Nadya Elizondo Chavez
Yorkville
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant skilled in enhancing patient comfort and safety through proficient care in daily activities and safe transfers. Experienced in utilizing compassionate techniques to support individuals with cognitive challenges, fostering engagement and improving overall well-being in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RA / Caregiver
Cedarhurst of Yorkville
Yorkville
01.2026 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care, enhancing comfort and hygiene through bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Safely operate Hoyer lifts and other assistive equipment for resident transfers.
- Assisted independent and fully dependent residents with daily activities.
- Utilized patience and redirection techniques to effectively support individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s, improving their engagement and quality of life.
- Monitor and report changes in residents’ conditions to nursing staff.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful environment for all residents.
Beauty Advisor / Task Associate
Ulta Beauty
Yorkville
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered high-quality customer service to enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Communicate effectively to understand customer needs and recommend products.
- Managed transactions while ensuring organized and clean work areas to facilitate efficient operations.
- Maintained professionalism in a demanding environment to support team morale and customer experience.
Crew Member (Open/Close Team)
Culver’s
Yorkville
05.2023 - 01.2026
- Opened and closed store, ensuring seamless transitions and consistent operational readiness.
- Managed customer service, effectively addressing customer needs in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained cleanliness and food safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members, enhancing teamwork and operational efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yorkville High School
05-2026
Nursing Assistant Certification -
Indian Valley Vocational Center
Sandwich, IL04-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)
- Mobility assistance
- Safe transfers
- Cognitive support
- Memory support
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual: English
- Conversational Spanish
- Time management
- Reliability
- Empathy
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- CPR Certified (BLS)
Leadership Experience
Student Council Member, Developed leadership, teamwork, and communication skills through active participation. Contributed to school events and student decision-making initiatives.
Timeline
RA / Caregiver
Cedarhurst of Yorkville
01.2026 - Current
Beauty Advisor / Task Associate
Ulta Beauty
10.2025 - Current
Crew Member (Open/Close Team)
Culver’s
05.2023 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
Yorkville High School
Nursing Assistant Certification -
Indian Valley Vocational Center