Liz Silva
About Liz Silva
Liz Silva is a Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in patient care and health monitoring. She has worked at New York Community Hospital since 2022 and previously spent 15 years as a cashier at Terrace Bagels in Brooklyn, New York.
Work at New York Community Hospital
Currently, Liz Silva serves as a Certified Nursing Assistant at New York Community Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to patient care by organizing patient rooms for admissions and assisting with patient transfers and discharges. In her role, she is responsible for taking patient vitals every morning or as needed, demonstrating her commitment to patient health monitoring. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Dietary Worker at the same hospital from 2021 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Liz Silva has a solid educational background in technology and healthcare. She studied at CUNY New York City College of Technology, where she earned a Bachelor of Computer Systems Technology from 2020 to 2023. Additionally, she attended LaGuardia Community College, achieving a degree in Liberal Arts Math and Science from 2017 to 2020. Furthermore, she completed a Certified Nursing Assistant program at Access Careers, obtaining her certificate in 2021 after 11 months of study.
Background in Customer Service
Before her career in healthcare, Liz Silva worked at Terrace Bagels in Brooklyn, New York, as a cashier for 15 years, from 2006 to 2021. This experience provided her with valuable customer service skills, which she applies in her current role by regularly explaining important care details to patients to ensure they are informed before receiving care.
Patient Care Responsibilities
In her role as a Certified Nursing Assistant, Liz Silva is dedicated to patient care. She organizes patient rooms for admissions and assists with patient transfers and discharges, ensuring a smooth process for patients. Her responsibilities also include taking patient vitals regularly, which is crucial for monitoring patient health and responding to their needs effectively.