Adrian Zapanta
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center - Chalet
Los Angeles , CA
07.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Assisted with daily living activities to ensure patient comfort and hygiene.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessment data, interventions performed and responses to treatments per facility policy.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Performed routine treatments such as dressing changes and wound care.
- Adhered to safety regulations regarding hazardous materials and waste disposal.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood glucose testing.
- Observed changes in the condition of patients and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated outcomes of nursing interventions against established criteria.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to established standards of practice.
Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse
Country Villa Mar Vista
Los Angeles, California
12.2024 - Current
- Supervised nursing assistant staff, enhancing quality of patient care and safety.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Coordinated patient assessments and developed individualized care plans to address specific patient needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to address patient needs promptly.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and healthcare professionals, facilitating timely patient care.
- Managed daily shift operations to maintain smooth workflow in the unit.
Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse
Sharon Care Center
Los Angeles, California
11.2023 - 06.2026
- Supervised nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and safety.
- Coordinated patient assessments and crafted individualized care plans to meet specific needs.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to address patient needs promptly.
- Managed daily shift operations to maintain smooth workflow in the unit.
- Updated families on patient progress and care plans to foster understanding and support.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Charge Nurse
Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital
Los Angeles, California
10.2016 - 04.2023
- Supervised nursing staff and ensured compliance with patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary team members.
- Managed daily operations of nursing unit for efficient workflow.
- Conducted patient assessments and monitored vital signs regularly.
Charge Nurse /Treatment Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sharon Care Center
Los Angeles , CA
10.2015 - 05.2022
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Mentored junior nurses and provided ongoing training for staff development.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented vital health information accurately.
Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse / Treatment Nurse
Bonnie Brae Convalescent Hospital
Los Angeles
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges with interdisciplinary teams.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients for changes in health status.
Education
License Vocational Nurse - License Vocational Nursing
Marian College
Los Angeles , CA 03.2012 - 04.2014
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Safety and security procedures
- Direct patient care
- Indirect patient care
- Care coordination
- Patient management
- Infection control
- Quality assurance
- Patient admitting
- Safety and security procedures
- Collaborative teamwork
- Shift management
- Leading teams
- Decision-making
- Issue resolution
- HIPAA compliance
- Goal driven
- Communication skills
- Patient advocacy
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center - Chalet
07.2026 - Current
Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse
Country Villa Mar Vista
12.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse
Sharon Care Center
11.2023 - 06.2026
Charge Nurse
Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2016 - 04.2023
Charge Nurse /Treatment Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sharon Care Center
10.2015 - 05.2022
Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse / Treatment Nurse
Bonnie Brae Convalescent Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2016
License Vocational Nurse - License Vocational Nursing
Marian College
03.2012 - 04.2014