Adriana Zarazua
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Holly Nursing Care Center
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Correctional Officer
Bent County Correctional Facility
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
CNA
Lamar Nursing Home
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Maxim Home Health
Maxim Healthcare
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Vilas Undivided High School
Vilas, CO08.1981
Skills
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Active Listening
- Patient Relationship-Building
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Documenting Behaviors
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Disability Care
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Oral Hygiene
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Palliative Care
- Patient-Focused Care
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Bathing and Dressing
- Quality Patient Care
- Geriatrics
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Bent County Correctional Facility
08.2021 - 12.2021
CNA
Holly Nursing Care Center
01.2021 - 04.2023
Maxim Home Health
Maxim Healthcare
08.2018 - 09.2019
CNA
Lamar Nursing Home
06.2018 - 08.2021
High School Diploma - General Studies
Vilas Undivided High School
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