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Alba Luz Bonilla Herrera

Houston,TX

Summary

Energetic Nurse Aide with 33 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. Expertise in Emergency, Pediatrics, Neonatology, Minor Surgery, Women's Surgery, Orthopedics Men and Palliative Care Surgery, Traumatology and Orthopedics. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Nursing Assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric care facility residents. Analytical and strategic Centro de Salud de Santiago de Maria Hospital San Juan de Dios, with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Analytical and strategic Hospital San Juan de Dios, with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. 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. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Hospital San Juan De Dios
07.1988 - 07.2020
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • 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.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Supported needs residents under long-term care.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Provided customized care according to individual health plan.
  • Worked alongside certified nursing assistants to check vitals and tend to patient needs.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Organized and managed patient charts and files.
  • Cleaned and sterilized medical instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Provided informational resources to patients and families regarding treatments, guidelines and plans.
  • Maintained compliance with HIPAA and organizational privacy-protecting policies.
  • Answered phone- and Internet-based correspondences to address inquiries.
  • Offered nursing station clerical and data-entry assistance to streamline operations.
  • Created positive patient experience by assisting patients with bathing, ambulating, feeding and personal and oral hygiene care.
  • Assisted medical supply requisitioning to maintain inventory.
  • Cared with empathy and compassion to build positive patient and family relationships.
  • Contributed to overall quality and care of patients by answering calls for help, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration.
  • Assisted with IV therapy, medication administration, wound therapy and splinting.
  • Transported patients between medical appointments with professional, punctual service.
  • Provided basic wound care to optimize recovery and limit infection risks.
  • Developed personalized patient care plans to improve health and well-being.
  • Escalated changes in patient behavior, condition and vital signs for prompt assessment.
  • Maintained excellent care continuity through collaboration with nurses and external healthcare professionals.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output to report changes to medical and nursing staff.
  • Distributed patient education materials to support condition and recovery understanding.
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
  • Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
  • Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
  • Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
  • Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Escuela Nacional De Enfermeria La Region Oriental, Salvador
04.1987
  • Honoree of Hospital Divina Providencia
  • Completed AP course in Basic Course of Palliative Care for Nursing June 29, 2018.
  • Relevant Coursework:
  • IV International Congress of Surgery (2018)
  • VII International Congress of Nursing Sciences "Specialized Care in Oncology Patients (2017)
  • Regional Nursing Congress on quality care for universal coverage of health services with a comprehensive care approach (2015)
  • First international Congress of Surgery (2014)
  • I International Nursing Congress "Evidence-based nursing innovating, improving the quality of care (2012)
  • I National and International Congress of Nursing students and professionals from El Salvador "Technological Advances in Nursing Sciences, for the standardization of comprehensive care of the person based on the NANDA, NIC and Noc taxonomies.
  • Validation course for hand Hygiene observers (2017)
  • First basic research methodology course (2015)
  • Free office course, basic and intermediate level (2015)
  • First international course on Ostomies and Stomaterapies (2010)
  • Basic course or cardiopulmonary resucitation (2011)
  • First pharmacovigilance course (2011)
  • Breastfeeding Counseling Training Course (2003)
  • Course on management of acute respiratory infections and diseases Diarrhea (1994)

Skills

  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Learning Strategies
  • Resuscitation
  • Promoting Healthy Habits
  • Isolation Precautions
  • Human Anatomy
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Family Communication
  • Direct Supervision
  • Consistent Follow Through
  • Nursing Staff Management
  • Health Insurance Verification
  • Nursing Assignments
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Restock Shelves
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Nursing Diagnosis
  • Patient Support
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Disability Care
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Service-Orientation

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Licensed La Universidad Doctor Andres Bello - 12/14/2023

Timeline

Nursing Assistant - Hospital San Juan De Dios
07.1988 - 07.2020
Escuela Nacional De Enfermeria La Region Oriental - Associate Degree in Nursing, Nursing

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