Angela Zapata
Key Largo,FL
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with proven success enhancing quality of life for residential students by promoting learning and fostering strong sense of community. Sustained collaborative relationships to support campus services, policies and regulations. Demonstrated diplomacy, objectivity, positive attitude and high energy. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
Miami , FL
2023.07 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Nurse Intern
Mariners Hospital
Tavernier , FL
2022.04 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfer
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
Unit Clerk
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
Tavernier , FL
2021.03 - 2022.04
- Answered telephone calls, responded to requests for information and routed callers to correct personnel or departments.
- Prepared charts for outpatient and inpatient services.
- Screened calls and collected messages for unit personnel to promote team efficiency.
- Recorded patient data in permanent records while maintaining HIPAA compliance and internal standards to protect individual medical information.
- Coordinated internal and external patient transportation.
- Supported patients with timely and knowledgeable response to diverse requests.
- Coordinated supply replenishment to meet expected unit demands.
- Organized ordered medical tests, sample collection and patient transportation.
- Assisted nursing and medical staff in clerical duties to support patient care.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
Emergency Room Unit Coordinator
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
Tavernier , FL
2014.06 - 2021.03
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment are
- Collaborated with nurses and other personnel to process patient paperwork and direct to appropriate departments.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Arranged hospital admissions for patients as required.
- Performed bookkeeping duties, preparing and sending financial statements or bills.
Oncology Unit Coordinator
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
Tavernier , FL
2012.01 - 2014.06
- Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.
- Assisted with coordination and facilitation of leadership development programs in residential communities.
- Communicated with patients and medical staff to convey important information and facilitate smooth unit operations.
- Maintained unit supplies and equipment for medical staff and patient care needs.
- Scheduled medical appointments.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
College of The Florida Keys
Key West, FL05.2023
Skills
- Patient needs assessment
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- Unit administration
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Staff Development and Precepting
- PPE use
- Team management
- Customer service
- Fluent in Spanish
- First Aid/CPR
- Infectious disease control
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Emergency Response
- Chart updating
- Patient Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Chronic Disease Management
- Wound Care
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical assessment
- Data Collection
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Supply Restocking
- Mobility Assistance
- Case Management
- Emotional awareness
- Patient Discharge
- Patient Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- SNA member
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
2023.07 - Current
Nurse Intern
Mariners Hospital
2022.04 - Current
Unit Clerk
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
2021.03 - 2022.04
Emergency Room Unit Coordinator
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
2014.06 - 2021.03
Oncology Unit Coordinator
Baptist Health South Florida South Florida
2012.01 - 2014.06
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
College of The Florida Keys
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