Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Skills
Interests
Timeline
Harris Health 10 year Svc Award
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Debra Salazar

Manvel

Summary

Dedicated to a career in the medical field, emphasizing growth and hands-on experience in delivering essential care and support for daily living activities within a healthcare environment. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through compassionate assistance and effective communication, with a strong desire to contribute positively to a dynamic healthcare team. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with proven success in geriatric healthcare, recognized for superior communication and rapport-building skills that foster trust and collaboration. A strong commitment to comprehensive, individualized patient care and education ensures continuous top-quality support for patients, families, and medical professionals.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Harris Health System
Houston, TX
02.2013 - 01.2026

Certified Nuring Assistant on Mother Baby Unit; previously worked in Labor and Delivery

  • Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with mobility, helping patients transfer safely and maintain independence.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Trained and mentored junior CNAs on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
  • Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety in compliance with health regulations.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring timely updates and effective communication among staff.
  • Led initiatives to streamline workflows, improving efficiency in daily operations within the care facility.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.

Medical Assistant

Planned Parenthood
Houston, TX
10.2005 - 06.2011
  • Executed comprehensive opening and closing tasks for clinic, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
  • Conducted comprehensive testing controls to validate data integrity and operational effectiveness.
  • Facilitated patient interviews and delivered counseling to enhance treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
  • Coordinated all aspects of room preparation for examinations, ensuring compliance with established standards.
  • Assisted patients in preparing for examinations and consultations, enhancing overall patient experience.
  • Performed blood and urine sample collection procedures on patients, adhering to safety and quality standards.

Head of household

Wife and Mother
La Porte, TX
03.1998 - 10.2005
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of household spaces.
  • Ensured cleanliness and hygiene of family surroundings and possessions.
  • Orchestrated meal planning to accommodate dietary restrictions.
  • Oversaw comprehensive management of family finances alongside housekeeping budget.
  • Managed budgeting processes, ensuring timely payment of bills and allocation of funds for future purchases.
  • Managed phone communications and coordinated deliveries to ensure timely service.
  • Collaborated with educators and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive support for children's development.

Medical Record Specialist

St. Joseph Hospital
10.1989 - 03.1998
  • Managed Employee payroll
  • Assigned work to at home transcriptionist
  • Corrected and retyped reports
  • Emails throughout the hospital
  • Printed and charted reports daily

Education

High School Diploma -

HISD Milby High School
Houston, TX
05.1985

Medical Asst. Certification - Medical

San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX
05.2012

Skills

  • Healthcare terminology
  • Insurance eligibility verification
  • Experience in patient care settings
  • Prioritization
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word
  • Computer proficiency
  • In-depth anatomical understanding
  • Comprehensive patient management
  • Document organization skills
  • Acute Care
  • Medical Billing
  • Proficient in EMR software
  • Document transcription
  • Epic
  • HIPAA regulations knowledge
  • Health monitoring
  • Venipuncture
  • Medical Office Experience
  • Injection administration experience
  • Medical Scheduling
  • Blood collection expertise
  • Laboratory Experience
  • Patient record management
  • Fluent in English

Certification

  • CPR certified 2015
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • CPR

Skills

Bilingual

Interests

  • Cooking
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows

Timeline

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Harris Health System
02.2013 - 01.2026

Medical Assistant

Planned Parenthood
10.2005 - 06.2011

Head of household

Wife and Mother
03.1998 - 10.2005

Medical Record Specialist

St. Joseph Hospital
10.1989 - 03.1998

High School Diploma -

HISD Milby High School

Medical Asst. Certification - Medical

San Jacinto College

Harris Health 10 year Svc Award

Award given to Harriscounty Emloyees for 10 yrs of Continuous Service