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JANET VILLARAZA

San Antonio

Summary

To further my education and training, and provide the best care for my patients and clients. To work as a CNA to RN within a growing organization that offers challenges and the opportunity to grow with the company. I wish to contribute my current skills in attending to clients’ needs and maintaining a professional demeanor to the company, because I respect the professional environment in which goals and objectives are clearly established, and the tools to reach such goals are provided.

Knowledgeable in all aspects of nursing care. Dedicated and certified nursing assistant with 15 years of track record providing quality patient care. Hospice and palliative care experience, ability to observe privacy, and HIPAA regulations. Palliative care awareness is patient- and family-focused. Patient evaluation/intervention, professional bedside manner, patient positioning competency, and substantial knowledge to assist with ambulation, using a Hoyer lift and any other assistive devices. Solidly credentialed and diversely experienced, with a comprehensive background in pediatric, oncology, long-term care, and ICU/ER nursing. Knowledge of Medicare home health regulations and JCAHO standards, knowledge in drawing blood, collection of blood samples from patients by venipuncture or micro techniques, controls, communicates, and tests PC components. Knowledgeable about all internal sub-assemblies and their interaction. Install configures and runs standard diagnostic programs to enhance fault analysis, trouble operations, and effectively repair PC systems. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

SOUTH TEXAS VETERANS’ HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
San Antonio
01.2017 - Current
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.

Med/Surgical Tech

University Health System
San Antonio
10.2009 - 01.2017
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Professional Performance Development Group, INC
Fort Sam Houston
06.2009 - 01.2017
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.

Rehab Nursing Tech

HealthSouth Rios Rehabilitation
San Antonio
08.2010 - 08.2013
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Monitored and measured clients' vital signs and recorded gathered data into patient charts.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among residents while maintaining respect for their rights.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions under supervision from licensed therapists.
  • Instructed family members on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.

Certified Nursing Tech

Nurse’s Etc. Staffing
San Antonio
06.2009 - 02.2013
  • Participated in educational programs related to health maintenance and disease prevention.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, grooming, toileting.
  • Assisted physicians with various procedures such as suturing wounds or inserting catheters.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

Patient Care Tech III

Southwest Memorial Hermann Hospital
Houston
06.2002 - 05.2009
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
  • Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
  • Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.

Patient Care Tech

San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
Baytown
10.2004 - 04.2009
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.

Certified Nursing Assistant

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
02.1990 - 08.1995
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.

Pharmacy Technician

Eckerd Drugs Store
Houston
06.1990 - 07.1995
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Greeted customers and answered questions regarding personal medications or over-the-counter pharmacy products.
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws and regulations.
  • Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
  • Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Ordered, labeled and counted stock of medications and entered inventory data into computer.
  • Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
  • Flagged potential side effects and allergies to prescribed medications for patients.
  • Operated cash registers to accept payments from customers.
  • Leveraged database to confirm validity of prescriptions, patient data and drug side effects.
  • Managed medication inventory, including ordering and restocking medications as necessary.

Recreational Assistant Manager GS-4

US MILITARY COMMUNITY ACTIVITY (USMCA)
Darmstadt
06.1986 - 12.1989
  • Company Overview: Family Support Division
  • Family Support Division

Phlebotomist

Bayne Jones Army Hospital
Fort Polk
07.1984 - 04.1986
  • Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
  • Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
  • Educated patients on specimen collection procedures and post-draw care.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
  • Conducted patient interviews and verified medical records to confirm test requisitions.
  • Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
  • Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
  • Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
  • Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
  • Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
  • Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.

Education

Graduated from Southern Methodish University - MCSE/CAN/A

Southern Methodish University, School of Engineering and Applied Science
Houston, Texas
08.2000

High School Diploma -

Leesville High School
Leesville, LA
01.1986

ADN Program -

Lee College
Baytown, Texas

CNA Program -

A&B Training Academy
Houston, Texas

General Studies -

Houston Baptist University
Houston, Texas

General Studies -

Houston Community College
Houston, Texas

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA

Skills

  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Patient and environmental safety
  • Proficient in the basic skills of patient care
  • Knowledgeable in medical terminology
  • HIPAA and patient privacy
  • Phlebotomist
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Word
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint
  • Data entry
  • Time management
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient transportation
  • Electronic medical records
  • Wound care assistance
  • Patient hygiene support
  • Mobility assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient documentation
  • Dietary planning
  • Infection control
  • Emotional support
  • Bedside manner
  • Patient safety
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Respiratory equipment training
  • Using a spectrometer
  • EMR updating
  • Patient lifting
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Health education
  • Documentation expert
  • Conducting intakes
  • Physical endurance
  • Biohazard disposal
  • Collecting specimens
  • Safety precautions
  • Able to lift [number] pounds
  • Time management abilities
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Rehabilitation assistance
  • Nonviolent crisis intervention
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Medical office administration
  • Heart saver first aid CPR AED
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Basic life support
  • Direct patient care
  • Palliative care
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Feeding assistance
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Home care aide (HCA)
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Surgical preparation
  • Database administration
  • Transport patients
  • G-tube care
  • Home care aide
  • Certified nursing assistant
  • Emotional and social support
  • Patient hygiene management
  • Adaptable
  • Activity coordination
  • Behavior redirection
  • Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
  • Patient advocacy
  • Team building
  • Vital signs

Training

  • Nurse Aide Program, 07/16/02
  • Completed 60 hours of Clinical Training
  • Microsoft & Networking (MSCE/CAN/A+)

References

  • Charlie Harper Jr., Nurse Manager, Float Pool Staffing Methodology Coordinator, Audie L Murphy Veterans Affairs Medical Center, (210) 992-3359, Charlie.Harper@va.gov
  • Kristin Reische, Educator, Surgical Nursing Services, South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS), (210) 617-5300 ext. 18690, (210) 394-3533, Kristin.Reische@va.gov
  • Mariana Camacho, Med/Surg Assistant Nurse Manager, Audie L. Murphy Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 7400 Merton Minter, San Antonio, TX, 78229, (210) 381-9248, Mariana.camacho@va.gov
  • Johnaur Villaraza, Federal Agent/Investigator U.S. EECOC, 501 East Polk St., Tampa, FL, 33602, (813) 202-7955, racjvillaraza@gmail.com
  • Ms. Patricia Palmer, Nurse Manager, Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX, (713) 806-8523, patpama@hotmail.com

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

SOUTH TEXAS VETERANS’ HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
01.2017 - Current

Rehab Nursing Tech

HealthSouth Rios Rehabilitation
08.2010 - 08.2013

Med/Surgical Tech

University Health System
10.2009 - 01.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Professional Performance Development Group, INC
06.2009 - 01.2017

Certified Nursing Tech

Nurse’s Etc. Staffing
06.2009 - 02.2013

Patient Care Tech

San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
10.2004 - 04.2009

Patient Care Tech III

Southwest Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2002 - 05.2009

Pharmacy Technician

Eckerd Drugs Store
06.1990 - 07.1995

Certified Nursing Assistant

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
02.1990 - 08.1995

Recreational Assistant Manager GS-4

US MILITARY COMMUNITY ACTIVITY (USMCA)
06.1986 - 12.1989

Phlebotomist

Bayne Jones Army Hospital
07.1984 - 04.1986

Graduated from Southern Methodish University - MCSE/CAN/A

Southern Methodish University, School of Engineering and Applied Science

High School Diploma -

Leesville High School

ADN Program -

Lee College

CNA Program -

A&B Training Academy

General Studies -

Houston Baptist University

General Studies -

Houston Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

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