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Julia Zapata

El Paso

Summary

Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at UBH, delivering exceptional patient care and monitoring vital signs to ensure safety and comfort. Skilled in medication administration and compassionate communication, I effectively advocate for patient needs, enhancing satisfaction and promoting health through individualized care plans and collaborative teamwork.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

UBH
El Paso, TX
04.2009 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, documenting care provided and observations.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients on proper hygiene practices to promote health and wellness.
  • Supported new CNAs by providing training on best practices in patient care.
  • Advocated for patient needs by effectively communicating concerns to healthcare professionals.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Executed fall prevention strategies by identifying high-risk patients and ensuring clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.

Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards

  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.

Education

CNA - CNA

Emerald Nursing School
El Paso Tx
05.2005

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient advocacy
  • Physical stamina
  • Health monitoring
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Toileting assistance
  • Medication assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Geriatric care
  • Direct patient care
  • Mobility assistance

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working

Timeline

CNA

UBH
04.2009 - Current

CNA - CNA

Emerald Nursing School