Lori Zuniga
Arlington,TX
Summary
Assisted nursing teams in providing quality care to patients across various medical settings.
Utilized strong communication and task prioritization skills to aid in effective patient care coordination.
Maintained organization and prioritized tasks in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avir at Arlington Nursing Home
Arlington, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
- Supported residents with personal hygiene needs, promoting their independence and well-being.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Patient Care Technician
USMD Hospital
Arlington , Texas
10.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
CMA/CNA
Kings Daughter’s And Son’s Nursing Home
Durant, OK
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure.
- 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
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
CMA/CNA
Oakridge Nursing Home
Durant, OK
10.2014 - 04.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, oxygen, respirations, pulse , and blood pressure.
- 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.
Education
Medication Aide - Allied Health And Nursing
Texas Career Institute
Dallas, TX4 2026
CMA - Medication Aide
Senior Care Group
Madill, OK4 2017
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Kiamichi Technology Center - Durant
Durant, OK3 2015
High School Diploma -
Grand Prairie High School
Grand Prairie, TX5 1999
Skills
- Patient-Focused Care
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Monitor Vitals
- Family Communication
- Positioning Patients
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Patient Relationship-Building
- Bed Transfers
- Isolation Precautions
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Drug Administration
- Feeding Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
Education and Training
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Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avir at Arlington Nursing Home
09.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
USMD Hospital
10.2023 - Current
CMA/CNA
Kings Daughter’s And Son’s Nursing Home
04.2022 - 08.2023
CMA/CNA
Oakridge Nursing Home
10.2014 - 04.2022
Medication Aide - Allied Health And Nursing
Texas Career Institute
CMA - Medication Aide
Senior Care Group
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Kiamichi Technology Center - Durant
High School Diploma -
Grand Prairie High School