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Patty Zavala

Summary

Compassionate professional with a passion for engaging with children and fostering positive relationships. Communicated effectively with diverse groups, demonstrating strong work ethic and adaptability. Delivered consistent reliability and quickly mastered new skills in dynamic environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Nurse Aide

Pediatric Interim Care Center
Kent, Washington
06.2012 - 02.2026
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Supported nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care.
  • Adhered to infection control protocols to promote patient safety and health.

Maintained a clean environment by disinfecting equipment, emptying trash containers, cleaning surfaces, changing linens.

Ensured a clean and safe environment for pediatric patients, contributing to their overall well-being.

Cared for anywhere from one to four newborns.

Maintained a schedule for the care of multiple drug-exposed and medically fragile newborns.

  • Documented patient information accurately in care records and reports.
  • Reported patient status and environmental concerns to nursing supervisors and case managers, facilitating timely interventions.
  • Participated in team meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for patient care.
  • Trained and mentored new hires.
  • Supervised visits between parents and their babies.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines at all times.

Education

Specialized Training For Drug Exposed Newborns

Pediatric Interim Care Center
06.2012 - 02.2026

GED
Springfield , OR

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Patient monitoring
  • vital signs monitoring
  • Healthcare documentation
  • patient documentation
  • Infection control
  • pediatric care
  • Staff training
  • Time management
  • Teamwork
  • Quick problem solver
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability
  • Compassionate
  • Patience and empathy
  • Child supervision
  • Communication skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nurse Aide

Pediatric Interim Care Center
06.2012 - 02.2026

Specialized Training For Drug Exposed Newborns

Pediatric Interim Care Center
06.2012 - 02.2026

GED
Patty Zavala