Zhacinta Salazar
Compassionate CNA candidate with hands-on clinical experience in patient care. Strong commitment to enhancing patient well-being and delivering quality support. Seeking flexible part-time opportunities with evening shift availability to contribute to a healthcare team.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
1 Month- Followed care plans closely while preserving resident dignity, privacy, and safety.
- Responded promptly to call lights and assisted with comfort and repositioning needs.
- Helped residents during meals and tracked intake according to care instructions.
- Maintained clean, orderly rooms while following infection control and sanitation procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in resident condition to nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, and daily personal care tasks.
- Supported mobility needs by transferring residents safely using proper body mechanics.
- Documented care activities and observations accurately in resident records.
Shadowing Student
- Observed patient consultations in a clinical setting, gained insight into approaches with patients, and treatment planning.
- Witnessed cardiac catheterization procedures, and other interventional techniques used to treat heart diseases and blood clotting disorders.
- Developed an understanding of the cardiovascular anatomy and evidence-based treatment strategies.
Bethesda Health Care Facility
1 Month- Provided direct patient care by assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Measured and documented vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations.
- Supported safe patient mobility through ambulation, repositioning, and transfers.
Little Willie Center
5 Months- Assisted students in understanding complex concepts through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to improve academic performance.
- Implemented educational games and activities to make learning enjoyable and interactive.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
- Children of Wartime Veteran's Scholarship
- Currently in a CURE Lab in Biochemistry for Dr. Offenbacher
- Extracurricular Activities: Intramural Soccer
- Member of Delta Zeta Sorority
- Bridge's to Health Care Club
- Society of Future Pirate Physicians Club
- Completed 74 credit hours so far
High School Diploma
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certification Earned: 2025
Medication Aide - Nursing Home
- Certification earned: 2026
Skills
Accomplishments
- Latin Honors Society
- National Honors Society
Affiliations
I am involved in a greek organization where I do community service and gain volunteer hours. I am in BFB which is a Bible study club for young college students who want to grow closer to their faith. I involve myself in study sessions with my classmates to help others while also helping myself understand school material. In my free time I try to get as much volunteer opportunities as i can such as volunteering at ECU Purple pantry that allows students to come get food and supplies for free and I donate to Purple Pantry through my sorority.
Certification
- CNA license
- CPR certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shadowing Student
Bethesda Health Care Facility
Little Willie Center
Fayetteville Academy
East Carolina University
Cumberland Nursing Academy
Cumberland Nursing Academy
Reference
Greenville Health and Rehabilitation Center
- (252)758-7100