Justin Llorente
National City
Summary
Compassionate Senior Nursing Aide with extensive experience at UC San Diego Health, specializing in patient care and specimen collection. Demonstrates exceptional collaboration skills within interdisciplinary teams and effective time management. Recognized for excellence in wound care support and quick responsiveness to emergencies, contributing to optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction. Career aspirations include further enhancing patient care standards through advanced training and leadership opportunities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Nursing Aide
UC San Diego Health Jacobs Medical Center
La Jolla
01.2017 - 04.2025
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Senior Nursing Aide
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
San Diego
08.2005 - 01.2017
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Observed patients' conditions and reported any changes to the registered nurse on duty.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights or requests for assistance.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in a clinical setting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted with wound dressing changes and other basic nursing duties.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Assisted with transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher using appropriate transfer techniques.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss new policies and procedures related to patient care.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, and managing records.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted medical staff with patient examinations and treatments.
- Ensured all equipment was properly maintained and cleaned after each use.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in the electronic health record system.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Collected specimens such as urine, sputum, or blood samples for laboratory tests.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, respiration rate and heart rate.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when responding to emergency situations.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols within the healthcare environment.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Senior Nursing Aide Float Pool
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
San Diego
08.2003 - 10.2003
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Observed patients' conditions and reported any changes to the registered nurse on duty.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights or requests for assistance.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in a clinical setting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted with wound dressing changes and other basic nursing duties.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted with transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher using appropriate transfer techniques.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted medical staff with patient examinations and treatments.
- Ensured all equipment was properly maintained and cleaned after each use.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Collected specimens such as urine, sputum, or blood samples for laboratory tests.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, respiration rate and heart rate.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols within the healthcare environment.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Senior Nursing Aide
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
San Diego
10.2001 - 06.2003
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Ensured proper infection control techniques were utilized during all procedures.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or equipment.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and assisted patients with their needs in a timely manner.
- Recorded intake and output measurements on assigned shift accurately per policy guidelines.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations while maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
- Maintained a clean environment by changing bed linens, cleaning rooms and stocking supplies.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Provided emotional support for patients by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Transported patients to different areas within the facility using wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted with admission, discharge, transfer process for new or discharged patients.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing patient care, including vital signs monitoring, collection of specimens and charting.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA08-2001
Skills
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Specimen collection
- Time management
- Wound care
- Responding to emergencies
- Activity coordination
- Multitasking Abilities
Affiliations
Aside from working in healthcare, I have a family with 2 girls, ages 8 and 11. I enjoy playing basketball, tennis and bowling. I bowl league every Monday. I enjoy spending time with family, hanging out friends. I enjoy listening to scary stories on youtube and love ghost hunting from time to time. I love cooking thanks to youtube! My favorite thing to cook with is coconut milk. I also enjoy long drives! For me its all about the journey of a road trip and the many things you experience on the way to somewhere. That journey alone is more worthwhile for me then the trip itself.
Languages
English
Professional
Tagalog
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
I am a team player always there to help no matter what! When I had started in the ICU, I got a superstar award only 2 months into the job. So I am ready to work and put my skills to use and my vast experience in the medical field.
Certification
CNA license 00500899 Valid from 9/9/24-8/15/2027.
BLS Certified from American Heart Association 4/19/25-4/27
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Nursing Aide
UC San Diego Health Jacobs Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2025
Senior Nursing Aide
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
08.2005 - 01.2017
Senior Nursing Aide Float Pool
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
08.2003 - 10.2003
Senior Nursing Aide
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
10.2001 - 06.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Southwestern College
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