Adilene Mejia
North Richland Hills,TX
Summary
Compassionate License Vocational Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Idaho Department of Correction
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Enhanced treatment efficacy by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Verify treatment orders relevant to the dialysis treatment for each individual patient
- Teach patients and significant others how to manage their illness by explaining post -treatment home care needs and self-administration of medication.
License Vocational Nurse
Texas Rehabilitation
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Assemble and use equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers
- Supervise nurses' aides or assistants
- Change dressings on wounds
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Certified Nurse Aide
Texas Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 09.2021
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nurses for timely intervention.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Correctional Officer
LaSalle Corrections
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions
- Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Observed behavior of inmates individually and in groups.
- Provided emergency assistance as needed, including but not limited to CPR, first aid, escape of inmates, and evacuation procedures.
Legal Case Manager
Parks Law Firm
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.
- Filed and organized all legal records and documentation.
- Request affidavits from medical providers for litigation.
- Meet with clients and other professionals to discuss details of case.
- Contacting insurance companies to determine liability.
- Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Receive and place telephone calls.
Admission Clerk/Mobile Unit Driver
Texas Health Resources
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean
- Greet and log in patients arriving at mobile clinic
- Schedule appointments for patients
- Inventory and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment
- Completing daily vehicle inspection report.
Certified Nurse Aide
Parkwood Healthcare
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Exercise patients who are comatose, paralyzed, or have restricted mobility.
- Supply, collect, or empty bedpans.
- Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink.
- Provided high-quality care to patients, including personal hygiene, mobility assistance, and meal set up.
Certified Nurse Aide
Gardendale Nursing and Rehab
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nurses.
- Facilitated patient transfers and repositioning, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring patients at risk for falls or pressure injuries.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Weatherford College
Weatherford, Texas08.2021
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX05.2016
Skills
- Outpatient Care
- Vital Signs
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Geriatric Care
- Caregiving Skills
- Pediatric Care
- Patient Care
- Compassionate Care
- Mental Health Support
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Idaho Department of Correction
08.2023 - 07.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
03.2023 - 08.2023
License Vocational Nurse
Texas Rehabilitation
09.2021 - 07.2023
Correctional Officer
LaSalle Corrections
10.2019 - 08.2020
Certified Nurse Aide
Texas Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 09.2021
Legal Case Manager
Parks Law Firm
06.2017 - 06.2019
Admission Clerk/Mobile Unit Driver
Texas Health Resources
06.2014 - 06.2017
Certified Nurse Aide
Parkwood Healthcare
06.2013 - 06.2014
Certified Nurse Aide
Gardendale Nursing and Rehab
06.2011 - 06.2013
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Weatherford College
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College
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