ADRIANA ARGUETA
Norwalk,CA
Summary
License Vocational Nurse with 18 years of experience providing compassionate care. 4 years of experience as CNA and CHHA prior to becoming License Nurse, very Knowledgeable Nurse specializing in Family Practice, Hospice, Home Health Care, Acute and Subacute settings, Conscientious about completing thorough reviews to better serve patients needs with current, effective systems. Excellent decision-making and prioritization skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking and reliable Nurse with strong abilities. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
Culver City , CA
09.2018 - Current
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Educated patients about preventative measures for healthy living such as exercise routines, dietary guidelines and smoking cessation programs.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Administered prescribed medications, administered injections and follow MD's orders.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Actively participated in continuing education activities in order to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques .
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Hospice Nurse
Premium Hospice
Norwalk, CA
02.2015 - 01.2018
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered oral medications, injections and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care to patients and families.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
- Assessed patient's needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Reviewed medical history of patients admitted into hospice program to determine eligibility for services.
- Provided bereavement counseling services for surviving family members after a death has occurred.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
- Monitored vital signs, observed changes in condition, and reported any concerns to physician.
- Participated in palliative care meetings to discuss current cases and develop treatment plans for complex cases.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while monitoring for side effects.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
Hospice Nurse
Gerinet Hospice
Downey, CA
11.2009 - 01.2015
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
- Assessed patient's needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Reviewed medical history of patients admitted into hospice program to determine eligibility for services.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Performed advanced nursing functions such as wound care or IV therapy according to established standards of practice.
- Monitored vital signs, observed changes in condition, and reported any concerns to physician.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while monitoring for side effects.
- Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Attended regular staff meetings with interdisciplinary team to review policies and procedures regarding patient care.
- Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in pain management, wound care and medication dosing.
- Coordinated referrals from hospitals or other facilities when needed during transition period into hospice program.
- Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about new developments related to hospice nursing practices.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers, and physicians.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
Home Health LVN
Exceptional Home health care agency
Long Beach, CA
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Communicated with family members about medical issues or concerns related to the patient's care plan.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Maintained a safe environment within the home setting by recognizing potential hazards or risks.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, feeding, ambulation assistance, as required.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Ensured that all equipment used is properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support for both the patient and their family members throughout the course of treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Organized medications for easy access when needed by the patient or caregiver.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
LVN Charge Nurse
Intercommunity Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Norwalk, CA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
- Assigned tasks appropriately based on each staff member's abilities.
- Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and distribute medications.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and monitored patient response.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum samples from patients to perform routine lab tests.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Assisted with discharge planning for patients upon completion of their treatment plan.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Education
LVN -
Lynwood Adult School
01.2006
High School Diploma - General studies
01.1997
Skills
- Medication administration expert
- Committed to compliance reporting
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
- Enthusiastic
- Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient care
- Familiarity with disease management programs
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- Infection control standards expert
- Flow sheet charting
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Mobility assistance
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Medical clinical procedures
- Team player
- Interpersonal Communication
- Records Maintenance
- Compliance Reporting
- Attention to Detail
- Computer Skills
- Self-Directed
- Customer Relations
Certification
- CPR certified
- IV and blood draw certification
- LVN
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
- Love reading books
- Going for walks at the beach, hiking and dancing
- Spending time with family
Timeline
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
09.2018 - Current
Hospice Nurse
Premium Hospice
02.2015 - 01.2018
Hospice Nurse
Gerinet Hospice
11.2009 - 01.2015
Home Health LVN
Exceptional Home health care agency
01.2008 - 01.2010
LVN Charge Nurse
Intercommunity Healthcare and Rehabilitation
01.2006 - 01.2009
LVN -
Lynwood Adult School