Aide Ramos
San Antonio,Tx
Summary
Devoted Home Health LVN focused on optimizing patient care. Carries out directives and monitors patient progress to support positive outcomes. Offering clinical knowledge and judgment honed over 18+ year healthcare career.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health LVN
One at Home
San Antonio, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care plans.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate health records in systems.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
- Administered injections and intravenous therapies as prescribed by the physician.
- Documented all treatments administered, observations made, and any changes in the patient's condition in an accurate manner according to agency policies and regulations.
Home Health LVN
Star Plus Home Health
McAllen, TX
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained awareness of comfort and condition of patients.
- Observed patients and notified nursing supervisor of changes and concerns.
- Kept documentation current, accurate and compliant with agency standards.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication.
- Charted progress notes to reflect administered care and responses.
- Supported patients in achieving healthcare goals with personalized care and ongoing assistance.
Home Health LVN
High Point Home Health
McAllen, TX
05.2020 - 06.2023
- Employed nursing process in assessing, planning, and carrying out care plan objectives and goals.
- Reported status changes and concerns to registered nurses and doctors.
- Applied appropriate interventions to progress patients towards wellness.
- Observed patients and notified nursing supervisor of changes and concerns.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication.
- Handled patient intake to document vitals, symptoms and initial assessments.
- Charted progress notes to reflect administered care and responses.
Home Health LVN
Alegre Home Health
McAllen, TX
09.2017 - 06.2023
- Employed nursing process in assessing, planning, and carrying out care plan objectives and goals.
- Applied appropriate interventions to progress patients towards wellness.
- Reported status changes and concerns to registered nurses and doctors.
- Maintained awareness of comfort and condition of patients.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication.
- Handled patient intake to document vitals, symptoms and initial assessments.
Home Health LVN
Merida Home Health & Hospice
Harlingen, TX
05.2013 - 08.2017
- Kept documentation current, accurate and compliant with unit standards.
- Conducted routine rounds, giving special attention to high-acuity patients.
- Explained procedures, medications and plans to patients.
- Observed patients and notified nursing supervisor of changes and concerns.
- Charted progress notes to reflect administered care and responses.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients moving into hospice care.
- Assessed patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs on ongoing basis.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient comfort levels, including managing any symptoms of distress or discomfort effectively.
- Ensured safe and comfortable environment for patients receiving end-of-life care at home or in facility setting.
Clinic LVN
Su Clinica Familiar
Harlingen, TX
11.2006 - 07.2013
- Served as subject matter expert to assist staff with clinical questions and concerns.
- Monitored patient conditions and responses to identify and report concerns.
- Coordinated staff schedules, managed time-off requests, and ensured adequate coverage during peak hours or emergencies.
- Supervised medication program and distribution to help administer treatments.
- Managed daily operations of nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Evaluated staff performance through ongoing observation and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Facilitated staff meetings to discuss department goals, address concerns or questions from team, and share best practices for patient care.
- Trained junior nurses and students in proper techniques.
Education
Home Health LVN -
Alegre Home Health
McAllen, Tx06.2023
Home Health LVN -
Merida Home Health &Hospice
Harlingen, TX08.2017
Clinic LVN -
Su Clinica Familiar
Harlingen, TX07.2013
LVN - Nursing -
Valley Baptist School of Vocational Nursing
Harlingen11.2006
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- Diabetes management
- Infection control
- Respiratory care
- Medication administration
- Geriatric care
- Catheter Care
- Orthopedic care
- Wound care management
- End-of-life care
- Gastrointestinal care
- Wound Care
Timeline
Home Health LVN
One at Home
08.2024 - Current
Home Health LVN
Star Plus Home Health
01.2022 - 06.2023
Home Health LVN
High Point Home Health
05.2020 - 06.2023
Home Health LVN
Alegre Home Health
09.2017 - 06.2023
Home Health LVN
Merida Home Health & Hospice
05.2013 - 08.2017
Clinic LVN
Su Clinica Familiar
11.2006 - 07.2013
Home Health LVN -
Alegre Home Health
Home Health LVN -
Merida Home Health &Hospice
Clinic LVN -
Su Clinica Familiar
LVN - Nursing -
Valley Baptist School of Vocational Nursing