Alexis Sanzano
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at American Home Health Services, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills, enhancing patient outcomes through tailored care plans and infection control measures. Committed to fostering independence and well-being in home health care settings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
American Home Health Services
11.2014 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and overall well-being during home care visits.
- Documented patient progress and care plans accurately, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, promoting self-care and independence at home.
- Mentored new nursing staff in best practices for patient care delivery, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lakes Homes Health
01.2004 - 10.2014
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved patient outcomes and safety within the home environment.
Education
LPN
Miami Lakes Technical
Miami, FL08.2001
High School Diploma - Associate in Arts
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL12.1991
High School Diploma - High School Diploma
Hialeah Senior High School
Hialeah, FL06.1988
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Breathing treatments
- Health education
- EMR / EHR
- Patient relationship building
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Preventive care
- Palliative care
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient management
- Chronic disease management
- Writing reports
- Maintaining nutrition
- Home health care
- Verbal and written communication
- Medication reconciliation
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Patient safety protocols
- Quality assurance
- Anatomy
- Documenting incidents
- Charting and recording
- Medical records security
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Licensed practical nurse
- Tracking symptoms
- HIPAA protocols
- Caring for wounds
- Vocational support
- Cultural competence
- State licensed practical nurse
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- Samples collection
- Educating families
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Type EMR software
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Attention to detail
- Patient education
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Responsible and dependable
- CPR/AED
- Strong clinical judgment
- Adaptable and flexible
- Intravenous medications
- Patient support
- Nursing intervention evaluations
Certification
High Tech Wound Care certification
Hospice and palliative care professional
Certification and Training in CPR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
American Home Health Services
11.2014 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lakes Homes Health
01.2004 - 10.2014
LPN
Miami Lakes Technical
High School Diploma - Associate in Arts
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma - High School Diploma
Hialeah Senior High School