Alyssabeth Ashley
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care And administering prescribed medications And treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation And evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing And guiding patient teaching And activities to promote individual treatment programs. Proficient And caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care And attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety And wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Focused on compassion And meeting needs of patients in home health, hospice, residential And private duty settings as well as long term care settings. Demonstrated knowledge of care, current clinical practice and treatments and interventions specific to Long term/Acute Rehabilitation and Pediatric Nursing. Proudly possesses current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a LVN within my scope of practice. Skilled at communicating, organizing and solving problems to improve level of care and raise quality rankings of health care facilities. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse/Staffing Coordinator
Cantex Continuing Care Network
Dallas, TX
03.2016 - 03.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in My Unity to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
- Interviewed, hired and mentored new personnel and oversaw all staffing operations.
- Developed and facilitated new-hire orientations.
- Managed applicant tracking system by entering, updating and maintaining candidate contact details, resumes and supporting documentation.
- Shadowed employees to determine accurate description of duties and skills required for each position.
- Collaborated with DON to determine department's short and long-term hiring needs.
- Managed employee rewards programs.
- Audited workplace, employee and management policies and procedures.
- Advertised job opportunities through attending local events and posting open positions in social media platforms,job boards and social media outlets.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Acted as staff member advocate, encouraging and supports to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
Covid Nurse
Cantex Continuing Health Network
Dallas, TX
04.2020 - 03.2022
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
- Administered medications, assessed changes and reported results to doctors.
- Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
- Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
- Mitigated hazard potential from patients with communicable diseases.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding test results and other protected patient information.
- Educated patients and families about COVID-19 related illnesses, recommended protective measures and treatments.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Angels Of Care Pediatrics
Dallas , TX
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Participated in clinical training, seminars and other educational offerings to develop knowledge and skill levels.
- Recognized and reported observations, patient behaviors and other indicators outside normal parameters or directions given by Physician.
- Collaborated with members of multidisciplinary team and offered suggestions while demonstrating sensitivity to aspects of care delivery.
- Used initiative in carrying out recurring tasks within scope of practice and established standards of care.
- Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LVN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
- Responded and followed up to needs of patient population to foster comfortable and safe environment.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Collaborated with Physician and RN on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.
Education
Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
Arlington TX01.2013
High School Diploma -
Carson Christian School
Carson CA06.2004
Skills
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Collecting Vitals
- Recording Vital Signs
- Needs Assessment
- Seizure Precautions
- Intravenous Medications
- Oral Conditions
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Reading Comprehension
- Procedure Explanation
- Pressure Wound Treatment
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Wound Dressing
- Pneumonia Vaccinations
- Alcohol Rubs
- Patient Medical Histories
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Patient Data Gathering
- Immunization Administration
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Patient Health Information Access
- Intramuscular Injections
- Tracheotomy Tubes
- Conditions Reporting
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Tracheostomy Care
- Sample Collection
- Patient Admission
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- IV Insertion
- Operational Standards
- Patient Management
- Medical History Documenting
- Training Junior Team Members
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Specimen Results Interpretation
- Equipment Disinfection
- Physician Support
- Pediatric Nursing
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Patient Rights
- Rehabilitation Support
- Patient Engagement
- Hygiene Support
- Proper Staffing
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Administrative Support
- Mobility Devices
- Tracking Symptoms
- Catheter Monitoring
- Patient Charting and Reporting
- HIPAA and Confidentiality Compliance
- Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
- Gastric Feeding Tubes
- Management Team Support
- Feeding Pumps
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Nursing Assistance
- Outcomes Tracking
- Lab Specimens and Collections
- Active Learning
- Personal Care Support
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Infant Care and Feeding
- Height and Weight Measurement
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Quality Improvement Activities
- Seizure Disorders
Timeline
Covid Nurse
Cantex Continuing Health Network
04.2020 - 03.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse/Staffing Coordinator
Cantex Continuing Care Network
03.2016 - 03.2022
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Angels Of Care Pediatrics
01.2014 - 01.2017
Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Carson Christian School
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