Amanda Maldonado
San Antonio
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Lead Patient Care Technician and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) student with extensive experience delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in fast-paced hospital settings. Proven ability to mentor and train new staff on current clinical protocols, hospital policies, and patient safety practices. Skilled in direct patient care, electronic documentation, lab collection, mobility assistance, patient assessment, medication safety principles, and pre/post-surgical support. Recognized for maintaining professionalism under pressure, fostering a culture of teamwork, and leading by example. Combines hands-on acute care experience with nursing education and clinical training to provide safe, evidence-based care. Dedicated to supporting patients, families, and healthcare teams while upholding the highest standards of care and compliance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Patient Care Technician
HCA Healthcare: Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake and output to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored patients after surgeries and identified specific response patterns.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Trained new hires on current policies, procedures, and unit standards.
- Certified through internal hospital training to perform blood draws in accordance with facility standards.
- Monitored patients’ blood glucose levels and reported abnormal readings to nursing staff.
- Consistently complied with hospital-based education modules, including annual training and competency assessments.
- Supported nursing staff in placing external urinary devices (e.g., PureWick or condom catheters) to aid in patient continence management.
- Provided personal hygiene care including bed baths, showers, and linen changes in accordance with patient comfort and infection control standards.
- Ensured compliance with pre-operative checklists, verifying patient readiness before procedures.
- Assisted with patient transfers, and discharges using electronic health record systems to maintain accurate patient tracking.
- Performed unit clerk duties, including creation and maintenance of patient charts and medical records.
- Answered unit phones and delivered courteous, efficient customer service to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
- Provided 1:1 observation for high fall-risk and suicide-risk patients in accordance with hospital safety protocols and policies.
LVN Student Nurse
San Antonio, TX
09.2025 - 09.2026
- Administered medications and treatments under supervision, ensuring patient safety and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, documenting vital signs and health status to support care planning.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored patients' responses to interventions, identifying changes in condition and communicating effectively with nursing staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment plans and self-care strategies.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various departments, gaining diverse nursing experiences and adapting quickly to new environments.
- Developed critical thinking skills through participation in simulation training exercises that tested clinical judgement in complex scenarios involving multiple variables related to patient assessment and intervention selection.
- Supported patients during their emotional and physical challenges by providing a compassionate presence, listening to concerns, offering encouragement, and finding effective ways to alleviate discomfort.
Education
LVN - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY09.2026
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Alamo Colleges
San Antonio, TX12.2023
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Mobility assistance
- Bed preparation
- Restocking supplies
- ADL support
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection prevention
- Patient hygiene management
- Monitoring patient conditions
- EKG interpretation
- CPR certification
- Catheter care
- Phlebotomy techniques
Timeline
LVN Student Nurse
09.2025 - 09.2026
Lead Patient Care Technician
HCA Healthcare: Methodist Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Alamo Colleges
LVN - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing