Amanda Garcia
Mission,TX
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lvn
DHR Health
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by accurately assessing vital signs and documenting findings.
- Provided wound care and assisted with medical procedures to ensure patient comfort.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient information to support optimal care outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions during admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Responded promptly to patient requests, delivering both clinical and personal support.
- Administered medications and performed IV insertions and catheterizations with precision.
LVN
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Enhanced patient care by accurately recording vital signs in electronic records.
- Provided effective wound care and assisted with various medical procedures.
- Conducted evaluations to determine patients' needs and preferences for care.
- Monitored vital signs to ensure optimal patient health and safety.
- Educated patients and families on surgical preparations and procedures.
- Instructed on chronic disease management and wound care techniques for better outcomes.
LVN Charge Nurse
Windsor Arbor View
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Enhanced patient recovery by accurately changing dressings and caring for wounds.
- Ensured medication accuracy through precise administration and narcotic count accountability.
- Facilitated care continuity via detailed electronic medical record documentation and updates.
- Aligned patient care with health regulations through quality techniques and collaboration.
- Strengthened patient relationships by fostering trust and providing consistent communication.
- Improved care delivery by collaborating with healthcare professionals for optimal patient outcomes.
LVN
South Texas Health Systems
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX04.2025
LVN - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX12.2021
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Pharr, TX06.2010
Skills
- Monitoring health symptoms
- Wound management
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Infection control
- Aseptic techniques
- Care plan development
- Nursing processes
- Family communication
- Inpatient care
- Health education
- Transcribing Orders
- Basic life support
Timeline
Lvn
DHR Health
06.2023 - Current
LVN
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
11.2022 - 10.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Windsor Arbor View
05.2022 - 10.2022
LVN
South Texas Health Systems
02.2022 - 05.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
LVN - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School