Andrea Jaca
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 6+ years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Mystic Park Nursing Home And Rehab
San Antonio, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Contractor LVN
Shiftkey
San Antonio, TX
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
- Administered injections, prescribed medications and enemas and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Observed patients under treatment to identify progress or side effects of medications.
Dialysis Licensed Vocatinal Nurse
US Renal Care
San Antonio, TX
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection.
- Administered Heparin, oxygen, anesthetic, and saline as prescribed.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
LVN Charge Nurse
Meridian Care Of Monte Vista
San Antonio
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
Certified Medication Aide
Meridian Care Of Monte Vista
San Antonio, TX
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Responsible for administering oral and some topical medication per physician order
- Record what medication was given
- Observe symptoms and conditions in regards of medication interaction and report any problems to the charge nurse
- Obtain vital signs
- Assists with resident care as needed
Certified Medication Aide
Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center
San Antonio, TX
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Responsible for administering oral and some topical medication per physician order
- Record what medication was given
- Observe symptoms and conditions in regards of medication interaction and report any problems to the charge nurse
- Obtain vital signs
- Assists with resident care as needed
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westover Hills Health And Rehab
San Antonio, TX
12.2016 - 10.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Licensed Vocation Nurse -
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX05.2022
Skills
- Wound Care
- Central Venus Catheter Care
- Trach Care
- AV Fistula/Graft Cannulation
- Infection Control Procedure
- Nurse Scheduling
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Nursing Standards
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Mystic Park Nursing Home And Rehab
07.2023 - Current
Dialysis Licensed Vocatinal Nurse
US Renal Care
03.2023 - 05.2023
Contractor LVN
Shiftkey
08.2022 - 07.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Meridian Care Of Monte Vista
06.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Medication Aide
Meridian Care Of Monte Vista
06.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Medication Aide
Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center
10.2019 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westover Hills Health And Rehab
12.2016 - 10.2019
Licensed Vocation Nurse -
Coastal Bend College