Jose Alvarado
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor experienced leading unit staff and improving operations with team approach. Skilled at overseeing patient care, performing checks and documenting actions. Excels at staff scheduling in dynamic, changing environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambulatory Care Nurse, LPN
Main Line Health System
Philadelphia, PA
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients in developing and implementing individualized health plans.
- Provided patient education to ensure understanding of disease process, medications and treatment options.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and performed other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments on patients including charting findings in the EHR system.
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy and completeness prior to filing into patient's medical record.
- Documented all patient care activities accurately in accordance with department policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care services.
- Facilitated medication management, monitoring for side effects.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
LPN Memory Care Manager
Legend Senior Living
Philadelphia, PA
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Adhered to facility and legal standards for daily operations and medication room management.
- Assisted with development, optimization and management of nursing standards and policies.
- Directed medication administration and oversaw patient care.
- Evaluated patient conditions, progress and treatment success to make changes and adapt treatment plans.
- Monitored patients' condition and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
- Set up staff schedules and assigned specific work based on department needs and individual strengths.
- Assessed performance of individual nurses and developed improvement plans for struggling or deficient personnel.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
LPN Unit Manager
Paul's Run Retirement Community
Philadelphia, PA
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Directed medication administration and oversaw patient care.
- Set up staff schedules and assigned specific work based on department needs and individual strengths.
- Assisted with development, optimization and management of nursing standards and policies.
- Oversaw implementation of patient management plans.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Assessed performance of individual nurses and developed improvement plans for struggling or deficient personnel.
LPN Pool Nursing Supervisor
Symphony Manor
Feasterville, PA
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals when necessary.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Personal Care Home Administrator
Phoebe Ministries
Wyncote, PA
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
- Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
Care Coordinator LPN
Delaware Valley Community Health Inc.
Philadelphia, PA
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Supervised exceptional team with collaborative leadership and creative responses to resource scarcity and nurse availability.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
LPN Nurse Circulator
Temple Northeastern Ambulatory Care Center
Philadelphia, PA
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
LPN Pool Charge Nurse
Lutherwood
Hatboro, PA
03.2016 - 06.2017
- Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
- Monitored patients with incontinence issues, both after procedures and in recovery from trauma, installing catheters and monitoring bedpans to keep patients safe and comfortable.
- Supervised exceptional team with collaborative leadership and creative responses to resource scarcity and nurse availability.
- Supported professional development of nurses with ranging experience levels, encouraging continual education and adaptation to evolving circumstances.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Director of Nursing
The Landing of Willow Grove
Willow Grove, PA
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
- Administered executive supervision, exercising independent judgment to select proper course of action in policies and procedures.
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Initiated training and education programs for supporting healthcare staff.
Patient Care Technician
Main Line Health- Lankenau Hospital
Wynnewood , PA
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Medical Assistant
Main Line Health Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2010 - 04.2015
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Cardiovascular Technician
Cardiology Consultants Of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2002 - 04.2010
- Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.
- Recorded blood pressure, limb volume changes and oxygen saturation to inform diagnostic processes.
- Tested patient cardiac activity with specialized equipment to conduct tests such as echocardiograms, phonocardiograms and electrocardiograms.
- Interacted with patients, asked appropriate questions and listened carefully to deliver high level of clinical care.
- Prepared equipment and positioned patients for invasive procedures..
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Adjusted settings or positions of medical equipment.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Patient Care Technician
Temple Children Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2000 - 05.2002
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Patient Care Assistant
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
06.1998 - 05.2000
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Prepared patients for both routine tests and complicated surgeries.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Collected and labeled specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
Physical Therapy Technician
La Fortaleza Physical Therapy Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.1995 - 05.2000
- Set up equipment and gear for physical therapy appointments according to treatment plans.
- Helped with basic clinical needs and responded to patient requests.
- Assisted patients during physical therapy procedures to restore function and reduce pain.
- Assisted physical therapist with treatment, administration and planning.
- Followed up with patients about needs and appointments.
- Promoted continuous patient advocacy for health and safety.
- Advocated for all patient health, safety and rights.
- Instructed patients on proper hygiene, nutrition, exercise, lifestyle changes and ergonomic factors in daily activities.
- Maintained therapy spaces and equipment in top condition by cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting for damages.
- Documented patient progress, treatments and data in charts.
- Took calls and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Communicated with other physical therapy staff to discuss patient progress and potentially modify treatment.
- Aided head physical therapist in creating treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered therapy treatments to patients using hands or therapeutic devices.
- Noted physical and emotional changes in patients and detailed in medical records.
- Instructed patients on how to use, remove and put on external assistive devices.
- Documented pain level and injury progress in patients and communicated information to head physical therapist.
- Provided head physical therapist with initial thoughts and potential diagnoses for new patients.
- Answered questions from patients about proper form when performing exercise routines at home.
Education
Assisted Living Administrator -
Penn State Abington
Abington, PA04.2022
Personal Care Home Administrator -
Penn State Abington
Abington, PA11.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - LPN
Princeton Information Technical Center
Glenside, PA06.2014
Certificate - Cardiovascular Technician
Mc Carries Health Science And Technology
Philadelphia, PA06.1995
Skills
- Conditions Reporting
- Equipment Assembly
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Patient Charting
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Wound Dressing
- Medication Administration
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Specimen Collection
- Vital Signs Recording
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Intravenous Medications
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Patient Observation
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Staff Supervision
- Assessing Residents
- First Aid and CPR
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Thinking
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Ambulatory Care Nurse, LPN
Main Line Health System
09.2023 - Current
LPN Memory Care Manager
Legend Senior Living
04.2023 - 09.2023
LPN Unit Manager
Paul's Run Retirement Community
04.2022 - 04.2023
LPN Pool Nursing Supervisor
Symphony Manor
05.2021 - 12.2022
Personal Care Home Administrator
Phoebe Ministries
12.2019 - 04.2022
LPN Nurse Circulator
Temple Northeastern Ambulatory Care Center
03.2017 - 06.2017
Director of Nursing
The Landing of Willow Grove
09.2016 - 03.2017
Care Coordinator LPN
Delaware Valley Community Health Inc.
06.2016 - 12.2019
LPN Pool Charge Nurse
Lutherwood
03.2016 - 06.2017
Patient Care Technician
Main Line Health- Lankenau Hospital
05.2015 - 09.2016
Medical Assistant
Main Line Health Services
05.2010 - 04.2015
Cardiovascular Technician
Cardiology Consultants Of Philadelphia
05.2002 - 04.2010
Patient Care Technician
Temple Children Hospital
05.2000 - 05.2002
Patient Care Assistant
Temple University Hospital
06.1998 - 05.2000
Physical Therapy Technician
La Fortaleza Physical Therapy Center
03.1995 - 05.2000
Assisted Living Administrator -
Penn State Abington
Personal Care Home Administrator -
Penn State Abington
Associate Degree in Nursing - LPN
Princeton Information Technical Center
Certificate - Cardiovascular Technician
Mc Carries Health Science And Technology
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