Anna Vasquez
San Antonio
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis, and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Supported new staff by providing training on procedures and protocols.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Assisted with patient transfer activities utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Performed basic medical procedures such as catheterization, EKGs and phlebotomy according to established protocols.
- Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments; documented assessments in medical record system.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- 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.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- 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.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care and hygiene activities.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Engaged in ongoing training on safety protocols and best care practices.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Helped maintain a clean environment in all areas assigned.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Ensured proper nutrition by providing meals, snacks and fluids to patients as instructed by medical staff.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests upon request of medical staff.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
St. Philip's College
San Antonio, TX 08.2022 - 04.2026
Associate of Science - Biology
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX 08.2017 - 12.2020
Somerset High School
Somerset, TXSkills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care management
- Patient assessment
- HIPAA guideline adherence
- Patient education
- Aseptic techniques
- Catheter care
- Reporting and documentation
- Mental health support
- Geriatric care
- Direct patient care
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Medication reconciliation
- Samples collection
- Pain management
- Educating families
- Patient safety protocols
- Immunization administration
- Counting narcotics
- [State] licensed practical nurse
- Tuberculosis testing
- Physical assessment
- Wound care
- EMR / EHR
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- BLS (2025)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Medical Center
10.2023 - 10.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
St. Philip's College
08.2022 - 04.2026
Associate of Science - Biology
San Antonio College
08.2017 - 12.2020
Somerset High School