Ashanti Jurado
Albuquerque, NM 87121-2650,New Mexico
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
ACS Consultants
Newport News, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
LPN
Luna Del Valle Hospice
Albuquerque, NM
04.2023 - Current
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Assessed patient's needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while monitoring for side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, observed changes in condition, and reported any concerns to physician.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Provided bereavement counseling services for surviving family members after a death has occurred.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, doctors., to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
LPN
Odelia Healthcare
Albuquerque, NM
11.2022 - Current
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to facility policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
LPN
Consulate Health Care
Newport News, VA
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to facility policies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the physician.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College - Newport News
Newport News, VA04-2022
EMT Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA12-2014
Certificate - Hospital Corpsman
Hospital Corpsman School
Great Lakes, IL08-2004
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Mediapolis High School
Towson, MD07-1999
Skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- Post Operative Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Palliative Care
- Emergency Response
- Wound Care
- Family Communication
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- BLS
Timeline
LPN
ACS Consultants
06.2023 - Current
LPN
Luna Del Valle Hospice
04.2023 - Current
LPN
Odelia Healthcare
11.2022 - Current
LPN
Consulate Health Care
05.2022 - 09.2022
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College - Newport News
EMT Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Central Virginia Community College
Certificate - Hospital Corpsman
Hospital Corpsman School
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Mediapolis High School
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