Asuzena Picazo Ochoa
Wendell,ID
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 5 years of patient-facing experience as LPN. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. New grad RN seeking expanding skills and learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Liscensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Ivy Correctional Medicine
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw delivery of care for an average of 300 patients at Twin Falls County Correctional Facilities, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Oncall nurse for 4 days out of the week.
- Traveled to other counties in the state of Idaho to provide inmate care.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Demonstrated cultural competence while working with diverse populations, facilitating trust-building between staff members and inmates from various backgrounds.
- Provided critical health education to inmates, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill inmates, ensuring dignity and respect during their final days.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of inmate needs, adjusting care plans accordingly for improved health outcomes.
- Upheld ethical nursing standards in all interactions with patients, colleagues, corrections officers, and other stakeholders within the correctional setting.
- Developed professional relationships with fellow nurses, physicians, and corrections officers to foster teamwork in delivering quality patient care.
- Improved staff communication through comprehensive documentation and efficient handover practices.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm among inmates by providing mental health support and crisis intervention services.
- Contributed to overall facility security by reporting suspicious behaviors or potential threats promptly and accurately.
- Optimized resource utilization by monitoring supply levels and reordering medications as needed, minimizing waste and saving costs for the institution.
- Supported newly hired nurses through mentorship initiatives, sharing knowledge and expertise to help them succeed in the correctional nursing environment.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, performing life-saving interventions as necessary.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to patients.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recognized subtle changes in patient condition through consistent observation enabling early intervention.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care during high-pressure situations.
- Participated in mass casualty incidents, ensuring rapid assessment and triage of affected individuals.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Provided triage, first-aid and referral to outside medical providers during workplace injury or medical emergency.
- Developed strong relationships with local law enforcement agencies, fostering collaboration on shared goals related to public safety and offender management.
- Enhanced facility safety by developing and enforcing strict security protocols.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for acute behavioral health situations, ensuring patient safety and proper treatment implementation.
- Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing detox protocols, suggesting improvements or modifications based on current evidence-based research and best practices.
- Improved patient recovery rates by implementing effective detox protocols and providing compassionate care.
- Educated patients on the detox process, setting realistic expectations and providing emotional support throughout their journey.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Coordinated care to facilitate transports to State and Federal prison or State Hospital South.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family Health Services
08.2018 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Led and mentored two graduate nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow, when charge nurse was not in office.
- Managed medical supply through Mkcesson.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Hosted vaccine clinics at schools.
- Knowledge of storage and handling of vaccines.
- Taught community about disease spread and hand hygiene.
- Traveled to remote location to deliver care for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Lewis And Clark State College
Lewiston, IdAssociate of Science - Registered Nurse
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID12.2023
Practical Nursing
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID07.2018
High School Diploma -
Jerome High School
Jerome, ID05.2010
Skills
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Administering immunizations
- Patient Care
- Laboratory Testing
- Patient Advocacy
- Teaching
- Nurse Leadership
- Self-motivated professional
- Computer proficiency
- Good telephone etiquette
- Customer service
- Compassion
- Analytical skills
- Preventative health
- Triaging
- Teamwork
- Multitasking abilities
- Preceptor
- Cultural awareness
- Spanish fluency
- Wound Care
- Physical Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Clinical judgment
- Behavioral assessment
- Staff Supervision
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with leadership team in the development of healthcare policy.
Community Service
- Volunteer at Wellness Tree
- Puberty/Hygiene education to 4th & 5th graders at Jerome School District
- Hostess for Vaccine Clinics for Family Health Services
- Volunteer for summer lunch program in Wendell, Id.
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Liscensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Ivy Correctional Medicine
08.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family Health Services
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Lewis And Clark State College
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
College of Southern Idaho
Practical Nursing
College of Southern Idaho
High School Diploma -
Jerome High School