Audra Cuba
North Texas Arthritis and Rheumatology
WICHITAFALLS,TX
2
Languages
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse skilled in patient education, medication administration, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to delivering individualized patient care and ensuring accurate documentation for optimal health outcomes.
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
2 Years 2 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Assisted in conducting patient assessments and gathering medical histories.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques.
- Translated for Spanish speakers to better understand their needs and let the provider know.
- Assisted in getting infusion orders started and sent to their correct preferred infusion center.
- Filled out RFS forms for VA patients to continue therapy with our Rheumatology clinic.
- Completed prior authorizations for patient assistance.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care protocols and procedures.
- Provided support during diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance. That being via phone calls or having patient come in to the office to help in person.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
3 Years 9 Months- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed patient care with prompt phone calls back to assist in what was needed.
- Reviewed physician orders and administered medications to prevent errors.
- Worked closely with our team to prevent errors and to verify that their treatment plan was in the patient's best interest.
- Trained new employees to better assist in workflow.
- Floated from different areas of URPG to help with other specialties when short staffed or needed.
- Helped translate for Spanish speakers around the clinic.
Manager at Restaurant
9 Years 11 Months- Implemented operational strategies to enhance team performance and service quality.
- Made the call to either Hire or let go of staff depending on how they performed for the restaurant.
- Made the schedule for all staff.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and enhancing overall team productivity.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe a professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Managed intake of products and made sure that everything was being rung in correctly for the restaurant.
Education
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
EHR software
Documentation accuracy
EHR systems: Epic
Athena
Patient education
Immunization administration
Patient assessment
Medical records management
HIPAA compliance
CPR certified
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Compassionate care
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse - 2021-Current
- CPR certified and First Aid certified
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
North Texas Arthritis and Rheumatology
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Vocational Nurse
United Regional Physician Group
09.2020 - 06.2024Read More
Manager at Restaurant
P2 The Deuce
09.2010 - 08.2020Read More
Vernon College
License Vocational Nurse from Nursing
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