BELINDA SERAFIN
Palm Springs,CA
Summary
Retired, Home Care Nurse who provided skilled one-on-one care for Pediatric Special needs clients, in home-based settings. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Maxim Health Services
Palm Desert, CA
02.2013 - 12.2019
- Specialized in working with Autistic clients, Down's Syndrome, Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Para and Quadriplegia.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse, assisted with activities of daily living.
- Educated clients and families to support wellness activities, self-care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
- Administered prescribed medication as well as emergency medication as ordered per physicians.
- Reported general, physical and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.
- Educated clients on appropriate behaviors and essential social interaction.
- Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
- Changed tracheostomies and g-tubes regularly to prevent infection or other problems. Administered tube feedings via g-tubes.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care
- Attended school with patients throughout day to monitor seizure activity,
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Bayada Home Health Care
(Formerly Palm Desert), CA
01.2009 - 02.2013
- Specialized in working with Autistic clients, Down's Syndrome, Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Para and Quadriplegia.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse, assisted with activities of daily living.
- Educated clients and families to support wellness activities, self-care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
- Administered prescribed medication as well as emergency medication as ordered per physicians.
- Reported general, physical and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.
- Educated clients on appropriate behaviors and essential social interaction.
- Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
- Changed tracheostomies and g-tubes regularly to prevent infection or other problems. Administered tube feedings via g-tubes.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care
Education
Associate of Arts - Vocational Nursing
California Nurses Educational Institute
Palm Springs, CA02.2007
High School Diploma -
Indio High School
Indio06.1990
Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Flexibility
- Communication Skills
- Teamwork
- Organization Skills
- Creativity
- Leadership Skills
Hobbies
I love to gift my Cricut projects, such as epoxy tumblers, iron on tees, ornaments, etc...
I have been baking since I was a child. I love gifting baskets of baked goods for Christmas and other Special occasions.
On my spare time, I love to travel with my husband, my best friend for weekend getaways.
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Maxim Health Services
02.2013 - 12.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Bayada Home Health Care
01.2009 - 02.2013
Associate of Arts - Vocational Nursing
California Nurses Educational Institute
High School Diploma -
Indio High School