Belinda Wortham
Houston,TX
Summary
Retired LVN Charge Nurse with a proven track record at UTMB Galveston, excelling in patient care and infection control. Known for compassionate support and effective medication management, I enhanced client well-being through personalized care plans and strong communication. Committed to fostering teamwork and improving patient outcomes in dynamic healthcare environments.
Compassionate Caregiver with solid background in elderly care. Adept at providing personal care and emotional support, ensuring safe and comfortable environment for clients. Demonstrated ability to manage daily activities and display empathy and patience in all interactions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Self -employed
08.2017 - 03.2025
- Provided compassionate care and support to elderly clients in daily living activities.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions according to care plans.
- Developed personalized activity schedules to enhance physical and mental well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive client care.
- Implemented improvements in caregiving techniques, enhancing client satisfaction and comfort.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Mentored new caregivers on best practices for elderly care and safety protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes for better tracking of client progress and needs.
LVN Charge Nurse
UTMB Galveston/Managed Care
03.2006 - 06.2017
- Coordinated patient care activities, optimizing workflow for efficient service delivery.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to patient care protocols and best practices.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established guidelines, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to improve care coordination.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
Education
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12-1983
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Dementia care
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Patient companionship
- Personal hygiene management
- Client safety and first aid
- Verbal and written communication
- Incontinence care
- Medication management
- Elderly advocacy
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Self -employed
08.2017 - 03.2025
LVN Charge Nurse
UTMB Galveston/Managed Care
03.2006 - 06.2017
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Houston Community College