Bertha Sifuentes
201 Stone Water Ln, Jarrell,TX
Summary
A highly motivated L.V.N. with 20-plus years of experience who values a strong work ethic, innovation, and compassionate patient care. Organized, exceptional communication skills ( both written and verbal). Critical thinker and quick to master new skills and understanding. Adept at working autonomously. Such as reviewing and assuring compliance with all applicable regulations, certifications, and accreditations in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical/Surgical L.V.N
Cornerstone Healthcare Group Hospital
Austin, TX
05.2022 - 06.2025
- Delivered accurate and safe nursing care based on patients' diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs and physical examinations.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications following hospital protocols.
- Monitored patients for condition changes, reporting observations to physician or nurse supervisor.
- Facilitated handoff reports on assigned patients to ensure continuity of care.
LVN Charge Nurse
Supplemental Health Care
Austin, TX
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights, and beliefs.
LVN Charge Nurse Per Diem
Nurse Dash
Austin, TX
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
LVN Charge Nurse
Park Place Nursing Facility
Georgetown, TX
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
- Report any neglect, physical, or mental abuse
Charge Nurse PAM Unit
Park Valley Inn Health Center
Round Rock, TX
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Report any neglect, physical, or mental abuse.
Medical/Surgical L.V.N.
Cornerstone Healthcare Group Hospital
Round Rock, TX
01.2015 - 10.2019
- Provided prompt, accurate, and safe nursing care according to patients' diagnosis, treatment, medications, and teaching in accordance with hospital protocols.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by the facility and supervisor.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists, and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care, and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Collected blood, urine, or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Acted as a preceptor for newly hired LPNs.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate them on optimal treatment procedures.
Education Coordinator
Uvalde Memorial Hospital
Uvalde, TX
05.2005 - 04.2010
- Provided patient/family/caregiver education according to patients diagnosis/health history using various tools, verbal, video, demonstration, and written communication techniques
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Coordinated with other departments to provide nurse orientation program for nursing staff
- Provided continuing education for nursing and non-nursing staff
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Planned and developed educational programs, courses, workshops and other learning activities.
- Instructed participants on the use of technology related to educational programs.
- Prior experience 5 years as unit clerk at Med/Surg, Day Surgery, and Radiology departments.
Education
Licensed Vocation Nurse
S.W.T.J.C.
Uvalde, TX05.2002
Skills
- Infection Control Process Coordination
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Accurate Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Medication Administration
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Delegation and Motivation
- Trend Tracking
- Meditech
- Point Click Care
- Excel
- Smart Net
- Bilingual Spanish
Accomplishments
- CHG Employee of the Month Award November 2022
- CHG Caught You Doing Wound Care Award 2023
- Nominated for CHG Employee of the Year 2022
Timeline
Medical/Surgical L.V.N
Cornerstone Healthcare Group Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2025
LVN Charge Nurse
Supplemental Health Care
11.2021 - 05.2022
LVN Charge Nurse Per Diem
Nurse Dash
09.2021 - 10.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Park Place Nursing Facility
11.2020 - 08.2021
Charge Nurse PAM Unit
Park Valley Inn Health Center
01.2020 - 10.2020
Medical/Surgical L.V.N.
Cornerstone Healthcare Group Hospital
01.2015 - 10.2019
Education Coordinator
Uvalde Memorial Hospital
05.2005 - 04.2010
Licensed Vocation Nurse
S.W.T.J.C.
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