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Bianca Avalos
LVN
Brownsville,TX
Work Preference
Summary
I am a dedicated LVN with over 10 years of experience in home health care environment and total of 3 years in a nursing home setting. Skilled in medication administration, patient assessments, and interdisciplinary collaboration, aiming to reduce hospital readmissions and improve patient wellness. I am compassionate in providing patient care, wound management, and chronic disease education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through clinical judgment and effective documentation. I am a proactive and goal-oriented nurse with excellent time management and problem-solving skills willing to adapt to change and always with a willingness to learn.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health LVN
United Home Health Care
02.2015 - Current
- Administered medication and monitored patient health status.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management and wellness strategies.
- Conducted regular patient evaluations every visit to assess progress and adjust care plans accordingly with MD and request appointments as needed for coordination with PCP.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients as ordered on plan of care.
- Worked with RN/MD to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions according to plan of care as ordered by MD.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed with MD.
- Ensured timely administration of prescribed therapies such as IV infusions or injections as part of the plan of care ordered by MD.
- Maintained patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies at all times.
- Facilitated seamless coordination between physicians, specialists, therapists, and family members to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Encouraged and instructed patients and caregivers to take control of their own health by teaching them about medications, nutrition, and exercise regimens tailored to their specific conditions.
- Administered medications, provided wound care, and other treatments per physician orders.
- Stayed current with the latest industry trends and best practices through ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management (if ordered to teach).
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered medications and injections, inserted IVs, wound vac placement, and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs every visit.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Provided patient education on health care diagnosis and prescribed medications.
- Able to obtain blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Demonstrated competence in using a variety of wound care products, dressings, and devices to optimize healing outcomes.
LVN Floor Nurse
Spanish Meadows Nursing Home
04.2008 - 04.2009
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Assisted in training new staff members on nursing protocols and resident care procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented changes in condition for timely interventions.
- Managed daily patient routines, ensuring comfort and adherence to care standards.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Education
VOCATIONAL LICENSE - Nursing
UTB-TSC
Brownsville, TX12-2007
Skills
- Home safety evaluation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Diabetes management
- Ethical practice
- Family education
- Post-surgical care
- Gastrointestinal care
- Orthopedic care
- Wound care management
- Accountability
- Confidentiality
- Patient care/Assessment
- Vital signs
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Documentation accuracy
- Physical assessment
- Pain management
- Family communication
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Transcribing orders
- Preventive care
- Home health care
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Chronic disease management
- Counting narcotics
- HIPAA protocols
- Caring for wounds
- Educating families
- Charting and recording
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse from 2008 - Present
- IV Certified
- CPR Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
TENNIS
Timeline
Home Health LVN
United Home Health Care
02.2015 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Spanish Meadows Nursing Home
04.2008 - 04.2009
VOCATIONAL LICENSE - Nursing
UTB-TSC