Blanca Esquivel
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Competent LVN, Wound Care Nurse with extensive experience providing care for complex wounds and ulcers. proficient at providing rehabilitative care to help patients return to productive lifestyles. Caring, knowledgeable, and eager to apply skills to a new position. Im also a Compassionate Nurse knowledgeable in developing treatment/care plans according to current wound care protocols. Proficient in applying preventive measures and monitoring results on the care being delivered. Bringing customer service, multitasking, and time management to the work place. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. For each patient deserve respect, empathy, and clear communication from there caregivers to receive the best quality of care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
Cimarron Place-Cascade Health Services
Corpus Christi, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings related to development of effective treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance. worked with Physician outside of facility.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Treated patients undergoing bowel surgery and experiencing digestive system wounds.
- Provide post-surgery treatment for patients with ostomies and conditions. all knowledgeable about wound vac applications
- Documented all aspects of wound care treatment and patient progress in medical records.
- Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds, and monitor healing.
- Cared for all kind of wounds. surgical, pressure, ulcers, etc.
MDS Nurse
Cimarron Place-Cascade Health Services
Corpus Christi, TX
03.2015 - 10.2017
- Utilized computer systems such as Point Click Care or other electronic health record software programs for data entry purposes.
- Initiated appropriate interventions when needed based on identified problems or changes in condition. care plans updated and identified care needed.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop individualized resident care plans based on assessments.
MDS Nurse
Trisun Care Center
Corpus Christi, TX
02.2012 - 03.2015
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop individualized resident care plans based on assessments.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Analyzed patient data including lab results, vital signs, medications, to assess current condition and make recommendations regarding treatment options.
LVN Floor Nurse
Trisun Care Center
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2010 - 03.2015
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- 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.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Trisun Care Center
Corpus Christi, TX
11.2012 - 02.2014
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments based on patient response and clinical assessment findings.
- Instructed staff members on proper documentation protocols related to wound care services provided in accordance with professional standards.
- Performed assessments to identify any potential risk factors associated with wounds or skin breakdowns.
- Assessed patient's wound care needs and developed individualized wound care plans.
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound care including topical ointments, creams and oral antibiotics.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Treated patients undergoing bowel surgery and experiencing digestive system wounds.
- Participated in wound care education sessions for healthcare staff to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds, and monitor healing.
- Led wound care rounds with healthcare team to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
CMA
Trisun Care Center
Corpus Christi, TX
02.2002 - 08.2010
- Assisted with patient admissions and discharges, including obtaining vital signs, medical histories and insurance information.
- Answered phones promptly; responded professionally to inquiries from patients or family members.
- Conducted physical assessments including measurements of height, weight, temperature and pulse rate; reported any changes in condition to supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Provided direct patient care by assisting with treatments and administering medications as directed by physicians.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks such as changing linens, stocking rooms and transporting patients when necessary.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
CNA
the palms nursing and rehab
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2001 - 02.2002
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in documentation.
- Prepared and served meals according to prescribed diets.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests quickly.
- Reported changes in patient's condition to nursing staff.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA duties.
- Observed patients' progress and reported any changes in health status to supervisor.
- Performed range of motion exercises with immobile patients under direction of a licensed nurse.
- Responded to emergency situations using proper protocol and providing basic life support when needed.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs.
Education
Licensee Vocational Nurse
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX08-2010
Certified Medication Aide
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX01-2003
Certified Nursing Assistant
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX08-2001
LVN To RN Transiting
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- Rehabilitative care
- Complex wound care
- Healthcare management
- Staff Training/ training education
- Post-surgery treatment
- Palliative Care/ hospice
- Wound Care / wound vac application
- EMR Updating/ point click care
- Physical Assessment
- Case Management
- Self-management
- Patient Education/ bilingual english & spanish
- Family Education/ bilingual english & spanish
Certification
- wound care certified
- wound vac certified
- IV certified
- CPR certified
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
Cimarron Place-Cascade Health Services
10.2023 - Current
MDS Nurse
Cimarron Place-Cascade Health Services
03.2015 - 10.2017
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Trisun Care Center
11.2012 - 02.2014
MDS Nurse
Trisun Care Center
02.2012 - 03.2015
LVN Floor Nurse
Trisun Care Center
08.2010 - 03.2015
CMA
Trisun Care Center
02.2002 - 08.2010
CNA
the palms nursing and rehab
01.2001 - 02.2002
Licensee Vocational Nurse
Coastal Bend College
Certified Medication Aide
Del Mar College
Certified Nursing Assistant
Del Mar College
LVN To RN Transiting
Del Mar College
- wound care certified
- wound vac certified
- IV certified
- CPR certified
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