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Brenda Torres

San Juan ,TX

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Vocational Nurse with a proven track record at Astella Hospice, excelling in patient care through effective care planning and modifications. Skilled in immunization administration and fostering teamwork, I significantly enhanced patient monitoring systems. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking and prioritization, ensuring high-quality support for diverse patient needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Astella Hospice
04.2021 - Current
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns.
  • Cared for over hospice patients each day with quality-driven support.
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
  • Assess and monitor for comfort measures.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Completion of documentation

LVN Charge Nurse

Family Home Health
06.2016 - 10.2020
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

Education

License - Nursing Education

Valley Grande Institute
Weslaco TX
05.2010

Skills

  • Procedure Explanation
  • Care Planning and Modifications
  • Immunization Administration
  • Work Planning and Coordination
  • Wound Dressing
  • Nursing Intervention Evaluations
  • Conditions Reporting
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Needs Assessment
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Pressure Wound Treatment
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Oral Conditions
  • Collecting Vitals
  • Sample Collection
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Astella Hospice
04.2021 - Current

LVN Charge Nurse

Family Home Health
06.2016 - 10.2020

License - Nursing Education

Valley Grande Institute

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