Brenda Vega
Summary
I'm a well-qualified medical professional with experience capturing/documenting information and completing high acuity nursing care. Excellent communication, prioritization and organizational abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and home health environments. Dependable and hardworking job seeker ready to help the team achieve your company's goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Wilkes-Barre, PA
01.2019 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
CNA
Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Hazle Township, PA
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Warehouse Material Handler
Michaels Distribution Center
Humboldt, PA
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by following safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, improving overall warehouse efficiency.
- Reduced order fulfillment times by efficiently picking and packing items for shipment.
- Loaded trucks with outgoing shipments, adhering to weight restrictions and proper stacking methods to minimize risk of damage during transit.
- Provided backup support to other warehouse functions as needed during peak periods or staff shortages, ensuring seamless operations.
- Sorted materials for scanning to meet production goals.
- Identified, communicated and resolved issues to avoid disruptions in material movement.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hazleton Area Career Center
Hazleton, PA06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
NSB Trainers
103 Rotary Drive, Hazleton, PA 1870107.2016
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Documentation Accuracy
- EMR / EHR
- Problem Solving
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- High acuity nursing care
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Care
- Fluent in Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
01.2019 - Current
CNA
Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
09.2016 - 01.2017
Warehouse Material Handler
Michaels Distribution Center
09.2014 - 04.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hazleton Area Career Center
Certified Nursing Assistant
NSB Trainers