Bria Alvarez
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Focused and attentive LPN offering 8 years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal, sublingual,subcutaneous, and intravenous medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Medication Aide/Caregiver
Holladay Park Plaza
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
Medication Aide/Caregiver/Emergency Responder
Rogue Valley Manor
06.2015 - 12.2021
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Determined emergency situation and developed plan of action.
- Evaluated injured or ill persons to determine nature and extent of concerns.
Education
LPN Certification - Nursing
Sumner College
Portland, OR01.2023
No Degree - Nursing
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, ORNo Degree - Nursing
Merced College
Merced, CAHigh School Diploma -
Livingston High School
Livingston, CA06.2012
Skills
- Medical Documentation
- Nursing Ethics
- Health Promotion
- Compassionate Care
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pain management
- Team collaboration
- Patient assessment
- Wound Care
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse: Oregon License #10007337 Expires: 11/17/2025
- BLS- CPR Certified Expires: 10/31/ 2025
Timeline
LPN
Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Medication Aide/Caregiver
Holladay Park Plaza
12.2021 - 06.2023
Medication Aide/Caregiver/Emergency Responder
Rogue Valley Manor
06.2015 - 12.2021
LPN Certification - Nursing
Sumner College
No Degree - Nursing
Southern Oregon University
No Degree - Nursing
Merced College
High School Diploma -
Livingston High School
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