Brittany Cruz
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse with 5+ years of experience on a med-surg unit, who leverages critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians, RNs and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Christus Spohn Hospital-Shoreline
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted physicians in examining and treating patients.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
Education
LVN -
Brightwood College
Corpus Christi, TX04-2018
High School Diploma -
Edcouch-Elsa High School
Edcouch, TX05-2011
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- HIPAA Compliance
- Treatment plan implementation
- Infection Control
- Geriatric Care
- Aseptic Techniques
- Patient Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Meditech
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Christus Spohn Hospital-Shoreline
08.2018 - Current
LVN -
Brightwood College
High School Diploma -
Edcouch-Elsa High School