Cara Guzman
Houston,TX
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Village Medical
Houston, Texas
04.1996 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising physician.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
William Maher , D.O.
Westerville , OHIO
01.1990 - 08.1995
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Western Medical Services
Columbus , Ohio
05.1989 - 01.1990
- Per diem nurse staffing for OSU hospital
- Oncology /Med Surge/ ENT
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peooples Hospital
Mansfield , OH
09.1987 - 05.1989
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, performed catheterizations.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Education
Licensed Vocation Nurse - Nursing
North Central Technical College
Mansfield, OhioHigh School Diploma -
Ontario High School
Mansfield, OHSkills
Communication Skills
Problem Solving Abilities
Teamwork
Flexibility
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Village Medical
04.1996 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
William Maher , D.O.
01.1990 - 08.1995
Licensed Practical Nurse
Western Medical Services
05.1989 - 01.1990
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peooples Hospital
09.1987 - 05.1989
Licensed Vocation Nurse - Nursing
North Central Technical College
High School Diploma -
Ontario High School