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Carla Romero

Winchester,CA

Summary

Dedicated nursing student currently working towards my License Vocational Nursing program. Solid understanding of role of nurses in interdisciplinary environments. Excellent clinical and people skills. Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN Student Nurse

Temecula Health Care
10.2022 - Current
  • Used initiative in carrying out recurring tasks within scope of practice and established standards of care.
  • Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
  • Participated in clinical training, seminars and other educational offerings to develop knowledge and skill levels.
  • Responded and followed up to needs of patient population to foster comfortable and safe environment.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

LVN Student Nurse

Temecula Valley Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Used initiative in carrying out recurring tasks within scope of practice and established standards of care.
  • Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
  • Participated in clinical training, seminars and other educational offerings to develop knowledge and skill levels.
  • Responded and followed up to needs of patient population to foster comfortable and safe environment.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Temecula Nursing School
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

Early Childhood Teacher

Learning Care Group
07.2013 - Current
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Philippine Women's University
Quezon City, Philippines
06.2005

Skills

  • Supply Requisition and Inventory
  • Direct Supervision
  • Infant Care and Feeding
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Patient Intakes
  • Sterilize Equipment
  • Information Intake
  • Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
  • Status Updates
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • Entering Patient Data
  • Student Engagement
  • Wound Management
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Ng Tube
  • Wound Dressing and Suturing
  • Observe Patients
  • Sanitation and Sterilization
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Examination and Test Preparation
  • Vital Signs Measurement
  • Conditions Reporting
  • Emotional Support
  • Mobility Devices
  • Insulin Injections
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Collect Trash
  • Care Planning and Modifications
  • Update Electronic Charts

Timeline

LVN Student Nurse

Temecula Valley Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023

LVN Student Nurse

Temecula Health Care
10.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Temecula Nursing School
08.2021 - 11.2021

Early Childhood Teacher

Learning Care Group
07.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Philippine Women's University

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