Cares for patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Bethany Senior Living Center
Port Lavaca, TX
02.2024 - Current
Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
Supervised LVNs and other staff members in providing quality patient care services.
Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.
LVN Charge Nurse
Courtyard Rehabilitation And Health Center
Victoria, TX
06.2023 - 12.2023
Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
LVN Charge Nurse
Twin Pines North Rehabilitation and Care Center
Victoria, TX
04.2023 - 06.2023
Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
LVN Charge Nurse
Granite Mesa Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
Marble Falls, TX
10.2021 - 04.2023
Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.
Participated in regular meetings with interdisciplinary teams to discuss best practices for improving clinical outcomes.
Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
Educated patients about disease prevention methods and healthy lifestyle choices.
Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or life-threatening events.
Assigned tasks appropriately based on each staff member's abilities.
Assisted with discharge planning for patients upon completion of their treatment plan.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Practical Nursing
Northeast MS Community College
Booneville, MS
11-2009
Skills
Team Collaboration
Medical Records Management
Privacy and confidentiality
Patient Assessments
Employee oversight
Quality Improvement
Care Planning
Healthcare regulations
HIPAA Compliance
Patient Care Coordination
Vital signs monitoring
Medication Administration
Emergency Care
Health Promotion
Care Plan Development
Geriatric Care
Disease Prevention
Policy compliance
Certification
BLS/AED Certification Army Combat Medic Professional Photographer