Diligent Desired Position with nine years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse and two years experience as an RN, where I can apply my skills, knowledge, and experience to providing safe Patient care.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Medical-Surgical and Postpartum
Rockwall Presbyterian Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Providing professional nursing assessments, prioritize treatments according to the urgency of need, and initiate medical care
Providing direct, professional nursing care to a specified population of patients in an inpatient or an outpatient setting
Preparing equipment and assists physicians during examinations and treatments
Performing evaluation of new and existing patients to determine priority and suitability of treatment and/or need for modifications
Able to work independently, always motivated to complete tasks, and a respect for deadlines
Maintaining confidentiality of patient records
Perform specialized nursing procedures related to the unique needs of a particular patient population
Also oversee and guide the work of other nursing and support staff
Night shift Supervisor/Wellness Nurse
Sunrise Assisting Living
04.2018 - 11.2020
Supervised nursing assistants, Medication assistance and care of assigned residents
Resolved conflicts among team members in a timely manner, promoting a cohesive and efficient working environment.
Assisted in training new employees on policies, procedures, and best practices for their respective roles within the organization.
Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.
Developed strong communication channels between day and night shifts, facilitating seamless handovers at the beginning and end of each shift.
LVN
Parkland Health & Hospital System
07.2015 - 05.2018
Provide safe patient care for Oncology patients in Multi Breast Surgery Clinic, Breast Evaluation Clinic, Procedure Clinic, and Surgical Oncology Tumor Clinic
To ensure all studies are completed prior to clinic visit
Assist and coordinate in clinic procedures with bone marrow, lumbar puncture (IT chemo), Ommaya (IT chemo), and paracentesis
Reassess patients post procedure, review with patients instructions, and follow up with the patient regarding plan of care
Schedule patients into clinics accordingly and communicate with MDs regarding patient care on a daily basis
Charge Nurse
Senior Care Center at Lake Pointe
03.2014 - 07.2015
Patient care in Nursing Facility- Charge Nurse for the unit, supervised nursing assistants and care of assigned residents
Provided direct patient care, administered medications as ordered by the physician, performed sterile procedures, collaborated with a professional team, facilitated pain management
In communication with physicians, residents, and the patient's family on a daily basis regarding the patient's status and care
Monitor physical and mental status of patients, completed appropriate documentation and charting including vital signs, physical assessments, skin assessments, incident reports, orders, and care plans
Maintained effective communication with patient's family
CMA
HCR Manor Care
05.2013 - 01.2014
Provided care to patients in Nursing Facility as patient care and medication aide
Responsible for medication administration as ordered by physicians, monitor vital signs, and report patient's abnormalities to charge nurses
Provide care to patients; assist with hygiene care, restorative aide- assisted therapist with patients needing PT
CNA
Rockwall Senior Care Center
06.2011 - 05.2013
Provided care to patients in Nursing Facility as patient care assistance and medication aide
Responsible for medication administration as ordered by physicians, skin assessments, monitor vital signs, mental status and reported patient's abnormalities to charge nurses
Education
BSN -
Arizona College of Nursing
Dallas, TX
01.2022
Vocational Nursing Program -
Cephas Center for Health Science
Dallas, TX
01.2014
Medication Aide -
Alliance Career Institute
Dallas, TX
01.2010
Nurse Assistant Program -
MetroMed Institute
Dallas, TX
01.2009
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Wound care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
Patient management
Care plan development
Professional bedside manner
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Surgical Technologist Student at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital RockwallSurgical Technologist Student at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall
Registered Nurse, Operating Room at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital RockwallRegistered Nurse, Operating Room at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall