Cherry MAE Hermoso

LVN

MAINPLACE POST ACUTE

ORANGE

07.2020 - Current

Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Monitored vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
Performed routine treatments such as dressing changes and wound care.
Observed changes in the condition of patients and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Educated patients and families about their diagnosis, medications, treatment plans, home care instructions, diet restrictions.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was provided in a timely manner.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessment data, interventions performed and responses to treatments per facility policy.
Utilized critical thinking skills while dealing with complex clinical situations.
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control policies and procedures when providing patient care services.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Managed time effectively while multitasking in high-pressure situations.
Developed positive relationships with co-workers through effective communication.
Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in SNF setting by coaching and supporting.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.