Claudette Ballesteros
Grovetown,GA
Summary
With a proven track record at OnCall Staffing & Skilled Trades, I excel in medication administration and delivering patient-centered care, significantly improving health outcomes. My expertise in diabetes management and compassionate support has been pivotal in enhancing patient recovery and satisfaction. Skilled in both direct patient care and quality assurance, I consistently contribute to superior care standards.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
OnCall Staffing & Skilled Trades
11.2012 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Georgia Regional
01.2006 - 03.2013
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Doctors Hospital (Burn Unit)
04.2000 - 03.2004
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ann Marie Nursing Home
01.1990 - 03.2000
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Georgia Military College
Augusta, GAAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing Education
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GADiploma - Practical Nursing
Aiken Technical College
Aiken, SC12-1989
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Augusta, GA06-1984
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Geriatric care
- Patient assessments
- Diabetes management
- Breathing treatments
- Transcribing orders
- Behavioral assessment
- Mental health support
- Pain management
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
OnCall Staffing & Skilled Trades
11.2012 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Georgia Regional
01.2006 - 03.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Doctors Hospital (Burn Unit)
04.2000 - 03.2004
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ann Marie Nursing Home
01.1990 - 03.2000
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Georgia Military College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Education
Augusta Technical College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Aiken Technical College
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
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