Cristina Ferrel
Around The Clock Healthcare
Bakersfield,CA
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Language
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Certification
15
years of professional experience
Experienced and Licensed LVN with over 10 years of experience in direct patient care. Known for strong patient advocacy and effective communication with strong background in patient care. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in administering medications, wound care, and patient monitoring. Reliable and focused on achieving positive health outcomes.
Work History
Home Health LVN/Quality Assurance Coordinator
14 Years 1 Month- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, promoting tailored approaches for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on post-treatment care, improving understanding and adherence to health protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Conducted routine assessments and documentation, maintaining accurate patient records for continuity of care.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved patient outcomes and hospital safety protocols.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Advocated for patients' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Provided excellent wound care management, resulting in faster healing times for patients with complex wounds.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols to enhance service delivery standards.
- Assisted with quality control audits.
- Evaluated accuracy of existing quality assurance measurement techniques, implementing improvements to increase efficacy and reduce errors.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines for quality management systems.
- Delivered medications and treatments following physician instructions, prioritizing patient safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline processes, fostering communication among healthcare providers.
LVN Floor Nurse
1 Year 5 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient progress, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment plans.
- Conducted assessments and documented vital signs, maintaining accurate health records for compliance.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, progress, and care interventions for informed decision-making among healthcare professionals.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse Program - Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
Geriatric care
HIPAA compliance
Vital signs monitoring
Catheter care
Compassionate support
Direct care
Clinical judgment
Patient education
Infection control
Patient assessment
Documentation accuracy
Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
Wound care
Home health care
Certification
- IV Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health LVN/Quality Assurance Coordinator
Around The Clock Healthcare
09.2012 - CurrentRead More
LVN Floor Nurse
Glenwood Gardens Skilled Care Center
07.2011 - 12.2012Read More
Porterville College
Licensed Vocational Nurse Program from Nursing
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