DAMARIS MARTELL
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
CA-Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- 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.
Caregiver
Home Health Aid Care Giver
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Caregiver
Personal Employer
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
Education
CERTIFICATE - NURSING
CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
LOS ANGELES 06.2024
GED -
Manual Arts Adult School
Los Angeles, CA06.2012
Skills
Compassionate Care
Clinical Documentation
Diabetes management
Vital signs monitoring
Catheter Care
Elderly Care
Feeding Tube Assistance
Wound Care
Patient Care
Outpatient Care
Patient relationship building
Timeline
LVN
Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab
08.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Home Health Aid Care Giver
10.2023 - 07.2024
Caregiver
Personal Employer
06.2022 - 09.2023
CERTIFICATE - NURSING
CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
GED -
Manual Arts Adult School
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