Daniel Andana LPN
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with over 5 years of experience in providing compassionate patient care to individuals in home clinic and acute settings. Proven skills in phlebotomy and intramuscular medication administration. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Community Health Care
10.2020 - Current
- Performed COVID-19 testing and communicated results and care protocol to patients.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in NextGEn Program to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Administered Pediatric and Adult immunizations
- Communicated with providers through communication logs and phone calls in regards to patient care such as medication refills or treatments.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Casa Family Health Center
02.2019 - Current
- Delivered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity
- Safely administered flu and pneumonia vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
Nurse Technician
Plains Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2017
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
- Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Prepared and maintained records of patient progress and services performed to report changes in patient condition.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths and performing dress changes for patients.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and output information.
Home Health Nurse
Presbyterian Medical Center
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to supervising staff
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities
- Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management
- Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skill
Assistant Manager
Community Health Care
08.2024 - Current
- Monitor day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the patient's experience.
- Develop strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Manage inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Complete regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Assiste in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Promote teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Facilitate clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
- Boost employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Work as a nurse on the floor to assist where needed.
Education
Certified Makeup Artist - Makeup
Skilled Academy
Online 04.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Clovis Community College
Clovis, NM12.2017
Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Southwest Phlebotomy
California 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Trevor Browne High School
Phoenix, AZ05.2011
Skills
- Direct client care
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Speaks some Russian and French
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Chronic Disease Management
- EMR Systems
- Task Delegation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Triaging
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Patient Assessments
- Assisting Physicians
- Medication Dispensing
- Care Planning
- HIPAA Protocols
- Medication Administration
Accomplishments
Employee of the Year for Presbyterian as Best Nurse Technician in 2017 in the PRIDE Awards
Certification
Phlebotomy Technician
Medical Interpreter
Licensed Practical Nurse
Certified Makeup Artist Diploma
Certification in makeup application by Luis Torres and Andres Felipe
References
John Gastelum, Rn, Lead Nurse
253-376-2625
Judith Arce
575-693-9169 - Surgical Technician
Makila Sena, Practice Manager
575-791-5390- Practice Manager
Additional Skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
One of my passions, apart from my profession, is performing music. In several occasions, I participated by singing as a volunteer in public presentations of exhibitions in various locations such as public spaces or expositions such as the Green Valley Expo for Al Gore in 2011
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Community Health Care
08.2024 - Current
LPN
Community Health Care
10.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Casa Family Health Center
02.2019 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Presbyterian Medical Center
03.2018 - 01.2019
Nurse Technician
Plains Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2017
Phlebotomy Technician
Medical Interpreter
Licensed Practical Nurse
Certified Makeup Artist Diploma
Certification in makeup application by Luis Torres and Andres Felipe
Certified Makeup Artist - Makeup
Skilled Academy
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Clovis Community College
Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Southwest Phlebotomy
High School Diploma -
Trevor Browne High School
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