Diana Carrillo
Tulare,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. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs. Involved in the team-nursing model. Involved in the care of 4-5 patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Kaweah Health- Floor Nurse
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients' conditions, progress, and care interventions for informed decision-making among healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive discharge plans, resulting in a smoother transition to home or facility-based care.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies for managing chronic conditions, empowering them to take an active role in their health management.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members by providing guidance on best practices, hospital procedures, and effective teamwork strategies.
- Supported patients during diagnostic procedures, ensuring their comfort and clearly explaining each step of the process.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LVN
Kaweah Health- Employee Health
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Mentored new RN and LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Improved employee health by conducting regular assessments and implementing tailored wellness programs.
- Reduced workplace injuries by providing ongoing training on proper lifting techniques and ergonomics.
- Promoted a culture of safety by collaborating with management to establish clear policies and procedures for injury prevention.
- Supported employees in maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations through regular trainings and educational materials.
- Administered medical testing and vision and hearing screening to identify risks to health and improve well-being among staff.
- Managed workers'' compensation claims efficiently, facilitating timely return-to-work plans for affected employees.
- Maintained accurate records of employee health data, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA guidelines.
CNA
Kaweah Health
11.2010 - 11.2018
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA05.2024
LVN Licensing -
Tulare Adult School
Tulare, CA05.2018
High School Diploma -
El Diamante High School
Visalia, CA06.2010
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Health Education
- Patient Intake
- Patient Assessments
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Wound Care
- EMR / EHR
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical judgment
- Medication Administration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LVN
Kaweah Health- Floor Nurse
08.2020 - Current
LVN
Kaweah Health- Employee Health
11.2018 - 08.2020
CNA
Kaweah Health
11.2010 - 11.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fresno City College
LVN Licensing -
Tulare Adult School
High School Diploma -
El Diamante High School
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