Dora Munos

• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
• Educated patients and families on care plans and health management strategies.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care outcomes.
• Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
• Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
• Provided mentorship and training support for new nursing staff on best practices.
• Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
• Supported patients during difficult transitions to home-based care, providing emotional support and practical guidance.
• Enhanced patient recovery process through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Assisted patients in managing their daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and mobility support.
• Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
• Maintained the highest standards of infection control by adhering to strict protocols for sanitation and personal protective equipment use.
• Maintained patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies at all times.

• Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and well-being.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
• Facilitated seamless coordination between physicians, specialists, therapists, and family members to ensure comprehensive patient support.
• Increased patient safety by diligently administering medications, wound care, and other treatments per physician orders.
• Streamlined daily operations within the home healthcare setting by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify any potential risks or barriers to successful home-based rehabilitation programs.
• Contributed to improved quality of life for patients with chronic conditions through skilled symptom management and education on self-care practices.
• Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care outcomes.
• Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
• Assisted patients in managing their daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and mobility support.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
• Maintained patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies at all times.

Taught a class for CNAs.

• Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols, ensuring high-quality care delivery. Trained new staff on state regulations requirement. Trained CNAs on care of patients from bathing to obtaining v/s..

• Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with care standards and protocols.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring patient responses effectively.
• Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing communication and collaboration.
• Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care plans based on evolving needs.
• Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols, ensuring high-quality care delivery.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
• Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
• Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
• Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
• Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
• Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
• Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
• Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
• Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Maximized staff productivity by organizing schedules according to skill mix, workload distribution, and staffing levels requirements.
• Enhanced team communication by conducting regular staff meetings, addressing concerns, and promoting open dialogue.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
• Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.