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Certification
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DRUSCILLA MATARA

Summary

Healthcare professional well-versed in patient care and clinical support. Adept at fostering collaborative team environments and ensuring high-quality patient care. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic healthcare settings, with strong skills in patient communication and medical documentation.

Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.

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.

Positive, compassionate, and dedicated individual with solid foundation in patient care and basic medical procedures. Well-versed in fundamental nursing principles and skilled in administering medications and monitoring patient vital signs. Committed to enhancing patient well-being and contributing to supportive healthcare environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nursing Student

Pleasant Valley Nursing And Rehabilitation
09.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate and efficient nursing assistance to patients with various needs.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and well-being, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting their autonomy.
  • Supported a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and offering assistance as needed.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and understanding between nurse and patient.
  • Reduced patient falls by implementing comprehensive fall prevention strategies and regularly assessing patients'' risk levels.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Westpark Rehabilitation and Living
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Responsible for assisting and collaborating with the RN in the delivery of nursing care for assigned patients
  • Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting the daily care of assigned patients
  • Identifying patient care needs individual care plan and revising the plan of care as needed
  • Recorded patient vital signs and other information, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and body weight

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Westpark Rehabilitation and Living
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Responsible for assisting and collaborating with the RN in the delivery of nursing care for assigned patients
  • Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting the daily care of assigned patients
  • Identifying patient care needs individual care plan and revising the plan of care as needed
  • Recorded patient vital signs and other information, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and body weight

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Estate Rehabilitation Centre
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Provided direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families in routine/preoperative nursing situations under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or doctor
  • Provide safe individualized nursing care including all aspects of direct patient care, treatments, and procedures
  • Assist with the admission, appointments, transfers, and discharge of patients
  • Document accurate and complete patient information while addressing identified patient problems and expected outcomes
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications

Licensed Vocational Nurse

North Point Rehabilitation
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Documented and maintained patient medical history and treatment data
  • Implemented treatment plans at direction of physicians and appropriate consultants
  • Participated in Certified Nursing Assistant training and orientation programs
  • Researched holistic life care plan programs and recommended changes accordingly
  • Aided with patient needs assessments on a regular basis

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Arlington residence and Rehabilitation
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Richardson, TX
12-2024

No Degree - Nursing

Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX
01.2015

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Compassionate care
  • Health promotion

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Certification

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - [TEXAS Board of Nursing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Swahili
Full Professional

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nursing Student

Pleasant Valley Nursing And Rehabilitation
09.2022 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Westpark Rehabilitation and Living
10.2021 - 09.2022

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Westpark Rehabilitation and Living
10.2021 - 09.2022

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Estate Rehabilitation Centre
01.2019 - 10.2021

Licensed Vocational Nurse

North Point Rehabilitation
01.2018 - 12.2018

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Arlington residence and Rehabilitation
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - [TEXAS Board of Nursing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing

No Degree - Nursing

Concorde Career College
DRUSCILLA MATARA