Erica Mendoza
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Dedicated medical professional prepared for the role of LPN Charge Nurse, offering a wealth of comprehensive nursing skills to ensure optimal patient well-being and effectively support medical staff. Committed to fostering team collaboration and demonstrating adaptability to meet evolving healthcare needs. Recognized for exceptional organizational abilities and a compassionate approach to patient care, consistently striving to enhance the overall patient experience. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments, positively impacting both patients and colleagues.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab
03.2022 - 06.2025
- Led nursing team to ensure quality patient care and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated patient assessments, developing individualized care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately and promptly.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on clinical processes and best practices.
- Implemented infection control measures, improving overall health standards within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate effective patient communication and discharge planning.
- Managed medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing documentation for accuracy and completeness, enhancing accountability.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Reported abnormal findings to physician for immediate intervention orders.
- Tracked nursing data for care provided to document progress and outcomes for established goals.
- Facilitated medication management, including education and monitored for side effects in collaboration with providers.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Assessed signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in patient's condition.
- Administered oral medications to patient and monitored responses.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Indian Capital Technology Center - Sallisaw
Sallisaw, OK5 2016
Skills
- Managing personal care
- Setting appointments
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Broad medical terminology knowledge
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Patient Care and Education
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Workflow and Patient Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Emergency care
- Policy compliance
- Ethical practice
- Clinical judgment
- Patient charting
- Critical thinking
- Medication administration
- Intravenous medications
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Patient education
- Physical assessments
- Responsible and dependable
- Specimen collection
- HIPAA compliance
- Attention to detail
- Activities of daily living adls
- Adaptable and flexible
- Patient support
- Call answering and assistance
- Patient observation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Staff supervision
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Quality assessments
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab
03.2022 - 06.2025
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
07.2019 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
09.2012 - 06.2016
LPN - Nursing
Indian Capital Technology Center - Sallisaw
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