GINA DOMINGUEZ
Converse
Summary
Credentialed LVN with extensive experience in home health and hospice care. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans, ensuring compassionate support for patients and their families. Recognized for exceptional patient observation and effective communication, optimizing quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health LVN
Elara Caring
San Antonio
06.2025 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care and support for daily living activities to enhance quality of life.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to develop and implement personalized care plans for improved patient outcomes.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and pulse rate, to ensure patient health and safety.
- Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Recorded patient health information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained a safe environment within the home setting by recognizing potential hazards or risks.
Home Health LVN
Living Tree of Life Home Health Care
San Antonio
01.2025 - Current
- Assessed patient's physical and emotional condition during home visits.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
- Documented all treatments administered, observations made, and any changes in the patient's condition in an accurate manner according to agency policies and regulations.
- Reported any adverse reactions or significant changes in the patient's condition immediately to supervising Registered Nurse.
- Provided instruction on medication administration, diet, exercise, and health-related activities to enhance patient self-management.
- Implemented disease prevention education to minimize risk factors for chronic illnesses.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Ensured safe home environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards.
LVN
AMEDIA HOSPICE
SAN ANTONI
01.2025 - Current
- Administered palliative treatments including hospice medications, wound care treatments and supportive therapies.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels and blood pressure.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by observing responses from patients during therapy sessions or after medication administration periods have elapsed.
- Performed regular visits to patient's home to evaluate health status and administer medication.
- Responded quickly to changes in patient's conditions or symptoms by implementing appropriate interventions.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families, enhancing coping during difficult times.
- Provided compassionate support during crises, helping patients and families navigate distress.
- Collaborated in team meetings to assess patient progress and establish targeted treatment goals.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
Home Health LVN
YELLOW ROSE HOSPICE
SAN ANTONIO
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians and monitored patients for side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, observed changes in condition, and reported any concerns to physician.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess patient condition and provide timely interventions, improving overall care quality.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medication administration, nutrition, and symptom management to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
Home Health LVN
Advocate Home Health Services
SAN ANTONIO
03.2021 - 05.2025
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Addressed patient care needs by collecting vitals, dressing wounds, and managing catheters to support recovery.
- Applied interventions to facilitate patient wellness and maintain optimal health.
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Home Health LVN
Advanced Home Health & Hospice
Pflugerville
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
- Instructed patients on proper medication administration techniques, diet, exercise, and other health related activities.
- Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon their needs and physician orders.
- Communicated medical issues and concerns to family members to enhance understanding of patient's care plan.
- Educated patients on disease prevention methods to empower them in reducing risk factors for chronic illnesses.
- Maintained safe home environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards to ensure patient safety.
LVN
Elara Caring
KILLEEN
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Assessed patient health through physical examinations and evaluation of medical histories to inform care decisions.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings to review and optimize each patient's treatment plan.
Home Health LVN
Americare Home Care
San Antonio
08.2019 - 02.2024
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to create tailored care plans that address individual patient needs.
- Monitored patient's respiratory activity, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels to assess treatment efficacy.
- Applied interventions to advance patient wellness and ensure ongoing health maintenance.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Home Health LVN
Magnolia Hospice
San Antonio
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Coordinated care plans for patients in collaboration with doctors and registered nurses to ensure comprehensive treatment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of patient care procedural changes and implemented necessary adjustments to enhance care delivery.
- Monitored patients for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Education
NURSING - Vocational Nursing
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX08-2000
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Care Plan Development
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Recording
- Specimen Collection
- Wound Care Management
- Patient Charting
- Patient Observation
- In-Home Care
- Daily living activities
- Infection Control
- Pediatric Care Techniques
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- HIPAA Compliance
Education and Training
other
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Home Health LVN
Elara Caring
06.2025 - Current
Home Health LVN
Living Tree of Life Home Health Care
01.2025 - Current
LVN
AMEDIA HOSPICE
01.2025 - Current
Home Health LVN
Advanced Home Health & Hospice
08.2024 - 09.2024
LVN
Elara Caring
02.2024 - 08.2024
Home Health LVN
YELLOW ROSE HOSPICE
06.2023 - 05.2025
Home Health LVN
Advocate Home Health Services
03.2021 - 05.2025
Home Health LVN
Magnolia Hospice
03.2021 - 06.2023
Home Health LVN
Americare Home Care
08.2019 - 02.2024
NURSING - Vocational Nursing
Central Texas College