Gisela Pina Valdez-LVN
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
STHS Family Medicine Clinic
Mission, Texas
02.2026 - Current
- Review and communicate diagnostic results.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Assisted in patient education on health management and wellness practices.
- Documented patient care activities and maintained accurate medical records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding health concerns.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
LVN/MA
General Surgery
Edinburg, TX
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Prepared examination rooms, sterilizing equipment and restocking supplies efficiently.
- Recorded patient histories and vital signs to ensure precise medical documentation.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and follow-up care for patients effectively.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and medication instructions thoroughly.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations, vital signs, and histories preparation.
- Maintained HIPAA compliance by safeguarding confidential patient information consistently.
- Documented comprehensive notes during patient visits to enhance record accuracy.
- Changed dressings on wounds to monitor healing progress and prevent infection.
LVN
Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation
Edinburg, Texas
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety including IV medication
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge protocols.
- Provided wound care.
- Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and dignity.
- Implemented infection control measures in compliance with facility policies.
- Inserted, cared for, and removed catheters while monitoring fluid output effectively.
- Supported nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding or directly feeding patients with limited mobility.
Medical Assisting Instructor
College of Health Care Profession
McAllen, Texas
09.2016 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented medical assisting curricula for diverse learning styles.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for phlebotomy, vital signs, performing venipuncture, administering injections, and collecting specimens.
- Instructed EKG, and thought CPR BLS
- Facilitated hands-on training in laboratory techniques and equipment usage.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Promoted ethical standards among students by discussing relevant topics such as patient confidentiality or HIPAA regulations.
- Supervised clinical internships for advanced medical assisting students who are preparing for certification exams.
- Developed course materials such as syllabi, lesson plans, tests, quizzes and assignments.
- Conducted lectures, workshops, and demonstrations using multimedia equipment to engage students.
- Attended conferences, seminars or workshops related to teaching strategies or new developments in medical assisting education.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades according to school policies.
Medical Assistant Instructor
South Texas Vo-Tech
McAllen, Texas
07.2008 - 09.2016
- Developed curriculum for medical assistant training programs.
- Instructed students in clinical and administrative procedures.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments.
- Created engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experience.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for phlebotomy, vital signs, performing venipuncture, administering injections, and collecting specimens.
- Maintained student engagement and program retention by offering quality education and support for unique needs.
- Evaluated student progress by assessing knowledge of course material and providing feedback on assignments.
- Instructed students in the use of computerized diagnostic equipment and software applications relevant to the field of medicine.
- Created a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.
- Supervised externships with local healthcare facilities to provide real world experience for medical assistant students.
- Helped students develop technical and soft skills necessary for successful medical assistant work.
- Advised medical assistant students on career paths within the field of medicine based on individual interests and goals.
- Participated in faculty meetings where new curriculum was discussed and evaluated.
- Enforced classroom policies regarding dress code, punctuality, cell phone usage.
- Conducted lectures on health care related topics including ethics and legal issues.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for each student enrolled in the program.
- Provided individual instruction on topics such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, and laboratory procedures.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX09-2025
Medical Assitant - Medical Assistant
STVT
McAllen, TX07-1995
High School Diploma -
Mission High School
Mission, TX05-1993
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Communication skills
- Physical assessment
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Nutritional maintenance
- Family education
- Sample collection
- Assistance with ADLs
- Medication dispensing
- Tuberculosis testing
- EKG administration
- HIPAA compliance
- EMR software
- Diabetes management
- Phlebotomy
- Patient triage
- Preventive care strategies
- Narcotic counting
- Patient safety protocols
- Wound care management
- Immunization administration
- End-of-life care
- Utilization and completion of nursing care plans
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
LVN
STHS Family Medicine Clinic
02.2026 - Current
LVN
Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2025 - 10.2025
LVN/MA
General Surgery
02.2025 - 02.2026
Medical Assisting Instructor
College of Health Care Profession
09.2016 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant Instructor
South Texas Vo-Tech
07.2008 - 09.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN
Rio Grande Valley College
Medical Assitant - Medical Assistant
STVT
High School Diploma -
Mission High School