Haley Sen
Fredericksburg
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive experience at The Fredericksburg Clinic, adept at medication administration and compassionate communication. Successfully managed complex patient care, enhancing satisfaction through effective education and support. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal outcomes for diverse populations, including geriatric and pediatric patients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The Fredericksburg Clinic
11.2020 - 05.2023
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Administered immunizations as needed for disease prevention in accordance with established guidelines.
- Worked for a Family Practice Doctor caring from every age, newborns thru elderly.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Vilagio
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Antonio State Hospital
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing specialized treatment plans for geriatric psychiatric patients.
- Managed medication administration by closely monitoring dosages, side effects, and potential interactions while maintaining strict adherence to established guidelines.
- Managed challenging behaviors in the geriatric population using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and behavioral modification plans.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients to promote trust and facilitate healing.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to improve cognitive functioning among older adults diagnosed with dementia-related disorders.
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for elderly patients and caregivers.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Windcrest Nursing and Rehab
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Managed complex medical conditions such as dementia, diabetes, Parkinson''s disease, and cardiovascular disorders among elderly residents within the facility.
- Provided skilled nursing care to patients with challenging behavioral symptoms related to cognitive decline, utilizing non-pharmacological interventions and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for effective management.
- Managed the timely administration of medications, vaccinations, and other prescribed treatments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, accurately identifying changes in patient condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during end-of-life care, facilitating a dignified transition for all parties involved.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hill Country Memorial Hospital
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Education
Associate of Science - Health Care/Nursing
Austin Community College
Fredericksburg, TX05-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Geriatric cares
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate communication
- Pediatric nursing
- Patient education
- Multitasking
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Adaptable and flexible
- Critical thinking
- Telephone and in person triage
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The Fredericksburg Clinic
11.2020 - 05.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Vilagio
01.2017 - 12.2017
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Antonio State Hospital
02.2014 - 12.2014
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Windcrest Nursing and Rehab
07.2012 - 07.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hill Country Memorial Hospital
03.2011 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - Health Care/Nursing
Austin Community College
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