Great communication skills; Trouble shooter. Good team player. Good coordinating skills. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Self motivated, good clinical skills and diagnostic support skills. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work with multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health LVN
Vantage Home Health Care Services
Gardena, CA
07.2018 - Current
Assessed patient's physical and emotional condition during home visits.
Provided support to patients and families in order to ensure optimal care at home.
Instructed patients on proper medication administration techniques, diet, exercise, and other health related activities.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate.
Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
Communicated with family members about medical issues or concerns related to the patient's care plan.
Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to established protocols.
Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon their needs and physician orders.
Collaborated with physicians to coordinate patient care plan and provide ongoing education to patients regarding disease process, treatment options, and lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Educated patients on disease prevention methods in order to reduce risk factors associated with chronic illnesses or diseases.
Documented all treatments administered, observations made, and any changes in the patient's condition in an accurate manner according to agency policies and regulations.
Provided emotional support for both the patient and their family members throughout the course of treatment.
Reported any adverse reactions or significant changes in the patient's condition immediately to supervising Registered Nurse.
Ensured that all equipment used is properly maintained according to safety protocols.
Organized medications for easy access when needed by the patient or caregiver.
Maintained a safe environment within the home setting by recognizing potential hazards or risks.
Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, feeding, ambulation assistance, as required.
Developed relationships with community resources such as pharmacies, durable medical equipment suppliers, in order to facilitate quality care for patients.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
LVN Charge Nurse
Infinity Residential Care INC.
Hawthorne, CA
12.2022 - 11.2023
Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
Documented and collected vital signs to track patient conditions.
Monitored patients with incontinence issues, both after procedures and in recovery from trauma, installing catheters and monitoring bedpans to keep patients safe and comfortable.
Developed individual care plans to meet patient needs and achieve treatment goals.
Home Health LVN
Universal Home Health
Beverly Hills, CA
03.2019 - 03.2022
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate.
Collaborated with physicians to coordinate patient care plan and provide ongoing education to patients regarding disease process, treatment options, and lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Administer medication via GT, Tracheotomy care, suctioning via trach.
Participated in team meetings regularly in order to discuss current cases and patients.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice/ Homeland Security
Southern New Hampshire University
2500 NORTH RIVER ROAD MANCHESTER, NH
06-2013
Nursing
Casa Loma College
Van Nuys, CA
10-2003
Bachelor of Arts - ENGLISH AND LITRARY STUDIES
Ambrose Alli University
NIGERIA
06-1988
Skills
POET, SHORT STORY WRITER, AUTHOR
SPANISH, GERMAN, ENGLISH SPEAKING
COMPUTER LITERATE
Languages
Spanish
Limited
German
Professional
Certification
LVN License
BA
Accomplishments
Poems Published in Poetry Anthology of Poetrysoup(2022)
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Infinity Residential Care INC.
12.2022 - 11.2023
Home Health LVN
Universal Home Health
03.2019 - 03.2022
Home Health LVN
Vantage Home Health Care Services
07.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Criminal Justice/ Homeland Security
Southern New Hampshire University
Nursing
Casa Loma College
Bachelor of Arts - ENGLISH AND LITRARY STUDIES
Ambrose Alli University
LVN License
BA
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