Izamar Nava
Laredo,Texas
Summary
Care for geriatrics and pediatric patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in TX and diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Sunshine Nursing And Therapy Services
LAREDO, Texas
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Worked with RN to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing.
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LVN
St Judes Home Health
Laredo, TX
09.2011 - 11.2012
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked with RN to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
LVN
Retama Manor South
LAREDO, Texas
10.2010 - 07.2011
- Worked with RN to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Laredo College
Laredo, TX05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - LVN
Laredo College
Laredo, TexasSkills
- MS Office
- Equipment Operation
- Team building
- Wound care
- IV certified
- PICC line certification (care of and medication administration)
Timeline
LVN
Sunshine Nursing And Therapy Services
07.2014 - 06.2017
LVN
St Judes Home Health
09.2011 - 11.2012
LVN
Retama Manor South
10.2010 - 07.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Laredo College
Some College (No Degree) - LVN
Laredo College
Similar Profiles
Audrey A. ArzuagaAudrey A. Arzuaga
Registered Behavioral Technician at Sunshine ABA Therapy Services LLCRegistered Behavioral Technician at Sunshine ABA Therapy Services LLC
Shelby RumfieldShelby Rumfield
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Sunshine Therapy ServicesCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Sunshine Therapy Services
Cindy ValdezCindy Valdez
Family Liaison and Community Outreach Coordinator at NTSOC-Nursing & Therapy Services Of ColoradoFamily Liaison and Community Outreach Coordinator at NTSOC-Nursing & Therapy Services Of Colorado