Jennifer Acevedo
Ft. Pierce,FL
Summary
Cares for patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and patient care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Palm City Nursing and Rehabilitation
Stuart, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Medical Assistant
Stuart Cardiology
Stuart, FL
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Education
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southeastern College
Palm Beach, FL12-2023
Associate of Science - Business Admisitration
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO05-2018
Skills
- Family Communication
- Samples collection
- Clinical Documentation
- Inpatient Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Diabetes management
- Caring for wounds
- Counting narcotics
- Patient Management
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Catheter Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medication Administration
- Educating families
Accomplishments
- Florence Nightingale Award
- 3.41 GPA
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- License Practical Nurse
- BLS Certification by American Heart Association
- IV Therapy Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Palm City Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Stuart Cardiology
11.2023 - 05.2024
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southeastern College
Associate of Science - Business Admisitration
Colorado Technical University
- License Practical Nurse
- BLS Certification by American Heart Association
- IV Therapy Certification
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