Jennifer Patino
Newark,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in delivering patient-focused care and maintaining a safe and efficient healthcare environment. Skilled in monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote patient well-being. Demonstrated ability to improve processes in fast-paced settings, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction and workflow efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Wound Care Nurse
University Hospital.
Newark, NJ
10.2024 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound care including topical ointments, creams and oral antibiotics.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient's plan of care for optimum outcomes.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.
- Applied advanced wound dressings and managed wound vacuums to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Certified Medical Assistant
Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan NJ
Newark, NJ
08.2019 - 09.2024
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Collected urine samples from patients For pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted physicians with IUD and implant insertions.
Medical Assistant
Foot and Ankle Specialist on NJ
Newark , NJ
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filling paperwork.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician,
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, and prescriptions.
- Educated patients about medication, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Eastwick College
Hackensack, NJ04-2024
Certified Medical Assistant -
Eastwick College
Nutley, NJ07-2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Healthcare collaboration
- Treatment planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient safety
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
LPN Wound Care Nurse
University Hospital.
10.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan NJ
08.2019 - 09.2024
Medical Assistant
Foot and Ankle Specialist on NJ
05.2017 - 08.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Eastwick College
Certified Medical Assistant -
Eastwick College
Similar Profiles
YAHYA ABDULLAH HASSAN OTAIFYAHYA ABDULLAH HASSAN OTAIF
Audiologist at King Khalid University Hospital & King Abdul-Aziz University HospitalAudiologist at King Khalid University Hospital & King Abdul-Aziz University Hospital
JUSTEENE JOHNSONJUSTEENE JOHNSON
Student Internship/Training at University Hospital of the West Indies; Kingston Public Hospital (KPH); Bustamante Hospital for Children; Bellevue Hospital; Victoria Jubilee Hospital; National Chest HospitalStudent Internship/Training at University Hospital of the West Indies; Kingston Public Hospital (KPH); Bustamante Hospital for Children; Bellevue Hospital; Victoria Jubilee Hospital; National Chest Hospital
Cristina JuhaszCristina Juhasz
Medical Assistant at University Hospital - University Health SystemMedical Assistant at University Hospital - University Health System
James WashingtonJames Washington
Forklift Operator at PIM BrandsForklift Operator at PIM Brands
Boluwatife OjeladeBoluwatife Ojelade
Social Service Coordinator at Brookside Apartment HomesSocial Service Coordinator at Brookside Apartment Homes