Jocelyn Cardenas
Killeen,TX
Summary
Texas-licensed vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Demonstrated competency in directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information, and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization, and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and LTC environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN PRN
Baylor Scott & White Health
Temple, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
Wound Care Nurse
Indian Oaks Living Center
Harker Heights, TX
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Maximized staff productivity by organizing schedules according to skill mix, workload distribution, and staffing levels requirements.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LVN Floor Nurse Internal Medicine
Baylor Scott & White Health
Temple, TX
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LVN Floor Nurse Urgent Care
Baylor Scott & White Health
Belton, TX
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Reported health status concerns to senior nursing staff and clinicians for review.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LVN Charge Nurse
Indian Oaks Living Center
Harker Heights, TX
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Maximized staff productivity by organizing schedules according to skill mix, workload distribution, and staffing levels requirements.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
Education
VOHORA
12.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Central Texas College Nursing
Killeen, TX12.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant -
CB Nursing School
Killeen, TX10.2010
High School Diploma -
C.E Ellison High School
Killeen, TX05.2009
Skills
- Excellent leadership abilities
- Quick learner
- Computer proficient
- Critical thinker
- Great with patients and families
- Excellent communication skills
- Takes directions well
- Responsible and Dependable
- CPR/AED
- Care Planning and Modifications
References
- Agnieszka Szczepanska, PA-C, Baylor Scott and White CDM, 956-343-6651
- Debra Gaylen, RN DON, Rosewood Living Center, 254-718-9727
- Bianca Green, BSN, Baylor Scott and White Reward Staffing, 956-624-3664
Timeline
LVN PRN
Baylor Scott & White Health
12.2022 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
Indian Oaks Living Center
06.2021 - 12.2022
LVN Floor Nurse Internal Medicine
Baylor Scott & White Health
02.2020 - 06.2021
LVN Floor Nurse Urgent Care
Baylor Scott & White Health
09.2017 - 02.2020
LVN Charge Nurse
Indian Oaks Living Center
01.2016 - 09.2017
VOHORA
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Central Texas College Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant -
CB Nursing School
High School Diploma -
C.E Ellison High School