JOELANDA M. L. VEGA
Hamden,CT
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse skilled in delivering patient-focused care and ensuring a safe healthcare environment. Expertise includes monitoring conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Proven capability to enhance processes in fast-paced settings, resulting in improved patient satisfaction and workflow efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Allshifts Staffing Agency
09.2024 - Current
- Responsibilities:
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Coordinated patient care by communicating effectively with clinicians and health team members.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, supporting continuity of care.
- Delegated responsibilities to CNA staff, enhancing patient care delivery.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornell Scott Hill Healthcare
New Haven, Connecticut
05.2025 - 06.2026
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with nurses to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care.
- Documented patient interactions and maintained accurate medical records.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control practices.
- Observed changes in the patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN
Montowese Health & Rehabilitation Center
01.2005 - 06.2024
- Medication Administration (including IV's, narcotics, CAPD)
- Supervised nursing staff and patient care activities on the unit.
- Administered wound care treatments and monitored healing progress.
- Delegated tasks to nursing staff and CNAs.
- Assisted healthcare teams in providing compassionate patient care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on procedures and best practices.
- Provided support during medical procedures to enhance patient comfort.
- 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 test results.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Responded immediately to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
LPN
The Landing
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Administered medications to patients
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Assessed patient complaints and implemented appropriate interventions to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
- Reporting change in condition of residents
- Delegated tasks to CNA staff to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated with family members of residents to provide updates and support care decisions.
LPN
Regency House
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Administered medication and monitored patient vital signs daily.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
Education
LPN Program - Nursing
New England Technical Institute
Hamden, CT01-2005
Associate's Degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT01-2001
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient assessment
- Infection control compliance
- Emergency response
- Patient education
- Educating families
- Documenting incidents
- Medication reconciliation
- Preoperative care
- Direct patient care
- Wound assessment
- Compassionate care
- Pain management
- Palliative care
- Inpatient care
- Rehabilitation techniques
- End-of-life care
- Tuberculosis testing
- Immunization administration
- Patient safety protocols
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health support
- Behavioral assessment
- Multi-tasking
- Family communication
- Problem solving
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Wound Vac Certified
- CAPD Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornell Scott Hill Healthcare
05.2025 - 06.2026
LPN
Allshifts Staffing Agency
09.2024 - Current
LPN
The Landing
12.2021 - 08.2023
LPN
Regency House
10.2015 - 07.2017
LPN
Montowese Health & Rehabilitation Center
01.2005 - 06.2024
LPN Program - Nursing
New England Technical Institute
Associate's Degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Gateway Community College