John Benavides
Lamont,CA
Summary
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 environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Clinica Sierra Vista
05.2014 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by accurately administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Supervising 8-12 medical assistants at any given time during work hours.
- Assisted with creating and submitting assigned work schedules for medical assistance.
- Provided exceptional patient education, promoting adherence to prescribed treatment plans and prevention measures.
- Increased staff efficiency through effective delegation of tasks and proper utilization of resources.
- Expedited triage process by accurately assessing patients'' needs upon arrival and prioritizing appropriately.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, procedures, and treatments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered immunizations as needed for disease prevention in accordance with established guidelines.
- Maintained and monitored vaccination temperatures and guidelines for VFC/317 program.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning processes by coordinating follow-up appointments, referrals, prescriptions, and educational materials for patients transitioning out of clinical care settings.
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical skills and knowledge by consistently updating personal education through participation in relevant workshops, seminars, and training sessions when available.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Verified work of subordinates against quality guidelines.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and student nurses when able.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough supervision and guidance to nursing staff.
- Enhanced staff proficiency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations yearly.
- Ensured consistent adherence to regulatory requirements and facility policies, maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings quarterly to refine overall care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
- Addressed any personnel issues swiftly yet compassionately, upholding a positive work culture that promoted mutual respect among colleagues.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and assisted with their medical concerns.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12.2013
Skills
- Treatment Plan Implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient Education
- Workflow Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Immunization Administration
- Patient Testing
- Epic Systems
- IV Certified
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Clinica Sierra Vista
05.2014 - Current
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Bakersfield College
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