Licensed Practical Nurse with 20 years of experience delivering high-quality patient care across diverse clinical environments. Expertise in medication administration, nursing procedures, and patient education enhances overall healthcare outcomes. Strong communication and organizational skills foster effective teamwork and collaboration. Seeking a full-time remote LPN position to utilize extensive nursing knowledge in a patient-focused setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
<ul><li>Interpreting between Limited English Patients and hospital staff with high level of accuracy on areas such as, Trauma, ED, ICU, Palliative Care, and Case Management</li><li>Serving as a bridge, advocate and cultural broker for patients</li><li>Collaborating with fellow interpreters to handle large volume of calls</li></ul>
Gulf Coast Medical Center
Fort Myers
06.2024 - Current
Interpreting between Limited English Patients and hospital staff with high level of accuracy on areas such as, Trauma, ED, ICU, Palliative Care, and Case Management
Serving as a bridge, advocate and cultural broker for patients
Collaborating with fellow interpreters to handle large volume of calls
<ul><li>Awarded with Ambulatory Nursing Excellence in 2023 by Lee Health</li><li>Providing direct clinical care to clinic patients, such as, administering intramuscularly injections, dressing acute or chronic wounds, and performing straight urethral catheterization</li><li>Managing the care of up 40 patients on IV antibiotics, requiring considerable coordination</li><li>Triaging phone calls from patients and solving issues in a timely manner</li><li>Requesting Prior Authorization with insurance companies</li></ul>
Infectious Diseases- HealthPark Hospital
Fort Myers
09.2021 - 05.2024
Awarded with Ambulatory Nursing Excellence in 2023 by Lee Health
Providing direct clinical care to clinic patients, such as, administering intramuscularly injections, dressing acute or chronic wounds, and performing straight urethral catheterization
Managing the care of up 40 patients on IV antibiotics, requiring considerable coordination
Triaging phone calls from patients and solving issues in a timely manner
Requesting Prior Authorization with insurance companies
<ul><li>Assessing students suspect for COVID-19 signs and symptoms at Broward County public elementary schools and implementing isolation protocols per district's guidelines</li><li>Reporting to Broward County Health Department students that have tested positive</li><li>Maintaining strict infection control measures and universal precautions</li></ul>
Integrity Health Services
Sunrise
01.2021 - 07.2021
Assessing students suspect for COVID-19 signs and symptoms at Broward County public elementary schools and implementing isolation protocols per district's guidelines
Reporting to Broward County Health Department students that have tested positive
Maintaining strict infection control measures and universal precautions
<ul><li>Medication administration</li><li>Monitoring overall health status, and maintaining safety for all patients, including those with Dementia/Alzheimer</li><li>Coordinating with pharmacy, laboratory and imaging companies to ensure utmost</li><li>Supervising Med Techs, CNAs duties</li></ul>
Victoria Villa, ALF
Davie
01.2019 - 01.2020
Medication administration
Monitoring overall health status, and maintaining safety for all patients, including those with Dementia/Alzheimer
Coordinating with pharmacy, laboratory and imaging companies to ensure utmost
Supervising Med Techs, CNAs duties
Education
Practical Nurse -
Miami, FL
Miami, FL
High School -
Miami, FL
Miami, FL
Skills
Basic computer proficiency
Electronic medical records knowledge
BLS CPR certification
Basic computer proficiency
Electronic medical records knowledge
BLS CPR certification
References
References available upon request
Timeline
<ul><li>Interpreting between Limited English Patients and hospital staff with high level of accuracy on areas such as, Trauma, ED, ICU, Palliative Care, and Case Management</li><li>Serving as a bridge, advocate and cultural broker for patients</li><li>Collaborating with fellow interpreters to handle large volume of calls</li></ul>
Gulf Coast Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
<ul><li>Awarded with Ambulatory Nursing Excellence in 2023 by Lee Health</li><li>Providing direct clinical care to clinic patients, such as, administering intramuscularly injections, dressing acute or chronic wounds, and performing straight urethral catheterization</li><li>Managing the care of up 40 patients on IV antibiotics, requiring considerable coordination</li><li>Triaging phone calls from patients and solving issues in a timely manner</li><li>Requesting Prior Authorization with insurance companies</li></ul>
Infectious Diseases- HealthPark Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2024
<ul><li>Assessing students suspect for COVID-19 signs and symptoms at Broward County public elementary schools and implementing isolation protocols per district's guidelines</li><li>Reporting to Broward County Health Department students that have tested positive</li><li>Maintaining strict infection control measures and universal precautions</li></ul>
Integrity Health Services
01.2021 - 07.2021
<ul><li>Medication administration</li><li>Monitoring overall health status, and maintaining safety for all patients, including those with Dementia/Alzheimer</li><li>Coordinating with pharmacy, laboratory and imaging companies to ensure utmost</li><li>Supervising Med Techs, CNAs duties</li></ul>
<ul>
<li>Hours per week: 40.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervise and coordinate daily administrative workflows for a team of 15 employees, ensuring timely task execution, adherence to protocols, and consistent performance monitoring.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation related to property intake, detainee processing, transportation, and deportation; verify and audit files to ensure regulatory compliance, and data integrity.</li>
<li>Execute high-volume data entry (up to 8 hours per day), including the entry of case notes, customs documentation, custody logs, and internal reports into secure federal databases.</li>
<li>Develop, review, and edit administrative reports and forms for internal use and government audits; ensure completeness, accuracy, and policy alignment.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison between facility staff, supervisors, and stakeholders; facilitate clear, professional communication, and documentation flow across departments.</li>
<li>Identified discrepancies in data entries and corrected them accordingly.</li>
<li>Oversee inventory control processes, including the secure receipt, tracking, and storage of personal property, using standardized procedures and government tracking systems.</li>
<li>Conduct routine audits and quality control reviews to ensure that administrative practices meet federal operational standards.</li>
<li>Apply sound judgment to evaluate options, solve problems, and make informed recommendations on administrative and operational matters, contributing to efficient workflow management, and compliance with agency standards.</li>
<li>Assist in developing and revising privacy and security policies concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII); identify potential compliance risks, and recommend solutions.</li>
<li>Coordinate logistics for detainee transportation to court and medical appointments, manage schedules, and track movement through detailed administrative planning.</li>
<li>Conduct roll calls, and ensure accountability through diligent documentation, system updates, and status reporting.</li>
</ul>
<p>Supervisor: Scott Jackson (949) 456-2706.</p>
<p>Permission to contact: Yes.</p> at ProTech USA LLC, Government Contracting<ul>
<li>Hours per week: 40.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervise and coordinate daily administrative workflows for a team of 15 employees, ensuring timely task execution, adherence to protocols, and consistent performance monitoring.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation related to property intake, detainee processing, transportation, and deportation; verify and audit files to ensure regulatory compliance, and data integrity.</li>
<li>Execute high-volume data entry (up to 8 hours per day), including the entry of case notes, customs documentation, custody logs, and internal reports into secure federal databases.</li>
<li>Develop, review, and edit administrative reports and forms for internal use and government audits; ensure completeness, accuracy, and policy alignment.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison between facility staff, supervisors, and stakeholders; facilitate clear, professional communication, and documentation flow across departments.</li>
<li>Identified discrepancies in data entries and corrected them accordingly.</li>
<li>Oversee inventory control processes, including the secure receipt, tracking, and storage of personal property, using standardized procedures and government tracking systems.</li>
<li>Conduct routine audits and quality control reviews to ensure that administrative practices meet federal operational standards.</li>
<li>Apply sound judgment to evaluate options, solve problems, and make informed recommendations on administrative and operational matters, contributing to efficient workflow management, and compliance with agency standards.</li>
<li>Assist in developing and revising privacy and security policies concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII); identify potential compliance risks, and recommend solutions.</li>
<li>Coordinate logistics for detainee transportation to court and medical appointments, manage schedules, and track movement through detailed administrative planning.</li>
<li>Conduct roll calls, and ensure accountability through diligent documentation, system updates, and status reporting.</li>
</ul>
<p>Supervisor: Scott Jackson (949) 456-2706.</p>
<p>Permission to contact: Yes.</p> at ProTech USA LLC, Government Contracting
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient.
Responses in electronic medical records.
Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions. at AdventHealthEducated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient.
Responses in electronic medical records.
Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions. at AdventHealth
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<ul><li>Provide administrative and logistical support for two large-scale home visitation programs, collaborating with internal departments and 22 external partner sites.</li><li>Maintain and process data reports used for program funding, eligibility verification, and compliance with county requirements.</li><li>Track and manage client referrals using internal databases, developing tools to improve workflow, accuracy, and reporting.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison between program staff, subcontractors, and data/research teams, supporting improvements in systems and documentation.</li><li>Support onboarding of new staff, prepare materials, and assist in maintaining accurate records and eligibility tracking.</li><li>Respond to public inquiries on home visiting programs, offering culturally responsive information and referrals to community services.</li></ul> at LA Department of Public Health<ul><li>Provide administrative and logistical support for two large-scale home visitation programs, collaborating with internal departments and 22 external partner sites.</li><li>Maintain and process data reports used for program funding, eligibility verification, and compliance with county requirements.</li><li>Track and manage client referrals using internal databases, developing tools to improve workflow, accuracy, and reporting.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison between program staff, subcontractors, and data/research teams, supporting improvements in systems and documentation.</li><li>Support onboarding of new staff, prepare materials, and assist in maintaining accurate records and eligibility tracking.</li><li>Respond to public inquiries on home visiting programs, offering culturally responsive information and referrals to community services.</li></ul> at LA Department of Public Health