Joy Arreola
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Clarendale of Chandler
05.2023 - Current
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Brookdale Assisted Living
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Participated in interdisciplinary conferences, sharing clinical insights and collaborating on strategies for complex case management.
- Facilitated timely access to appropriate healthcare services by assessing patient needs and coordinating referrals to specialists.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and coordination of post-acute care services.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical interventions, ensuring accurate records for continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
- Championed patient advocacy, ensuring that the unique needs and preferences of each individual were respected and addressed throughout the care process.
- Educated patients on disease management strategies, enabling them to make informed choices about their health and wellbeing.
Floor LPN
Clarendale of Chandler
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Correctional Nurse
Maricopa County
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Served as a mentor and preceptor to new nursing staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the specialized field of correctional nursing.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized work environment in accordance with established protocols.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
EVIT
Mesa, AZ12.2016
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Health Promotion
Compassionate Care
Nursing Ethics
Medical Documentation
Catheter Care
Respiratory Care
End of life care
Timeline
LPN
Clarendale of Chandler
05.2023 - Current
Clinical Care Coordinator
Brookdale Assisted Living
11.2021 - 04.2023
Floor LPN
Clarendale of Chandler
10.2019 - 01.2023
Correctional Nurse
Maricopa County
07.2017 - 09.2019
No Degree - Practical Nursing
EVIT
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