Judy Gilbert
Pharr,TX
Summary
18-year Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with a passion for compassionate patient advocacy and meticulous documentation. Adept at leveraging strong clinical knowledge to efficiently manage complex prior authorizations and provide clear, empathetic remote patient education. Proven commitment to maintaining the highest standards of HIPAA compliance and data integrity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Remote
Centene
Pharr, Texas
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans with interdisciplinary team members.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
LVN Remote
CVS/caremark
Pharr, Texas
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans with interdisciplinary team members.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Ageless Living Home Health
Edinburg, TX
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed care plans and managed cases, connecting patients with community resources.
- Provided care for pediatric patients with disabilities, including g-tube care, autism support, tracheostomy/ventilator dependency, and osteopathic care.
- Performed wound care procedures and collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Managed appointments, provided resources, conducted patient assessments, and documented progress.
- A notable case involved an 11-year-old male patient, with whom I engaged in educational activities like reading and phonics games, taught oral hygiene practices, and administered nutrition via Mickey or G-tube.
- Additionally, I facilitated physical activity through walks, enhancing the patient's overall experience.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
El Rancho Grande
Pharr, TX
12.2018 - 06.2022
- Provided comprehensive patient care, including physical therapy guidance and medication administration.
- Verified insurance for long-term and geriatric patients.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments and maintained thorough documentation.
- Managed patient care by scheduling appointments and coordinating community referrals.
- Developed personalized care plans and connected patients with essential community resources.
- Oversaw a caseload of 126 patients.
LVN
Alegre Home Care
McAllen, TX
04.2016 - 11.2018
- At a home healthcare agency, I delivered personalized care to clients in their homes, focusing on daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, and medication management.
- Offered companionship and emotional support to isolated clients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure clients received appropriate medical care.
- My work significantly impacted clients' lives and fostered strong relationships with them and their families.
- Cared for middle-aged to geriatric patients, performing wound care, ostomy care, diabetic care, and insulin administration.
- Educated patients about their conditions and care.
- Verified insurance, conducted patient assessments and documentation, managed care by scheduling appointments, making referrals, and creating care plans to connect patients with community resources.
- Handled patient assessments and documentation throughout my tenure.
LVN
Sava Senior Care
Edinburg, TX
05.2015 - 08.2015
- As an LVN Charge Nurse, I provided comprehensive nursing care to geriatric residents, facilitating daily living activities such as nutrition, hygiene, and personal grooming.
- Conducted health assessments, administered medications, and engaged residents in therapeutic activities to promote well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and maintain a secure clinical environment.
- Gained proficiency in patient care management, effective communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration while overseeing a caseload of 16 patients daily, including bedridden, ambulatory, hypertensive, diabetic, and orthopedic patients.
- Developed personalized care plans, executed intravenous therapy, performed clinical evaluations, and managed patient cases.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Valencia, CA
08.2008 - 09.2013
- Worked in multidisciplinary roles across various departments, including the Emergency Department, ICU, and Surgical Unit, providing comprehensive support to medical staff in patient care and administrative functions.
- Developed advanced communication and collaborative skills through direct interaction with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals.
- Focused on delivering empathetic and patient-centered care to individuals and their families during critical periods.
- Conducted patient assessments, maintained meticulous documentation, developed individualized care plans, and provided care to orthopedic, pre- and post-operative, trauma, and medical-surgical patients.
- Managed a daily caseload of 16 patients, facilitating case management by coordinating referral services within the community.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and dietitians, to optimize patient outcomes.
- Coordinated patient discharge processes, ensuring seamless transitions from hospital to home care.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Careercare Institute
Skills
- Managed care
- Case management
- Patient care management
- Healthcare coordination
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Patient advocacy
- Health education
- Care coordination
- Collaboration
- Nursing
- Triage
- EMR systems
- Critical care
- Home care
- Hospice care
- Supervising
- Catheterization
- Medical office operations
- Medical terminology
- MDS
- Working with disabled patients
- Working with geriatric patients
- Compassionate care
- Patient-centered approach
Accomplishments
- Led a team to implement a new care protocol, improving outcomes and reducing hospital stays by 15%.
- Mentored new nurses and conducted workshops on best practices.
- Involvement in community health programs has promoted preventive care.
- Adapted to new technologies.
Personal Information
Timeline
LVN Remote
Centene
05.2025 - 06.2025
LVN Remote
CVS/caremark
04.2025 - 05.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Ageless Living Home Health
12.2023 - 04.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
El Rancho Grande
12.2018 - 06.2022
LVN
Alegre Home Care
04.2016 - 11.2018
LVN
Sava Senior Care
05.2015 - 08.2015
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
08.2008 - 09.2013
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Careercare Institute
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