Karen Ibarra
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Pediatric nurse with extensive expertise in pediatric home health, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring. Proven track record in maintaining infection control and delivering safe, effective patient care. Strong ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
San Martin Home Health
Brownsville, Texas
08.2005 - Current
- Provided direct care to pediatric patients with chronic health conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient status in electronic health records.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for the patient by following infection control protocols.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Private Duty LVN
All About Kids Home Health
Brownsville , TX
12.2010 - 02.2018
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for patient safety.
- Educated families on health management and daily living skills.
- Documented patient progress and communicated updates to healthcare providers.
- Utilized medical equipment for monitoring and treatment of patients.
- Monitored changes in patient status and reported any abnormalities to supervisor or physician.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered including medications, dosages, times administered .
- Performed wound care, monitored catheters and recorded food and fluid intake.
LVN Floor Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville
Brownsville, Texas
08.2002 - 11.2005
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatment responses per facility policy.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and home care instructions.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient safety and care.
- Participated in discharge planning activities for assigned patients to facilitate smooth transitions.
- Assisted in patient assessments, thoroughly documenting health conditions and concerns.
- Cultivated positive relationships with co-workers through effective communication strategies.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for mothers and infants.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
UTB/TSC
Brownsville, TX05-2002
Skills
- Wound care
- G-tube and GJ tube
- zevex fdg pump/kangaroo fdg pump
- Home ventilator portable machine
- Tracheostomy tube
- CPT and vest machine
- Medication administration
- Pediatric health assessment
- Infection control measures
- Vital signs monitoring
- IV medication administration
- PICC line maintenance
- Monitor vital signs
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
American Sign Language
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Duty LVN
All About Kids Home Health
12.2010 - 02.2018
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
San Martin Home Health
08.2005 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville
08.2002 - 11.2005
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
UTB/TSC