Kerin Franco LVN
San Angelo
Summary
At La Esperanza Clinic, I leveraged my expertise in immunization administration and compassionate care to enhance patient satisfaction and immunization adherence rates. My collaborative efforts with multidisciplinary teams and continuous professional development underscored my commitment to excellence in pediatric nursing, significantly improving patient outcomes and fostering a supportive healthcare environment.
Developed critical nursing skills in fast-paced pediatric healthcare environment. Demonstrates strengths in patient care, communication, and teamwork, seeking to leverage these abilities in new professional challenge. Looking to transition into new field, using transferrable skills to contribute effectively in different environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Staff Nurse
La Esperanza Clinic
01.2023 - Current
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Served as an advocate for pediatric patients, addressing concerns and facilitating communication between medical staff, families, and other healthcare providers.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through continuing education courses, maintaining expertise in current trends within pediatric nursing practice.
- Increased adherence rates to immunization schedules within the clinic''s population via targeted outreach efforts.
- Supported timely interventions for critically ill or injured children through accurate identification of symptoms requiring immediate attention from medical personnel.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, high-quality nursing care to pediatric patients and their families.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Established a positive rapport with patients, families, and colleagues to foster a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Streamlined documentation processes with the use of electronic health record systems, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy of patient records.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in daily care routines.
- Developed age-appropriate coping strategies aimed at reducing anxiety in both patients and their families during hospitalizations.
- Mentored new nurses in the pediatric unit, sharing best practices and fostering professional growth among peers.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, ensuring the safety and well-being of pediatric patients.
- Promoted preventive measures for common childhood illnesses through educational initiatives targeting both parents and children alike.
- Thrived in high volume atmosphere providing care ranging from wellness visits to illnesses, injuries, and life-threatening conditions.
- Trained family members in how to care for patients and manage individual conditions.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures by effectively preparing necessary equipment and supplies while ensuring child''s comfort throughout process.
- Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.
- Asked parents pre-determined questions based on age of child.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Educated social workers and child welfare personnel on complex health issues, providing valuable insight into pediatric patients' conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
San Angelo, TX05-2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Howard Community College
San Angelo, TX05-2024
Registered Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Howard Community College
San Angelo, TX05-2020
Skills
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Room preparation
- Chart updating
- Growth and development monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Direct patient care
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative problem solving
- Decision-making
- Patient and family advocacy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring vital signs
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Physical assessment
- Vitals monitoring
- Clear patient communication
- Safety protocols
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Medication administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pediatric Staff Nurse
La Esperanza Clinic
01.2023 - Current
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Howard Community College
Registered Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Howard Community College
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