Keyona Contreras
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Fresno,CA
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
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Crestwood Behavorial Health
12.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered controlled medications, routine, PRN medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Coordinated patient admission's and discharges to other facilities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Enhanced patient recovery through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Mental Health Worker
Community Behavioral Health Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted initial intake interviews and assessments, providing valuable information for the creation of personalized treatment plans.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Advocated for patient rights and well-being by addressing concerns with appropriate supervisory staff, ensuring that all patients received quality care.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Educated clients and families about mental health issues, treatments and resources.
- Provided case management services to monitor client access to resources and services.
Education
Certification - License Vocational Nursing
Institute of Technology
Clovis, CA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sanger High School
Sanger, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Adaptability
Behavioral assessment
Patient triaging
Maintaining nutrition
Breathing Treatments
Medication Administration
Goal Setting
Problem-solving aptitude
Teamwork and Collaboration
Self Motivation
HIPAA Compliance
Physiology Understanding
Documentation accuracy
Time Management
CPR/AED
Diabetes management
Patient Education
Infection Control
Critical Thinking
Staff Supervision
Vital signs
ICD-10
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Treatment plan implementation
Certification
ProAct Certified
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Crestwood Behavorial Health
12.2022 - Current
ProAct Certified
12-2022
CPR/BLS
12-2022
Mental Health Worker
Community Behavioral Health Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
Certification - License Vocational Nursing
Institute of Technology
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sanger High School
05.2001 -