Larissa Garcia
Richmond,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse with strong skills in medication administration, wound care, and pediatric care. Committed to ensuring patient safety and promoting effective collaboration within healthcare teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
Houston
02.2012 - Current
- Executed comprehensive start-of-shift assessments to ensure operational readiness.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to supervising nurse or physician, promoting early intervention for potential health issues.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by pediatricians, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff within the clinic settings.
- Served as a preceptor for new hires, guiding them through orientation processes while helping them acclimate into their roles as pediatric LPNs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living
Licensed Practical Nurse
VNA Home Health
El Paso, TX
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing team.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication usage.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monarca Pediatric Home Health
San Antonio, TX
04.2011 - 03.2012
Education
LPN - Nursing
Jefferson -Lewis Boces
Watertown, NY01-2011
Skills
- Medication admin
- Wound care
- GB care, change, and feedings
- seizure monitoring / VNS use
- wound care
- In and out cath
- CVAD monitoring, care, and TPN
- Trach care, and change
- CPAP, BPAP, VOCSN
- Orthopedic devices /Adaptive devices
- Nebulizer treatments/ CPT manual /vest
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
VNA Home Health
04.2012 - 02.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
02.2012 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monarca Pediatric Home Health
04.2011 - 03.2012
LPN - Nursing
Jefferson -Lewis Boces