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Laura Chavez

Aurora,CO

Summary

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with 4 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, including long-term care, acute care, detox, and mental health. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) through a BSN program, with an expected graduation in June 2025. Eager to expand clinical skills and contribute as a Registered Nurse.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Colorado Addiction Services
10.2023 - Current
  • Patient Monitoring and Assessment
  • Administer Medications
  • Provide Emotional and Psychological Support
  • Collaborate with Medical and Treatment Teams
  • Patient Education
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Ensure Patient Safety

Licensed Practical Nurse

All American Healthcare
06.2022 - 01.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Post-Acute Medical
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Fresno County JJC
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Completed thorough intake assessments on newly admitted inmates, identifying urgent medical needs and initiating prompt interventions.
  • Contributed to the successful rehabilitation of inmates by addressing underlying health issues that could impact their ability to reintegrate into society post release.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely distribution to patients.
  • Reduced health risks within the correctional facility through diligent infection control practices and thorough patient education.
  • Offered compassionate care to all individuals regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances, upholding ethical nursing standards at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Concorde Career College
Aurora, CO
06.2025

Associate Degree in Nursing - LPN

San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA
11.2020

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Physical assessment
  • Patient care
  • Infection control
  • Bilingual- Spanish

Student Clinical experience

  • Leadership – Sloan’s Lake Rehabilitation – Denver, CO | February-March 2025
  • Mental Health - Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan- Denver, CO | December 2024
  • Labor & Delivery, Postpartum and Newborn Care – Rose Medical Center – Denver, CO | November 2024
  • Medical-Surgical Care – St. Anthony North Lakewood – Lakewood, CO | July - August 2024
  • Medical-Surgical Care – Parker Post Acute – Aurora, CO | May – June 2024

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Intravenous Therapy Certification

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Colorado Addiction Services
10.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Post-Acute Medical
07.2023 - 10.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

All American Healthcare
06.2022 - 01.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Fresno County JJC
02.2021 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Concorde Career College

Associate Degree in Nursing - LPN

San Joaquin Valley College

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