Laura Cuenca
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Vocational Nurse and Team Leader with a proven track record at Oral Surgery of Alamo Ranch. Expert in medication administration and patient education, fostering recovery through effective communication. Successfully enhanced team versatility and morale, while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and optimizing patient care outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse/Team Leader Manager
Oral Surgery of Alamo Ranch
02.2009 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, monitored patients during anesthesia and maintain sterile environments to support operations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, promptly reporting concerns to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Educated patients on pre and post-operative care, enhancing recovery outcomes through effective communication and guidance.
- Facilitated cross-training opportunities among team members, creating a more versatile and resilient workforce capable of handling unforeseen challenges.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Supervisor of Automated Collections
South Texas Blood & Tissue Center
10.2004 - 09.2008
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for blood collection and processing protocols.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency in blood donation procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling of staff to optimize resource allocation during peak donation events.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective contracts, resulting in significant budget savings.
Assistant Director of Donor Recruitment
South Texas Blood & Tissue Center
10.2002 - 06.2004
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance blood donation processes and increase donor engagement.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff on regulatory compliance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operational workflows and improve efficiency.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement and optimize resource allocation.
- Managed budget planning and financial forecasting to align with organizational goals and sustainability efforts.
- Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on project management and leadership development opportunities.
- Planned and executed successful special events, such as college fairs, large media events, community drives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highlands High School
San Antonio, TXCertificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
St Philips College
San Antonio, TxSkills
- Medication administration
- Geriatric care
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Patient triaging
Certification
BLS Certification
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Texas
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse/Team Leader Manager
Oral Surgery of Alamo Ranch
02.2009 - Current
Supervisor of Automated Collections
South Texas Blood & Tissue Center
10.2004 - 09.2008
Assistant Director of Donor Recruitment
South Texas Blood & Tissue Center
10.2002 - 06.2004
High School Diploma -
Highlands High School
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
St Philips College