Laura Galindo
Laredo,Texas
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 12 + years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Border Region Behavioral Health Center- CAPS
Laredo, TX
12.2017 - 03.2022
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic mental health conditions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising Psychiatrist.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on clinic policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Administered medications and injections to patients as needed during mental health crisis.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse
Corrections Corporation Of America
Laredo, TX
02.2014 - 11.2017
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Center Home For Hispanic Elderly
Chicago, IL
05.2011 - 09.2013
- 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.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Center Home For Hispanic Elderly
Chicago, IL
11.2007 - 05.2011
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of 35 + residents under long-term care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX08.2022
License Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL05-2011
Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program -
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL11.2007
Certificate in Computer Information Systems - CIS Basic Skills
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX12.2006
Skills
- Charting and Recording
- Behavioral Assessment
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Documentation
- Update Electronic Charts
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Nursing Process
- Tracheotomy Tubes
- Regulatory Requirements
- Pressure Wound Treatment
- Medication Administration
- Pneumonia Vaccinations
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- HIPAA Guideline Adherence
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Infection Control
- Monitor IV Fluids
- Counting Narcotics
- Care Planning
- Case Management
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Quality Assessments
- Chronic Disease Management
- Sterilize Equipment
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
- Medical Office Administration
- EMR Systems
- Treatment Outcome Monitoring
- Documenting Intake
- Patient Triaging
- Medication Dispensing
- IV Insertion
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Immunization Administration
- Medical History Documenting
- Tracheostomy Care
- Documenting Vital Signs
- Task Delegation
- HIPAA Protocols
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Assessments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Educating Families
- Medical Examination
- EKG Administration
- Aseptic Techniques
- Caregiving Skills
- Administrative Support
- Seizure Precautions
- Procedure Explanation
- Patient and Family Communication
- Screening and Triaging
- Patient Management
- Collecting Vitals
- Transcribing Orders
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Border Region Behavioral Health Center- CAPS
12.2017 - 03.2022
Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse
Corrections Corporation Of America
02.2014 - 11.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Center Home For Hispanic Elderly
05.2011 - 09.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Center Home For Hispanic Elderly
11.2007 - 05.2011
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Laredo Community College
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Laredo Community College
License Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program -
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Certificate in Computer Information Systems - CIS Basic Skills
Laredo Community College
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