LEMWEL PAA
Antioch,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Martinez Health Center
Martinez, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
- Planned and implemented patient care to treat conditions or mitigate symptoms.
- Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Helped charge nurse staff unit and achieve coverage goals.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
School Nurse
Stepping Stones Group
Walnut Creek, CA
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Oversaw health services for school of 3 students and faculty.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pleasant Hill Post-Acute
Pleasant Hill, CA
09.2021 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Tampico Terrace Care Center
Walnut Creek, CA
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities
- Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications
- Collaborated with RN on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly
- Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering TB tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood, urine or sputum samples from patients for laboratory testing
Direct Support Professional
Davis Home
Concord, CA
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
- Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
Caregiver
Home Care Assistance Corporation
Alamo, CA
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Cashier
Island Pacific Supermarket
Pittsburg, CA
05.2015 - 10.2017
- Handled cash, credit, debit cards and personal checks, providing correct change in payment transactions.
- Restocked and fronted checkout merchandise to increase sales.
- Bagged items to prevent fragile products from being damaged or broken.
- Bagged merchandise in careful and efficient manner to minimize damage.
- Processed payments by check, cash, debit and credit and maintained accurate drawers.
- Kept checkout areas clean and neat to maintain a professional appeal.
- Examined merchandise for signs of tampering or damage prior to processing returns and exchanges.
- Engaged customers warmly and provided immediate and dedicated assistance.
- Stocked and maintained inventory levels according to store policies.
Caregiver
Eldercare Services
Walnut Creek, CA
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Provided quality care for elderly patients.
- Assisted residents with bowel and bladder functions.
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
- Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Caregiver
Buenavista Homes
Antioch, CA
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Assisted with daily living activities by helping with hygiene needs, eating, and household chores.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.
- Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted residents with bowel and bladder functions.
- Provided quality care for Developmentally Disabled patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Perpetual Help College Manila
Manila, Philippines2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Don Alejandro Roces Sr. Science-Technology High School
Manila, Philippines2008
Skills
- Organized
- Fast learner
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Patient privacy and confidentiality
Certification
- California Licensed Vocational Nurse, License # VN701598, November 2018
- California Registered Nurse, License # 95289200, June 2022
Additional Information
References:
- Grace Tedalgo
(925) 393-9250
- Fenina Pham
(925) 997-8087
- Lizabelle Crisostomo
(209) 224-6387
- Jesselyn Fernandez
(925) 844-4288
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Martinez Health Center
05.2022 - Current
School Nurse
Stepping Stones Group
02.2022 - 04.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pleasant Hill Post-Acute
09.2021 - 01.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Tampico Terrace Care Center
04.2019 - 08.2021
Caregiver
Home Care Assistance Corporation
03.2018 - 07.2019
Direct Support Professional
Davis Home
03.2017 - 10.2019
Caregiver
Eldercare Services
11.2016 - 01.2017
Cashier
Island Pacific Supermarket
05.2015 - 10.2017
Caregiver
Buenavista Homes
11.2014 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Perpetual Help College Manila
High School Diploma - undefined
Don Alejandro Roces Sr. Science-Technology High School