Liliet Aquino
Miami,FL
Summary
Driven LPN with a proven track record at Home Health Agency, excelling in patient assessments and medical records management. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction through excellent communication and active listening. Achieved a significant reduction in medication errors, showcasing strong analytical thinking and a commitment to high-quality care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Home Health Agency
Miami, FL
08.2012 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Education
Lpn -
Dade Medical College
Miami, FL06.2012
Skills
Patient Assessments
Breathing treatments
Writing reports
Pulse oximetry tracking
Inpatient care
Maintaining nutrition
Case management
Direct Patient Care
Documenting intake
Caregiving skills
Patient Management
Medical Records Management
Self-Motivated
Excellent Communication
Active Listening
[Type] Software Proficiency
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Teamwork and Collaboration
Planning and Coordination
Problem-Solving
Timeline
LPN
Home Health Agency
08.2012 - Current
Lpn -
Dade Medical College