Lina Delgado, RN, WCC
Cypress,Texas
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with a strong clinical background, exceptional interpersonal skills, bilingual, and technical expertise. Proficient in EMR charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient care and support. Committed to delivering high-quality care while prioritizing efficiency and optimizing outcomes. Results-oriented leader dedicated to improving the overall quality of healthcare delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Enhabit Home Health
01.2019 - Current
- Deliver in-home and facility setting nursing services that include disease process management, wound care, nursing assessment, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and patient education regarding best practice, medication regiment, and home safety.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
Assisted Living Director
Parsons House Assisted Living
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Planned and coordinated patient care for more than 50 residents
- Managed and supervised over 25 full-time employees.
- Conducted regular assessments of residents'' physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being to adjust care plans accordingly.
- Promoted a positive work environment with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Streamlined operations by developing and implementing effective policies, procedures, and protocols for the assisted living community.
- Led, directed and motivated others to innovate and excel.
Team Leader Nurse
Hi-Desert Medical Center
01.2014 - 11.2014
- Served as a Licensed Vocational Nurse at a 120-bed facility
- Worked under the supervision of an RN in skilled nursing and transitional care unit.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Clinic Nurse
Texas Oncology
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Served as a Clinic Nurse for Dr. Frankie Holmes, MD
- Implemented genetic testing on-site and collected patient data before each physician visit.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
Hospice Nurse
Visiting Nurse Association
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Traveled over 40-mile radius area to deliver at home or facility setting end of life care
- Worked under the supervision and direction of an RN.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Nursing
Lone Star College
Tomball, Texas05.2020
Associates of Science -
College of the Desert
California05.2007
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing and Advertising
Polytechnic GranColombiano
Colombia05.1996
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Case Management
- Fluent in Spanish
- Wound Care
- Scheduling
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Management
- Physical assessments
- Family Education
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric Nursing
- HCHB proficiency
- Home Health Care
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Wound Care Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Wound Treatment Associate
Professionalmemberships
- National Association of Hispanic Nurses, 2020
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 2020
- National Student Nurses' Association, 2019
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Enhabit Home Health
01.2019 - Current
Assisted Living Director
Parsons House Assisted Living
01.2016 - 01.2018
Team Leader Nurse
Hi-Desert Medical Center
01.2014 - 11.2014
Clinic Nurse
Texas Oncology
01.2011 - 01.2013
Hospice Nurse
Visiting Nurse Association
01.2008 - 01.2011
Associates of Applied Science - Nursing
Lone Star College
Associates of Science -
College of the Desert
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing and Advertising
Polytechnic GranColombiano
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