Linda Loicano
Athens,TX
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient assessment, medication administration, and clinical documentation. Known for safe, accurate care, critical thinking, and patient education in home health and acute care settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Enhabit Home Health
Palestine, Texas
12.2025 - Current
- Provided skilled nursing visits for Enhabit Home Health patients at home.
- Evaluated patient status during home visits to determine necessary adjustments in care plans. and revised individualized home health care plans.
- Recorded visit details and clinical observations in electronic medical records.
- Worked with physicians, therapists, and home health team members to support coordinated care.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and home health team members to ensure comprehensive and effective patient management.
- Recorded detailed visit notes to accurately reflect patient care and clinical observations. and clinical findings in electronic medical records.
- Educated patients and families on medications, wound care, and recovery needs to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Administered treatments and monitored patient responses to ensure effective care during home health visits.
- Conducted complete admission assessments for new patients to gather essential health information., recertification, and discharge nursing assessments.
- Reported changes in condition and followed up on provider instructions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Avir Rehab and Nursing Facility
ATHENS, TX
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Administer medications accurately according to established protocols and patient needs.
- Implement treatment plans effectively, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Assess and document patient vital signs and overall health status regularly.
- Evaluate patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and improve outcomes.
- Offer compassionate support to patients, fostering a positive and healing environment.
- Encourage open communication, addressing patient concerns and promoting emotional well-being.
- Documented visit notes and clinical findings in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UTHealth Athens
Athens, Tx
02.2014 - 10.2025
- Assessed medical-surgical patients and updated nursing care plans at UTHealth Athens.
- Administer medications accurately according to established protocols and patient needs.
- Ensure timely medication delivery while monitoring for adverse reactions and side effects.
- Conduct regular assessments of vital signs to identify changes in patient condition.
- Utilize monitoring equipment to track health status and report findings to healthcare team.
- Provide clear and concise updates on patient progress during shift handovers.
- Educate patients on treatment plans and self-care strategies for optimal recovery.
- Support patients and families by addressing concerns and providing resources for care.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and unit staff.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and progress in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on recovery, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Maintained infection control practices across UTHealth Athens medical-surgical unit.
- Responded to patient changes and initiated nursing interventions promptly.
- Supervised bedside care and guided new nurses on unit procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial, and ongoing patient assessments.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies, and necessary equipment on hand.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse
Genesis Home Care and Hospice
Athens , Tx
10.2009 - 01.2014
- Monitor and record patient conditions to ensure accurate treatment plans.
- Maintain detailed documentation of patient progress for interdisciplinary team reviews.
- Administer medications and treatments to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
- Educate families on patient care plans and address any concerns promptly.
- Facilitate open communication between families and healthcare team to ensure support.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated individualized home health care plans.
- Documented visit notes and clinical findings in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and home health team members.
- Educated patients and families on medications, wound care, and recovery needs.
- Completed admission, recertification, and discharge nursing assessments.
- Administered treatments and monitored responses during home health visits.
- Reported changes in condition and followed up on provider instructions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX12-1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX05-1994
GED -
Athens Sr High
Athens, TX03-1979
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Wound care management
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Discharge planning
- Vital sign monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Evaluations
- IV setup
- IV management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Patient discharge
- Family education
- Acute care expertise
- Patient assessments
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- ADL assistance
- Emergency procedures
- Reporting and documentation
- Patient care
- IV drug therapy management
- Documentation and charting
- Procedure preparations
- HIPAA education
- Strong clinical judgment
- Culturally sensitive
- Personal care needs
- Medication and IV administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Chronic disease management
- Patient discharging
- Staff supervision
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Follow-up calls
- Policy compliance
- Feeding pumps
- Hospice care
- Physical assessments
- Lab result interpretation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Enhabit Home Health
12.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Avir Rehab and Nursing Facility
10.2025 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UTHealth Athens
02.2014 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
Genesis Home Care and Hospice
10.2009 - 01.2014
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
GED -
Athens Sr High