LIZZETTE FERNANDEZ, LPN
Leander,TX
Summary
Accomplished and seasoned nursing professional with a robust 16-year background in diverse healthcare settings. Adept at fostering strong patient relationships through exceptional communication and organizational skills, with an unwavering commitment to impeccable attention to detail. Recently, I transitioned into roles as a teacher and stay-at-home mom, further enhancing my adaptability and multitasking abilities. Now, actively pursuing a remote or telehealth position to seamlessly integrate my wealth of experience and skill set while achieving the coveted goal of maintaining a harmonious work-life balance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Years as a Director of Nursing
Certification
- Multistate LPN License [336444] - Expires: 01/31/2025
- Certified Montessori Teacher (Ages 0-3), MKUTI - 2023
- Nominated by the Texas Assisted Living Association for outstanding compliance achievements during my initial year serving as the Director of Nursing at Elmcroft Senior Living.
Skills
- Fluent in English & Spanish
- Critical Thinking
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Management
- Wound & Patient Care
- Clinical & Case Documentation
- Extreme Organizational Skills
- Family Communication
- Effective Multitasking
- Process Improvement
- Great Patient/Family Rapport Building Skills
- Emergency Response
Work History
Lead Montessori Teacher
Montessori Kids Universe
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Implemented Montessori-based lessons for engaging children's learning
- Cultivated safe environments to develop social, emotional, and physical skills
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues in coordination with parents and management
- Prioritized safety, cleanliness, and organization in classroom
- Trained Assistant Teachers
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employed
10.2018 - 07.2022
- Conducted household budget acrobatics like a financial ninja.
- Navigated Montessori escapades, blending education with a dash of giggles.
- Conducted family's wild ride of schedules and activities.
- Juggled family responsibilities with flair, keeping chaos at bay.
- Stayed in loop with trendiest education and child wizardry.
- Ensured well-being and cheerfulness of our furry canine pals.
Director of Nursing
Elmcroft Senior Living Community
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Collaborated with multiple home health and hospice agencies, managing pharmacy supplies and renovating med room for enhanced efficiency and staff morale.
- Implemented technology such as eMAR system and integrated virtual assessment robot, dedicating extensive hours to advancing nursing department efficiency.
- Worked with fellow directors to ensure positive work environment, overseeing new hire onboarding, resident assessments, and maintaining efficient medicine room.
- Led and engaged in meetings, managing team of 30+ employees, handling scheduling, career development, training, and evaluations.
- Designed systems for equipment processes, ensuring staff success in career development while meeting business goals and fostering healthy work environment.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, establishing positive relationships with physicians and overseeing recruitment, hiring, and orientation.
- Participated in management meetings addressing resident status, implementing practices to enhance patient outcomes and facilitating continuing education and training programs.
- Established new policies and updated existing ones to improve patient care, including infection control programs and corrective actions for department issues, while implementing recognition programs to promote teamwork.
- Ensured compliance with guidelines and regulations, conducted facility inspections, and collaborated with healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care plans for 80+ residents.
- Developed leadership, coaching, and team management models, recruiting, hiring, training staff, and maintaining effective communication within organization and community.
LPN
Special Kids Care
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Uniquely chosen by case manager to provide specialized care for 1½ year old patient with Epidermolysis Bullosa, based on experience, detail-oriented approach, and compassionate personality.
- Daily responsibilities involved administering GT feedings, preparing soft food snacks, dispensing medications, and monitoring and managing pain levels, ensuring safety during play and activities to prevent injury.
- Collaborated closely with patient's mother to facilitate baths, aid in bathing, and assist with bandage application, while monitoring healing process of skin lesions.
- Managed perineal care, diaper changes, and organization of bandaging and medical supplies, ensuring readiness for doctor appointments and consistently maintaining documentation per agency protocols.
- Provided continuous emotional support and counseling for both patients and families, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Supported patient nutritional goals by assisting with feeding and monitoring intake, along with offering education on healthcare issues and medication.
- Implemented aseptic techniques for sterilized wound care and dressing applications, maintaining highest standards of patient care and comfort.
LPN
Integrity Health Services
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Ascended to senior nursing role within 9 ½ months on first challenging case assignment, effectively resolving concerns and meeting mother's expectations.
- Solely entrusted by patients mother to train new nurses due to demonstrated competence and rapport building.
- Provided extensive care including medication and food administration via GT, seizure protocol, nebulization, suctioning, and ADL assistance for cerebral palsy patient.
- Supported patient engagement and interaction, handling various medical equipment, documenting per agency protocols, and facilitating communication between care providers.
- Excelled as school nurse in Miami Dade Public Schools, overseeing two diabetic patients, managing blood sugar levels, carbohydrate intake, and administering insulin, while communicating crucial information to patients' mothers and maintaining meticulous nursing documentation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to address patient needs and minimize infection risks by consistently cleaning and disinfecting equipment.
- Conducted vital signs assessments and recorded seizure activity, ensuring thorough patient care.
LPN
Care-Tech Home Health Services
12.2011 - 04.2012
- Specialized in caring for patients with diabetic ulcers of various stages, post-operative drainages, and suture-related care post-surgeries.
- Diligently monitored blood pressure and diabetic patients, ensuring accurate and compliant chart documentation following agency policies.
- Maintained consistent communication among patient's home, office, and healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination.
- Documented comprehensive and precise patient information, addressing problems and expected outcomes in adherence to agency policies.
- Provided regular updates on patient status to charge nurse, recording any medical record changes.
- Collaborated within interdisciplinary healthcare team to effectively intervene and plan patient care strategies.
- Managed patient care by closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Implemented aseptic techniques for sterilized wound care and dressing applications, ensuring optimal patient care.
LPN
Private Hospice Home Care
07.2011 - 11.2011
- Primary caregiver for elderly hospice patient: oversaw daily living activities, monitored medication, and vital signs.
- Conducted routine evaluations, documented patient information, and communicated vital data to healthcare team.
- Administered wound care, treatments, and assisted in medical procedures promptly.
- Supported grieving family, offering assistance and empathy during their loss.
- Offered comfort to visiting family and friends during hospice care.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, and eating for patient comfort and well-being.
- Provided emotional support and counsel to patients and families during difficult times.
- Supported patient's daughter and fulfilled various requests during challenging period.
- Maintained clean, organized living environment for patient until end.
- Ensured patient's comfort and pain-free experience throughout.
LPN
Miami Center for Advanced Cardiology at Mt. Sinai Hospital
01.2011 - 07.2011
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, vital sign monitoring, and performed various diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms and pulmonary function tests.
- Specialized in placing Holter and Event Monitors, and meticulously managed documentation for patients on Coumadin therapy.
- Filed and managed all essential patient information in charts and oversaw prescription authorizations and refills.
- Proficiently drew blood and processed lab work for pickup from primary laboratories such as Quest Diagnostics & Labcorp (10-25 samples daily).
- Redesigned intake form for improved efficiency and paper management, condensing 4-page form into single double-sided document, saving staff time, filing space, and mitigating risk of misplaced pages.
LPN Field Nurse
8+ Home Health Agencies - Diabetic Patients
01.2009 - 02.2010
- Provided comprehensive wound care, treatments, and procedural assistance, ensuring accurate documentation of patient information and expected outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, chronic disease self-management, and wound care.
- Administered medications, handled injections, and triaged incoming patient calls, offering basic assistance.
- Worked within multidisciplinary team to devise and execute treatment plans for various acute and chronic conditions, conducting routine patient evaluations.
- Managed caseload of 10 diabetic home health patients daily, coordinating with multiple agencies for home visits, supplies, and documentation.
LPN
Healthsouth Rehab & Perdue Medical Center
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Managed 25-35 patients per shift at Perdue Medical Center and 5-10 patients per shift at Healthsouth Rehab.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments, delivering specialized care including wound, tracheostomy, and G-tube care.
- Maintained accurate and updated patient charts following facility protocols.
Education
Montessori Teacher Education
04.2023
Phlebotomy Technician
04.2015
IV Therapy Certification
11.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse
10.2006
Emergency Medical Technician
08.2003
School of Fire & Environmental Science -
07.2002
Firefighter II Professional Qualifications
07.2002
High School Diploma -
06.2001
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