LUCILA RIVAS
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced and compassionate nurse with a strong background in long-term care, acute care, and hospice care. Proficient in prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments to ensure the highest level of care. Dedicated to supporting families during end-of-life care by providing extensive resources and information. Continuously seeking opportunities to expand skillset in the field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Admission Nurse
Journey Care Hospice
04.2023 - Current
- Developed tailored interventions for each patient''s unique end-of-life journey through evaluation of their goals of care preferences during the admissions consultation phase.
- Maintained accurate documentation of admission assessments, individualized care plans, and ongoing updates in electronic health records.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate support and education to patients and families throughout the admission process.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Implemented providers' orders to initiate IVs and access ports and deliver medications
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
- Provided Emergency Interventions during Rapid Codes
Licensed Practical Nurse
MILE SQUARE HEALTH CENTER
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - NURSING
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL01.2017
Skills
- Memory Care Patient Experience
- Hospice Patient Care Experience
- Conducting Physical Assessments
- Infection Control
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medication and IV Administration
- Hospice philosophy
- End-of-life care
- Pain control
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Illinois, 2017
- Registered Nurse, Illinois, 2022
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2024
- Certified Nursing Assistant, IL Department of Public Health, 2016
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hospice Admission Nurse
Journey Care Hospice
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2022 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
MILE SQUARE HEALTH CENTER
12.2020 - 06.2022
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - NURSING
Malcolm X College
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Illinois, 2017
- Registered Nurse, Illinois, 2022
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2024
- Certified Nursing Assistant, IL Department of Public Health, 2016
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