LUCKE DELACRUZ
Antelope,CA
Summary
Experienced Home Health Nurse II skilled in developing individualized care plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Strong commitment to patient education and chronic disease management, effectively improving patient satisfaction and health outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
HOME HEALTH NURSE II
KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITALS
2025 MORSE AVE, SACRAMENTO, CA 95825
04.2019 - Current
- Administered patient care plans based on assessments and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care quality.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and health promotion.
- Managed electronic health records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed nursing protocols that improved workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction scores.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and enhancing overall team performance.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize patient safety and treatment effectiveness.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from hospital discharge to home-based care by coordinating necessary resources and support systems.
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by acting as a liaison for all parties involved in the care process.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses, alleviating stress and promoting optimal wellness.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Served as a reliable resource for families seeking guidance on navigating complex healthcare systems and advocating for their loved ones'' needs.
- Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing risk of illness transmission among family members.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and wound care.
- Managed patient medical records accurately and confidentially, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough health assessments and developing personalized care plans.
- Optimized patient comfort by addressing individual physical, emotional, spiritual needs during end-of-life care.
- Supported patients'' mental and emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication during difficult periods of illness or recovery.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV therapy administration, tracheostomy care maintenance under physician supervision when required.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY
PHILIPPINES03-1993
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Care plan adherence
- Care coordination
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Physician collaboration
- Home safety evaluation
- Recording vital signs
- Catheter care
- Patient monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Family support
- Diabetes management
- Palliative care
- Treatment implementation
- [State] Driver's license
- Medical records management
- Report preparation
- Chronic disease management
- Fall prevention
- Home health services
- Documentation
- Preventive health
- Procedure assistance
- Collecting vitals
- Routine examinations
- Case management
- Infection control
- Unit oversight
- Vitals monitoring
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
HOME HEALTH NURSE II
KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITALS
04.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY