Lucretia Escalante
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience in delivering patient-focused care and maintaining a safe and efficient healthcare environment. Skilled in monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote patient well-being. Demonstrated ability to improve processes in fast-paced settings, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction and workflow efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Silverline Home Health
Sacramento, California
06.2024 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care in home environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Implemented plans of care initiated by registered nurses to meet patient needs.
- Documented patient information accurately and timely in accordance with care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive measures.
- Assessed and documented patient wounds to inform effective care planning.
- Administered wound care treatments, including irrigation, packing, and dressing changes.
Licensed School Nurse
Yolo County Office of Education (Aya Healthcare)
Woodland, California
04.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per school health protocols.
- Provided emergency care and first aid during school hours as necessary.
- Developed individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions or disabilities.
- Maintained accurate health records in compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance student health and wellness initiatives.
- Coordinated with parents on student health concerns and necessary follow-ups.
- Monitored student immunization records, ensuring compliance with state laws.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Ro Health
Elk Grove, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and administered medication according to physician orders.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, catheterization, and tube feedings.
- Observed and reported changes in patient conditions to supervising nurse or physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and their families throughout treatment.
- Cared for patients with wounds resulting from injuries, medical treatments, and diseases.
- Educated patients and families on proper wound cleaning, dressing techniques, and infection signs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
San Jose, CA
11.2021 - Current
- Administered COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations to adult and pediatric patients.
- Conducted patient assessments to establish vaccination eligibility.
- Instructed patients on side effects and post-vaccination care procedures.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions post-vaccination.
- Managed vaccine preparation and inventory efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of administered vaccinations, ensuring compliance.
- Provided education on vaccination benefits to enhance patient understanding.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
UC Davis Health (Aya Healthcare)
Sacramento, CA
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered vaccines in compliance with established protocols.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate eligibility for COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations.
- Instructed patients on side effects and post-vaccination care procedures.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions after vaccine administration.
- Maintained accurate vaccination records for all administered doses.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Performed quality assurance checks on storage equipment and supplies for vaccines.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mountain View Health Care (Medley)
San Jose, CA
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Administered medications and therapies per physician orders.
- Provided nursing care for patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Monitored postoperative patients, recording fluid intake, output, blood glucose levels, and vital signs.
- Identified changes in patient conditions, reporting findings to physicians for optimal assistance.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Inspire Behavioral Health (Medley)
San Jose, CA
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Administered psychotropic drugs and other medications, monitored for any side effects and reported any change of condition and incidents to MO and proper officials
- Monitored patients' physical and mental health and kept up accurate records
- Supervised patients to ensure safety of themselves and others around them
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Silicon Valley Post-Acute (Herman Healthcare)
San Jose, CA
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided behavioral and emotional support while supervising patients with dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Conducted regular check-ins to monitor food and fluid intake and output.
- Evaluated care procedures for effectiveness, implementing necessary adjustments.
- Administered general patient care, including vital signs recording and blood glucose monitoring.
- Identified patient issues, determining optimal assistance within facility parameters.
- Administered medications and therapies per physician orders, charting condition changes.
- Instructed patients on self-care techniques after hospital or clinic discharge.
- Monitored wounds for infection signs, providing treatments such as dressings and topical medications.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Jose Unified School District
San Jose, CA
12.2018 - 09.2021
- Administered medications and therapies according to physician orders.
- Followed care plans for students with various health conditions.
- Collaborated with RN to evaluate intervention outcomes and adjust care plans.
- Provided general care based on student needs, including first aid and health assessments.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
San Jose, CA
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physician's orders, followed care plans for students with health conditions, worked with the RN to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans, administered general care according to student's needs (including first aid, recording of temperature, health assessments).
Education
Vocational Nurse Program -
Unitek College
07.2018
Nursing Skills
- BLS Certified
- Patient Education
- IV Certified
- Assisting with ADL's
- Blood Withdrawal Certified
- G-Tube care, medication administration, and feeding
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care, Wound Vac
- Ostomy Care
- Charting/Documentation (EMAR, EPIC, Matrix, Point Click Care)
- Head to Toe assessments
- Tracheostomy care/suctioning
- Obtaining/Charting vital signs
- Foley Cauterization and Irrigation
- Patient-oriented
- Blood Glucose testing, Insulin administration
- Infection control standards
Volunteer Experience
Santa Clara County, 2021-01-01, 2021-12-31, Administering Covid-19 vaccines.
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Silverline Home Health
06.2024 - Current
Licensed School Nurse
Yolo County Office of Education (Aya Healthcare)
04.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
UC Davis Health (Aya Healthcare)
10.2023 - 12.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mountain View Health Care (Medley)
03.2023 - 06.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Inspire Behavioral Health (Medley)
01.2023 - 02.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Ro Health
02.2022 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Silicon Valley Post-Acute (Herman Healthcare)
03.2019 - 09.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Jose Unified School District
12.2018 - 09.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
09.2018 - 11.2018
Vocational Nurse Program -
Unitek College