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Work History
Education
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Daisy Award 2025
Colleague of the month 9/2021
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Luisa Valenzuela

7206 NW 74th Place ,FL

Summary

Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Licensed Practical Nurse with over 15 years of healthcare experience. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care. Demonstrated leadership in clinical operations, patient care, compliance, and supply chain coordination. Recognized with the Daisy Award for extraordinary nursing care and Colleague of the Month

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Staff Nurse

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - Current
  • Assessed patient health status through vital sign monitoring and documentation.
  • Assisted in administering medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, enhancing overall patient comfort and well-being.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Engaged in ongoing learning opportunities to enhance nursing skills and knowledge base.

LPN Staff Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale
01.2013 - 09.2024
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
  • Managed daily operations in a busy practice, including patient flow and procedural readiness.
  • Draped surgical trays in a sterile fashion and prepared patients for procedures. Drew up medications according to physicians’ orders.
  • Admitted and discharged patients in the procedure suite. - Performed Time Out verification in line with JCAHO guidelines.
  • Monitored compliance with infection control and safety standards (JCAHO, CMS).
  • Translated medical documentation and patient instructions into Spanish.
  • Improved supply chain efficiency, coordinated inventory, and recommended cost-saving measures.-
  • Worked with insurance providers to overturn denials through appeals and letters of medical necessity

Registered Medical Assistant

Southeast Florida Orthopedic Specialist
05.2008 - 01.2013
  • Conducted patient assessments and collected medical histories to support care planning.
  • Assisted with clinical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene protocols.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling and managed appointment logistics to enhance office efficiency.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care practices.
  • Supported orthopedic surgeons in pre-op screening and outpatient OR procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Supply Chain Management

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
03-2021

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse

Atlantic Technical College
Pompano Beach, FL
02-2019

Medical Assistant Certificate -

Sanford Brown Institute
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01-2007

High School Diploma -

Stranahan High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01-2000

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • IV Insertion
  • Direct patient care
  • Pain management
  • Preoperative & post operative care
  • Caring for wounds
  • Fluoroscopy & Sterile Procedure Prep
  • HIPAA compliance
  • EPIC super user -EMR Expertise
  • Supply Chain & Inventory Management
  • E-procurement (ordering, receiving, eval quotes)
  • Interdepartmental Communication
  • Insurance Appeals & Documentation

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

LPN Staff Nurse

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - Current

LPN Staff Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale
01.2013 - 09.2024

Registered Medical Assistant

Southeast Florida Orthopedic Specialist
05.2008 - 01.2013

Associate of Science - Supply Chain Management

Broward College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse

Atlantic Technical College

Medical Assistant Certificate -

Sanford Brown Institute

High School Diploma -

Stranahan High School

Daisy Award 2025

Recognize for exceptional patient care, compassion and clinical excellence at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital 

Colleague of the month 9/2021

Recognized for excellence in teamwork, professionalism and outstanding patient care 

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