Dedicated and compassionate Bilingual Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in Urology, knowledge of catheter care, medication administration, IV insertion, and infection control. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient care and support team objectives. Adheres diligently to patient privacy protocols and medical charting best practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Amarillo Urology Associates
Amarillo, TX
07.2023 - 12.2024
Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered, patient responses to treatment, and other pertinent information.
Adhered to all applicable laws regarding the confidentiality of protected health information.
Worked as part of the healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
Educated patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from the clinic for urethral catheter care, a voiding diary, preparing for urodynamic testing, and CT imaging. Educated patients on how to self-catheterize.
Medication administration IM, SQ, bladder instillation as ordered.
Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness, and collected specimens such as UA and venous blood.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Regsitered Dental Assistan
Dental Group Of Amarillo
Amarillo, TX
02.2017 - 12.2022
Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.