Maria Macias
Zillah
Summary
Professional nurse with proven ability to provide high-quality patient care with strong clinical skills in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities. Known for strong collaboration with medical teams, adapting to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, compassionate, bilingual and skilled in patient communication and support. Extensive experience in wound care assessment, treatment and patient education ensuring optimal outcomes with focus on quality care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Emerald Care
209 N Ahtanum Ave Wapato Wa 98951
03.2009 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Pharmacy Technician
Safeway Pharmacy
101 W 1st Ave Toppenish Wa 98948
09.2005 - 03.2009
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
Cashier Team Lead
Safeway
101 W 1st Ave Toppenish Wa 98948
02.2003 - 10.2005
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
- Scheduled breaks for team members, promoting a fair work environment while maximizing coverage during peak hours.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving the overall shopping experience.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WAAssociate of Arts - Nursing
Heritage University
Toppenish03-2009
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Infection control
- Palliative care
- Catheter care
- Psychiatric nursing
- Hospice care
- HIPAA compliance
Accomplishments
- Achieved wound healing by completing treatments with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved wound complications which led to positive wound healing.
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of monthly Skin and Weight meeting. .
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop wound tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Wound Care Certification (WCC) - National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy.
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - WA Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN
Emerald Care
03.2009 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Safeway Pharmacy
09.2005 - 03.2009
Cashier Team Lead
Safeway
02.2003 - 10.2005
No Degree - General Studies
Central Washington University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Heritage University