Maria Sanchez
San Juan,TX
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Heights of Alamo
08.2024 - Current
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
LVN
Nuestra Clinica Del Valle
10.2022 - Current
- Administer medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions
- Monitor vitals signs and assess patients regularly, swiftly identify any changes in condition and address concerns promptly
- Answering incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
- Demonstrate strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Assisted in the development of staff training programs to ensure a skilled nursing team capable of delivering excellent patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Medical Assistant
Nuestra Clinica Del Valle
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
CNA
Village Healthcare and Rehabilitation
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity
- Promote good oral care and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties
- Answering call light and supporting patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
CNA- MA -
New Star School
Mcallen, Tx12.2016
LVN -
Valley Grande Institute
Weslaco, Tx09.2022
Skills
- Spanish / English speaking
- Patient Care
- EMR/ Eclinical works system
- Patient triaging
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- Certified in CPR
- Immunization Administration
- Wound care
- Diabetes management
- Catheter Care
- Elderly Care
- Feeding Tube Assistance
- Tracheostomy Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient relationship building
- Geriatric Care
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Education
Additional Information
Fast learner and willing to be cross trained.
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Heights of Alamo
08.2024 - Current
LVN
Nuestra Clinica Del Valle
10.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Nuestra Clinica Del Valle
01.2018 - 08.2021
CNA
Village Healthcare and Rehabilitation
02.2016 - 01.2018
CNA- MA -
New Star School
LVN -
Valley Grande Institute
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