Maria Luisa Mauricio
Eagle Pass,TX
Summary
Compassionate LVN Charge Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, wound care, and medication administration with an adept ability to lead medical assistance teams. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and team collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN/PRN Nurse
Medina Valley Nursing Home
Castroville, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Assessed patient needs for additional services such as social work or home health aides.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses and specialists in order to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations using appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
LVN Charge Nurse
La Hacienda De Paz Rehab Care Center
Eagle Pass, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or life-threatening events.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
LVN Charge Nurse
Maverick Nursing And Rehab
Eagle Pass, TX
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Supervised other staff members in providing quality patient care services.
- Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
- Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
- Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with special procedures.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
CNA
Whispering Springs Rehab and Healthcare Center
Carrizo Springs, TX
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
CNA/Medication Aide
Northgate Health And Rehabilitation Center
San Antonio, TX
06.2014 - 11.2015
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
CNA
Methodist Healthcare
San Antonio, TX
04.2011 - 06.2015
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
CNA
Santa Rosa Hospital
San Antonio, TX
02.2011 - 07.2014
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
CNA
Community Service Agency
San Antonio, Texas
02.2010 - 06.2011
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as height, weight, and vaccinations, on children.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
National American University
Eagle Pass, TX05-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care Planning
- HIPAA Compliance
- Healthcare regulations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Care Coordination
- Medication Administration
- Home Health Care
- Care Plan Development
- Policy compliance
- Community health
Certification
- Texas Board of Nursing Licensed Vocational Nurse #350921
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LVN/PRN Nurse
Medina Valley Nursing Home
03.2024 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
La Hacienda De Paz Rehab Care Center
04.2023 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Maverick Nursing And Rehab
03.2019 - 04.2022
CNA
Whispering Springs Rehab and Healthcare Center
05.2016 - 06.2017
CNA/Medication Aide
Northgate Health And Rehabilitation Center
06.2014 - 11.2015
CNA
Methodist Healthcare
04.2011 - 06.2015
CNA
Santa Rosa Hospital
02.2011 - 07.2014
CNA
Community Service Agency
02.2010 - 06.2011
- Texas Board of Nursing Licensed Vocational Nurse #350921
Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
National American University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
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