Marissa Mendoza
Alamo
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Comprehensive Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hidalgo County Health and Human Services
06.2002 - 06.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
LVN on Pediatric Floor
Knapp Medical Center
08.2001 - 05.2002
- Initial admission and history on patients
- Administered medication intravenously, intramuscularly and orally as per physician's orders
- Physical head to toe assessment on all clients
Education
Vocational Nursing Certificate -
South Texas College
McAllen, TX08-2001
Skills
Patient care and education
Patient education
Documentation accuracy
Medication administration
Infection control and aseptic techniques
Aseptic techniques
Workflow coordination
HIPAA guideline adherence
Patient and family communication
Vital signs
Health education
Verbal and written communication
Education Licensure
- Basic Life Support Provider (CPR and AED), 10/25
- Vocational Nursing Certificate, 2001, STC
- Current State of Texas LVN License, 181452
Nursing Experience
- Hidalgo County Health and Human Services, Comprehensive Licensed Vocational Nurse, 06/01/02, 06/01/22, Vital signs, Perform phlebotomy for routine lab exams, Primary vaccine coordinator for facility, Administered Covid 19 vaccines to adolescents and adults, Administered vaccines as per CDC guidelines in accordance with TFVC and ASN policies, Issued medications and observed patients for reactions, Responsible for monthly inventory of clinic supplies, Adhered to clinicians orders and referred clients to outside agencies and providers as needed, Provided instruction/education to patient according to clinician recommendations, Provided preventative care that matches patients age, sex and health status
- Knapp Medical Center, LVN on Pediatric Floor, 08/01/01, 05/01/02, Initial admission and history on patients, Administered medication intravenously, intramuscularly and orally as per physician's orders, Physical head to toe assessment on all clients
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members during Covid pandemic
Certification
BLS (CPR, AED) Provider
Timeline
Current Texas LVN License No. 181452
05-2026
BLS (CPR, AED) Provider
10-2025
Comprehensive Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hidalgo County Health and Human Services
06.2002 - 06.2022
LVN on Pediatric Floor
Knapp Medical Center
08.2001 - 05.2002
Vocational Nursing Certificate -
South Texas College
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