Energetic and self motivated Licensed Vocational Nurse and dedicated to providing top-quality patient care. Looking for a position in a top-notch facility with a commitment to professionalism for the best patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Big Spring Independent School District
02.2024 - Current
Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
LVN
Steward Medical Group-Primary Care
08.2021 - 11.2023
Administer all medications oral, injections (Intramuscular, subq, intradermal), inhalation, and ocular, treatments, O2 administration, wound care, TST testing, EKGS, lab specimen collection and vaccine administration
Ordering and organization of medical supplies, lab supplies, and medications for clinic
Record patients medical hx, vital statistics, orders, and lab test results in electronic health system
Completion of referrals for patients to other facilities
Assisted with range of exams from Medicare annual wellness, annual exams, chronic care, wound care, well women exams, and pre-employment exams
Complete prior-authorizations for patient referrals, imaging, and medications.
LVN
Correct Care Solutions
11.2015 - 06.2017
Clinical Nursing Care for Restricted Housing Unit inmates following BOP nursing guidelines and procedures
Administer all medications oral, injections (Intramuscular, SubQ, intradermal), inhalation, and ocular, treatments, O2 administration, wound care, TST testing, EKGS, lab specimen collection (venous, body fluids, fecal, swabs) and vaccine administration
Ordering and organization of inmate chronic medications in electronic records and paper MARS
SOAPE documentation
Document new inmate medical history charting and intake information.
LVN nurse supervisor
Howard County Community Health Center
04.2014 - 10.2015
Supervised 3 medical assistants in outpatient clinic, assisted with recruiting and hiring, managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations
Recorded patients medical hx, vital statistics, orders, and lab test results in electronic health system
Vaccine coordinator for Texas state stock vaccines for pediatric and adult
Administration and documentation of oral, inhalation, injection medications and vaccines
Assisted with range of exams from Texas health steps, chronic care, wound care, Gynecological, STD, and family planning
Performed specimen collection, in house labs, IV administration in case of emergency, venous lab draws, and EKGs
Maintained in house lab, controls and regulations, autoclave of medical instruments
Ordering and organization of medical supplies, lab supplies, and medications for clinic
Completion of referrals for patients to other facilities.
General Medical Services clinical LVN
Big Spring State Hospital
08.2013 - 04.2014
Recorded patient's medical hx, vital statistics, and test results in electronic health records
Assisted with clinical care exams, wound care, gynecological, and specimen lab collection
Assisted providers with initial care and admission of new patients
Vaccine administration
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
Conducted in house labs
Conducted EKGs and EEGs
Certified as English/Spanish interpreter with Big Spring State Hospital.
Education
Skills
Compassionate Care
Clinical Documentation
Diabetes management
Pediatric Care
Vital signs monitoring
Elderly Care
Healthcare Software Proficiency
Immunization Administration
Medication Administration
Wound Care
ADL Assistance
Certified in CPR/AED
Knowledge Qualifications
Able to provide care according nursing to guidelines and information pertaining to policy and procedure per work site. Knowledge of Texas BON guidelines. CNE's completely yearly. Certification and testing onsite at each facility to maintain knowledge to most up to date nursing policy and procedures. Reports to RN or nurse supervisor as needed.