Marlen Ayala
Clifton
Summary
Dedicated LVN Charge Nurse with proven skills in patient assessment, medication administration, and wound care management. Committed to upholding HIPAA compliance and enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Willow Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Clifton
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient health and notified healthcare team members of alterations.
- Guided new nursing staff through protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and medical procedures as needed.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans and needs.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.
- Supervised LVNs and other staff members in providing quality patient care services.
- Participated in regular meetings with interdisciplinary teams to discuss best practices for improving clinical outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Administered medications and maintained accurate records of treatments provided.
LVN Floor Nurse
Brazos Recovery Services
Morgan
04.2018 - 08.2022
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in recovery programs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team members.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety protocols daily.
- Developed positive relationships with co-workers through effective communication.
- Adhered to safety regulations regarding hazardous materials and waste disposal.
- Participated in discharge planning activities for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control policies and procedures when providing patient care services.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood glucose testing.
LVN
Clifton Medical Clinic
Clifton
08.2012 - 04.2018
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
LVN Floor Nurse
Goodall Witcher Hospital
Clifton
09.2009 - 09.2010
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team members.
- Educated patients on self-care practices and recovery strategies.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Developed positive relationships with co-workers through effective communication.
- Adhered to safety regulations regarding hazardous materials and waste disposal.
- Educated patients and families about their diagnosis, medications, treatment plans, home care instructions, diet restrictions.
- Participated in discharge planning activities for assigned patients.
- Performed routine treatments such as dressing changes and wound care.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients on a medical-surgical floor.
- Observed changes in the condition of patients and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking in high-pressure situations.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood glucose testing.
- Utilized critical thinking skills while dealing with complex clinical situations.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
Medical Coding Specialist
Goodall Witcher Hospital
Clifton
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Reviewed medical records for accurate coding and compliance with regulations.
- Utilized coding software to assign appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of ICD, CPT, and HIPAA regulations for compliance.
- Developed a thorough understanding of CPT and HCPCS codes and modifiers used in the healthcare industry.
- Ensured timely submission of all claim forms according to established deadlines.
- Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
- Pulled patient records and transferred information to appropriate parties.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Hill Community College
Hillsboro, TX09-2009
Certificate - Medical Coding
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX08-2008
High School Diploma -
Cranfills Gap ISD
Cranfills Gap, TX05-1996
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Charting and documentation
- IV therapy
- Training and mentoring
- Delegation
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care management
- Patient assessments
- Resident care
- Geriatric care
- Nursing documentation
- End-of-life care
- Emergency care
- Wound dressing
- Activities of daily living ADLs
- Call answering and assistance
- Palliative care
- Personal hygiene support
- Cardiac care
- Time management abilities
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Willow Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Brazos Recovery Services
04.2018 - 08.2022
LVN
Clifton Medical Clinic
08.2012 - 04.2018
LVN Floor Nurse
Goodall Witcher Hospital
09.2009 - 09.2010
Medical Coding Specialist
Goodall Witcher Hospital
08.2008 - 08.2009
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Hill Community College
Certificate - Medical Coding
McLennan Community College
High School Diploma -
Cranfills Gap ISD
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