Mary Helen Salazar
Madera,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with 16 years experience in medical procedures, including patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion, patient care, and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of collaborating seamlessly with doctors, registered nurses, peers, specialized support services, patients and families. Team-oriented and punctual.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
VA Central California Health Care System
Fresno, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
- Assisted physicians and nurse practitioners in examining and treating patients.
- Administration of injections and medication.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted onboarding training to orientate new licensed vocational nurses about company policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Consult with mental health for emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Vocation Nurse
Saint Agnes Medical Center
Fresno, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Addressed colleagues care needs, collected vitals, and dressed wounds.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all colleague-related information.
- Worked with providers to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to colleagues.
- Evaluated colleagues care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Promoted patient satisfaction.
- Assisted physicians and nurse practitioners with colleagues Pre-employment Offer Exams.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assess immunization records and administer vaccines.
- Conduct N95 mask fit tests.
- COVID-19 tracing and testing.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
Fresno, CA
08.2008 - 01.2020
- Cared for patients' wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Worked with physicians and registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to acute patients.
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Maintained infection control procedures.
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting needs.
- Monitored patient's blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care to nursing supervisors, physician, and case managers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, dressing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA02.2008
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Samples collection
- Assisting physicians and registered nurses
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Educating families and patients
- Documentation
- Healthcare EMAR and computer skills
- Outpatient and Inpatient nursing
- Geriatric Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs
- ADL Care
Accomplishments
- Recognized as Ed Palacios Employee of the Year for outstanding performance and team contributions.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Daisy Nominee with dual provider and patient nominations.
Affiliations
- National Honors Society Member.
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
VA Central California Health Care System
12.2021 - Current
Licensed Vocation Nurse
Saint Agnes Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2008 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Joaquin Valley College
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