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Maura Mejia

Inverness,FL

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Committed to delivering positive and memorable customer experiences. Thrives in fast-paced environments and adapts to changes with ease. Earns consistently high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Podiatry Nail Tech.

Veterans Affairs Hospital
Miami, FL
09.2018 - 04.2021
  • Assisted Podiatrist with patient examinations and treatments, including wound care and nail trimming.
  • Greeted patients in a friendly manner and maintained a professional attitude during all interactions.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments administered and follow-up care plans.
  • Ensured that all safety procedures were followed at all times in order to protect both staff members and patients from potential harm.
  • Completed documentation associated with each patient visit including recording vital signs, documenting symptoms reported by the patient.
  • Reviewed patient charts before each appointment to ensure accuracy of information.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and disposing of contaminated materials appropriately.
  • Led patients to treatment rooms and answered questions regarding procedures in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Conducted initial medical screenings and reviewed vital signs, basic podiatry exam and medical history.
  • Discussed proper nail and foot care with patients soliciting preventive care guidelines.
  • Maintained clean surgical area for procedures using aseptic techniques.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures.
  • Reconciled patient data and demographics for up-to-date electronic medical records.
  • Cut toenails and applied dressings and bandages to patient's feet as directed by podiatrist.
  • Performed routine quality check on equipment and reported damaged or missing equipment.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.

LPN

Veterans Affairs Hospital
Seattle, WA
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
  • Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
  • Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
  • Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
  • Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
  • Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.

Floor Licensed Practical Nurse

Silverado Memory Care Community
Everett, WA
04.2013 - 06.2015
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers to other care facilities.
  • Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Conducted physical assessments of patients and documented observations.
  • Performed wound dressing changes, catheter insertions and removals, injections and IV therapy administration.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Observed changes in condition of patients and reported them to the supervising physician.
  • Administered medications according to physicians' orders and nursing standards.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding patient's health history, treatments administered, medications prescribed and progress notes.
  • Assisted with laboratory tests including collection of specimens for analysis or culture studies.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data, goals set by the patient, family, caregiver and interdisciplinary team input.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during stressful times related to a loved one's illness or hospitalization status.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for continued treatment services.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in order to provide comprehensive care for each patient.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and professional standards.
  • Actively participated in quality assurance activities to improve overall service delivery.
  • Adhered to infection control practices while performing daily duties.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication techniques when interacting with patients.
  • Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
  • Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
  • Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
  • Interpreted and implemented individual care plans.
  • Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.

Education

Certificate of Nursing - Nursing

Miami Lakes Educational Center
Miami Lakes, FL
12-2001

High School Diploma -

Miami Springs Senior High School
Miami Springs, FL
06-1999

Skills

  • Patient-focused care
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Data Entry
  • Patient Flow Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Fluent in English, Spanish
  • Conflict resolution abilities
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Documentation expert
  • Patient-handling equipment
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Infection control procedures
  • Family Education
  • Customer Service
  • Patient Relations
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Advanced anatomy knowledge
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Calm and level-headed under duress

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse PN5152205 from 01/22/2002 -07/31/2025

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Podiatry Nail Tech.

Veterans Affairs Hospital
09.2018 - 04.2021

LPN

Veterans Affairs Hospital
09.2015 - 06.2017

Floor Licensed Practical Nurse

Silverado Memory Care Community
04.2013 - 06.2015

Certificate of Nursing - Nursing

Miami Lakes Educational Center

High School Diploma -

Miami Springs Senior High School

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