Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with 17 years of experience in pediatric home health and skilled nursing. Delivers patient-centered care, administers medications, monitors conditions, and implements individualized care plans. Educates patients and families while ensuring accurate clinical documentation to promote positive outcomes. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong communication and attention to detail.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric LVN
San Rafael Healthcare Inc.
03.2017 - Current
Delivered compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients in a home setting, enhancing safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Administer pediatric medications and treatments according to physician orders, established protocols, and individualized plans of care.
Monitor vital signs, assess patient symptoms and conditions, and promptly communicate significant changes to the appropriate healthcare providers.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, families, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to implement individualized pediatric care plans.
Provide emotional support and age-appropriate care to pediatric patients while establishing trusting relationships with children and their families.
Educated parents and caregivers on medication administration, wound care, nutrition, and treatment procedures, empowering families for effective pediatric care.
Assist with pediatric procedures and examinations, including immunizations, screenings, and diagnostic testing, while helping children remain comfortable and reassured.
Maintained accurate clinical documentation to ensure continuity of care, support patient safety, and meet regulatory compliance.
Charge Nurse LVN
Lakeside Nursing Home
12.2014 - 03.2017
Coordinated nursing care for a unit of 20+ residents, overseeing medication administration, assessments, wound care, and ongoing monitoring to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Supervised and guided nursing staff, delegated assignments according to patient needs and staff capabilities, and promoted efficient delivery of quality care.
Evaluated and adapted individualized nursing care plans based on residents' changing conditions, ensuring responsive and effective care delivery.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to address patient needs and improve outcomes.
Monitored residents for changes in condition and communicated relevant findings to appropriate healthcare providers and family members.
Ensured patient safety and infection prevention through adherence to established nursing policies and procedures, fostering a safe care environment.
Supported accurate clinical documentation and effective communication among members of the care team.
Home Health LVN
Continucare Home Health
01.2008 - 05.2016
Performed patient assessments, monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided wound care and other skilled nursing interventions.
Conducted patient assessments, monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided wound care to ensure comprehensive nursing care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized plans of care.
Educated patients and families on disease management, medication administration, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications to empower self-care.
Monitored patient progress and communicated condition changes to physicians and healthcare team to facilitate timely interventions.
Completed accurate and timely documentation of clinical observations, nursing interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
Promoted patient independence, safety, and continuity of care within the home environment.
Education
LVN - Nursing
St. Philip's College
San Antonio
Skills
Pediatric Patient Care
Pediatric assessment
Medication Administration
Physician-Ordered Treatments
Vital signs
Care planning
Wound Care
Disease management
Home Health Nursing
Skilled Nursing Care
EHR management
Clinical Documentation
Infection prevention
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Patient Advocacy
Family education
Caregiver Education
Leadership delegation
Compassionate Patient Care
Strong Communication
Team leadership
Team-Oriented
Patient-Centered Care
Accurate Documentation
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Adaptable Care Practices
Certification
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), State of Texas — [License Number, optional], Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) — [Provider/Expiration Date, if applicable], Additional Certifications: [Add any IV certification, wound care certification, pediatric certifications, etc.]
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