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Michael Gonzalez

Placerville,CA

Summary

Dedicated LVN with extensive experience at Sanctuary Home Health, excelling in patient care and chronic disease management. Proven ability to enhance recovery through effective communication and compassionate support. Skilled in clinical documentation and HIPAA compliance, fostering strong patient relationships and reducing hospital readmissions through proactive care planning.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health LVN

Sanctuary Home Health
03.2024 - Current
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
  • Supported patients during difficult transitions to home-based care, providing emotional support and practical guidance.
  • Enhanced patient recovery process through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Assisted patients in managing their daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and mobility support.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

Home Health LVN

Advance Home Health
04.2018 - 03.2024
  • Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
  • Empowered patients to take control of their own health by teaching them about medications, nutrition, and exercise regimens tailored to their specific conditions.
  • Helped patients achieve higher standards of living through effective ADL coaching and assistance.
  • Maintained patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies at all times.
  • Increased patient safety by diligently administering medications, wound care, and other treatments per physician orders.
  • Facilitated seamless coordination between physicians, specialists, therapists, and family members to ensure comprehensive patient support.
  • Enhanced overall patient experience through consistent demonstration of empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competency in diverse populations.
  • Ensured timely administration of prescribed therapies such as IV infusions or injections as part of a comprehensive care plan.

LVN Charge Nurse

Gold Country Health Center
01.2016 - 04.2018
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.

Education

Science

Cosumnes River College
Sacramento, CA
05-2009

No Degree - Nursing Practice

Sacramento State
Sacramento, CA
05-1997

Skills

  • Home safety evaluation
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Catheter care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Behavioral health care
  • Geriatric care
  • Care plan development
  • Ethical practice
  • Diabetes management
  • Respiratory care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Family education
  • Cardiac care
  • Post-surgical care
  • Neurological care
  • Orthopedic care
  • Rehabilitation support
  • Confidentiality
  • Wound care management
  • Patient care
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Clinical judgment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Compassionate care
  • Physical assessment
  • Patient relationship building
  • Health education
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Home health care
  • EMR / EHR
  • [State] licensed practical nurse
  • Samples collection
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Educating families

Timeline

Home Health LVN

Sanctuary Home Health
03.2024 - Current

Home Health LVN

Advance Home Health
04.2018 - 03.2024

LVN Charge Nurse

Gold Country Health Center
01.2016 - 04.2018

Science

Cosumnes River College

No Degree - Nursing Practice

Sacramento State

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