TEXAS -Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Raul Yzaguirre School for Success
09.2022 - Current
Oversaw health services for school of 1,200+ students and faculty.
Performed health screening for students by conducting Vision, Hearing, Spinal and Diabetic evaluations.
Developed individual health care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
LVN Charge Nurse
Regency Village
09.2020 - 09.2022
Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records for full load of 30 patients.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using PointClick Care.
Education
Vocational Nursing Certificate - Nursing
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX
08-2020
Skills
BLS Certified
Certified by the Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening
Certified to perform Acanthosis Nigricans screening