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Michelle Velazquez

Michelle Velazquez

Miami

Summary

Licensed nursing professional prepared with strong background in patient care and medical assistance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in administering medications, wound care, and patient monitoring. Reliable and focused on achieving positive health outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN Lead

Spring Branch Community Health Center
07.2024 - Current
  • Supervised 12 MAs in Pediatrics and OB/GYN, managing daily operations and high-volume care (80+ patients/day).
  • Conducted interviews with prospective Licensed Vocational Nurses, Medical Assistants, and Receptionists to assess qualifications, clinical skills, and cultural fit within the team.
  • Collaborated with management to identify staffing needs and support effective onboarding processes
  • Provided triage, patient education, medication orders, referrals, and handle FMLA documentation.
  • Ensured VFC/CDC compliance, overseeing vaccine inventory, ordering, and cold chain protocols.
  • Ordered medical supplies and vaccines within regulatory and budget guidelines.
  • Mentored staff and support workflow improvements to enhance care quality and compliance.

Private Duty Pediatric Nurse

Ageless Living Home Health
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Provided skilled in-home care for a 9-year-old patient with G-tube, trach, and ventilator.
  • Managed respiratory treatments, suctioning, feedings, medications, and emergency interventions.
  • Accompanied and transported patient to medical appointments, maintaining continuity of care.
  • Educated family on trach and vent care for safe home management.

Pediatric Nurse

Riverside Pediatrics
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Provided care for pediatric patients; coordinated with physicians to ensure comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Administered vaccines, medications, performed venipuncture, and capillary puncture in a high-volume setting.
  • Maintained HIPAA compliance, documented vitals, performed lab tests, and provided emotional support to families.

Sales Associate / Receptionist

Cohens Fashion Optical
06.2020 - 05.2023

• Experience in appointment setting, going over insurance benefits, invoicing, optical sales, and filing patients' information

• Detail-oriented, customer service skills, worked independently while managing appointments

• Responding to all client's inquiries in a timely manner

Patience and listening skills to respond appropriately and interact positively with upset customers

Student Practical Nurse

Lincoln Technical Institute
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Completed clinical rotations in multiple healthcare settings; assessed patients, documented vitals and conditions.
  • Administered medications and supported hygiene needs; collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams.

Beauty Sales Manager - Tom Ford

Nordstrom
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue growth.
  • Led a team of beauty consultants, providing training on product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Collaborated with marketing to execute promotional events, increasing brand visibility and customer interest.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimizing inventory management and product assortment.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Lincoln Technical Institute
04-2023

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Pediatric care
  • Patient intake
  • Diabetes management
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Charting and documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Patient observation
  • Compassionate care
  • Vaccine administration

Certification

CT License: 4356

Texas License: 1157825

FL License: PN5268929

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

LVN Lead

Spring Branch Community Health Center
07.2024 - Current

Private Duty Pediatric Nurse

Ageless Living Home Health
06.2024 - 12.2024

Pediatric Nurse

Riverside Pediatrics
05.2023 - 06.2024

Student Practical Nurse

Lincoln Technical Institute
01.2022 - 04.2023

Sales Associate / Receptionist

Cohens Fashion Optical
06.2020 - 05.2023

Beauty Sales Manager - Tom Ford

Nordstrom
09.2019 - 09.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Lincoln Technical Institute