Milena Etchevarria
Asheboro,NC
Summary
Compassionate LPN skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, and care coordination. Committed to maintaining infection control and delivering preoperative care, ensuring high standards of patient safety and satisfaction.
Experience in wound care, diabetic education, hickman catheter, picc line care, mediport access and care. Experience in IV therapy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Shift Key
Asheboro, North Carolina
10.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in patient care areas.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment periods.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
LPN
Summersville Regional Medical Center
Summersville, West Virginia
08.2001 - 10.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with protocols.
- Participated in training new staff on procedures and patient care standards.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
LPN
VCU
South Hill, Virginia
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Education
LPN License - Licensed Practical Nursing
Academy of Careers And Technology
Beckley, WV08-2001
Skills
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient assessment
- Infection control protocols
- Preoperative care
- Care coordination
- Catheter care
- Medication dispensing
- Palliative care
- Care planning
- Chronic disease management
- Infection control
- Immunization administration
- Pain management
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- Health education
- Diabetes management
- Medication reconciliation
- Samples collection
- Wound care
- Outpatient care
- Emergency response
- End-of-life care
Timeline
LPN
VCU
10.2024 - 04.2025
LPN
Shift Key
10.2023 - Current
LPN
Summersville Regional Medical Center
08.2001 - 10.2025
LPN License - Licensed Practical Nursing
Academy of Careers And Technology