Monica Valadez
Visalia,CA
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive experience at Kaweah Delta Medical Center, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and comprehensive education for families. Skilled in wound care and fostering teamwork, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff alike.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
01.2001 - Current
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Uniteck Collage
Fremont, CA02-2021
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Porterville College
Porterville, CA12-2005
High School Diploma -
Lindsay High School
Lindsay, CA06-1990
Skills
Medication Administration
Assessments, Interventions, Documentation
Wound Care
Patient and Family Education
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
01.2001 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Uniteck Collage
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Porterville College
High School Diploma -
Lindsay High School
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