myrna Oconer
Los Angeles
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis, and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Difference Hospices Company
Los Angeles
10.2016 - Current
- Administered patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities for hospice patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during transitions.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Home Health Nurse
AAA TLC Health Care. Inc.
Encino
08.2009 - 08.2022
- Provided direct patient care in home settings for diverse health needs.
- Administered medications and monitored patients' vital signs regularly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication usage.
- Monitor ventilator machine at home with tracheostomy, stomach and stomach care, and assess environmental safety.
Medication nurse, treatment nurse
Hancock park Rehabilitation Center, ConvalescHosp
Los Angeles
02.2007 - 12.2007
- Administered medications according to established protocols and patient needs.
- Monitored patient responses to medications and reported any adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Reported symptoms and conditions of patients related to medication effects.
- Administered intravenous fluids and IV medications as ordered by physician.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assisted in wound care and dressing changes as required.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
- Monitor ventilator machine with tracheostomy, suctioning ect.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Arellano University
MANILA , Phillipines 05.1974 - 03.1979
Skills
- Adult patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Care plan coordination
- Committed to nursing practice using holistic approach Act as patient advocate as needed
- Ensure quality of care and open lines of communication between members of health team
- Extremely competent
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Difference Hospices Company
10.2016 - Current
Home Health Nurse
AAA TLC Health Care. Inc.
08.2009 - 08.2022
Medication nurse, treatment nurse
Hancock park Rehabilitation Center, ConvalescHosp
02.2007 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Arellano University
05.1974 - 03.1979