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Nalani Pena

Edinburg,Texas

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 4+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Analytical and strategic nurse with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Dedicated nursing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Chronic Care Management

Accuhealth
McAllen, TX
03.2024 - 09.2024

Patient follow ups, Support communications for medication refills or patient concerns for doctors, Patient education, Assistant with Drs. Appointment, referrals, and Dme.

Home Health LVN

Aveanna Heathcare
Pharr, TX
02.2020 - 03.2024
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Optum and Dino Charters to keep team informed of changing conditions.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

QA Nurse

Freedom Home Healthcare LLC
McAllen, TX
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.

LPN Covid-19 Vaccine Nurse

TLC Pharmacy
Mission, TX
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.

Office Manager

Lee's Loading Service
Mission, TX
03.2002 - 10.2015
  • Managed budgets, appointment scheduling, employee and event itineraries and accounts to improve productivity initiatives.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Oversaw quality control and productivity rates to increase revenue and production times.
  • Established and developed strong administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation and fostering career advancement.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for all administrative employees.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Evaluated employee records and productivity to complete employee evaluations.
  • Utilized client and staff feedback to maintain customer partnerships and increase revenue.
  • Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.

Education

Pre Requisites - Associates of Nursing

South Texas College
Mcallen, TX

License in Nursing - Nursing

Career Point College
San Antonio, TX
07.2010

Skills

  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Procedure Explanation
  • Patient Observation
  • Examination and Test Preparation
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing

Patient education

Additional Information

CPR instructor for the red Cross from 2021 to 2022

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Chronic Care Management

Accuhealth
03.2024 - 09.2024

QA Nurse

Freedom Home Healthcare LLC
03.2023 - 10.2023

LPN Covid-19 Vaccine Nurse

TLC Pharmacy
10.2021 - 02.2022

Home Health LVN

Aveanna Heathcare
02.2020 - 03.2024

Office Manager

Lee's Loading Service
03.2002 - 10.2015

Pre Requisites - Associates of Nursing

South Texas College

License in Nursing - Nursing

Career Point College
Nalani Pena