Nancy Moreno
Rochester,NY
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of experience in patient care. Specializes in emergency response, care plan documentation, and patient education. Skilled in tracking patient details, managing laboratory samples, and providing mobility support. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams to enhance treatment outcomes and ensure patient safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Public Partnership Home Care LLC
Latham, New York
02.2015 - Current
- Facilitated daily living activities and personal care tasks to enhance patient comfort and independence.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Performed range-of-motion exercises with immobile patients to prevent muscle atrophy.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to address patient needs and concerns, ensuring quality care.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Trained new staff on patient care protocols and best practices in home care settings.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Provided emotional support for distressed patients and families during difficult times.
- Coordinated transportation and appointments for patients.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
Licensed Practical Nurse
RRHS
Rochester, New York
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation of care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Licensed Practical Nurse
LifeTime Care
Rochester, New York
08.2008 - 09.2017
- Reviewed patient charts, ordered laboratory tests, escorted patients to examination rooms, obtained vital signs, and updated records to ensure comprehensive care.
- Supported patient assessments and recorded vital signs for accurate charting.
- Completed physical checks by measuring vital signs, height, and weight.
- Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances, and narcotics according to prescriptions.
- Immunized patients through vaccine administration to protect against communicable diseases.
- Provided basic patient care by recording vital signs, dressing wounds, and administering treatments.
- Monitored changes in patient conditions during assessments in patient conditions and shared concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Explained treatment plans and medication instructions to patients in clear, simple language.
- Protected patient confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Took part in continuing education activities to stay current on best practices.
- Managed appointment books and coordinated staff schedules efficiently.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Ann's Nursing Home
Rochester, New York
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
- Supported daily living activities to promote patient independence and comfort.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grace H Dodge VHS
Bronx, NY06-1980
Some College (No Degree) - LPN
Instituto Banca Y Comercio
Mayaguez, PRSkills
- Patient observation
- Vital sign evaluation
- Medication delivery
- Care documentation
- Specimen acquisition
- Emergency response
- Infection control
- Safety adherence
- Appointment coordination
- Scheduling
- Task management
- Vital signs tracking
- Nursing background
- Clear communication
- Written communication
- Teamwork
- OSHA adherence
- Scheduling
Certification
- LPN
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
RRHS
10.2017 - 12.2018
PCA
Public Partnership Home Care LLC
02.2015 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
LifeTime Care
08.2008 - 09.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Ann's Nursing Home
08.2007 - 07.2008
High School Diploma -
Grace H Dodge VHS
Some College (No Degree) - LPN
Instituto Banca Y Comercio