A dedicated student pursing a BSN. I am eager to grow in my career and contribute to a healthcare team as LVN.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Intercommunity Care Center
Signal Hill, CA
08.2021 - Current
Conduct daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
Administer medication as prescribed to +40 patients
Responsible for the security of all medications with-in the facility
Assure the inventory of all medications, re-ordering as needed.
Assess and collect vital signs, report any changes to physician
Carry out new orders as prescribed by physicians, psychiatrists, nutritionist, dentist and other.
Obtain specimens and samples as ordered by physician, complete requisitions and assure timely delivery to appropriate laboratory
Maintain clinical charts and medication records and other medical and department needs
Responsible completing daily medicare charting, weekly summaries and any other updates that need to be charted on like changes in conditions, treatment or new medication, etc.
Coordinate communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Assist with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
Treatment and Desk Nurse as needed
LVN Floor Nurse
Nazareth Assisted Living
Los Angeles, CA
08.2018 - 11.2020
Nazareth House Assisted Living
Observe and evaluate resident’s physical, behavioral and emotional condition and responsible for communicating changes in condition to appropriate staff and family
Provide direct care such as medication administration, perform wound care, breathing treatments, blood sugar checks and insulin administration
Obtain specimens and samples as ordered by physician, complete requisitions and assure timely delivery to appropriate laboratory
Maintain clinical charts and medication records and other medical and department needs
Responsible for security of all medications with in the facility
Assure the inventory of all medications, re-ordering as needed.
Field Nurse
Haven Home Health and Hospice
Signal Hill, CA
07.2015 - 04.2018
Provided primary care services to patients in their homes.
Travel within territory to provide healthcare services to pediatric, adult and elderly patients
Follow rehabilitation and treatment plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, discomfort, infections or complications for optimal patient outcomes.
Assess, monitor and document patient progress/ symptoms.
Educated clients and families on safety and treatment regarding their illness or condition
Wound care, pressure ulcer care, wound vac care, DM management, CHF management, medication management, G-tube care, nutrition/ diet teaching, colostomy and urostomy care, foley catheter care, sub-q and IM injection administration and lab collection.
Collaborated with physicians, interdisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
Coordinated home health services including durable medical equipment delivery and setup.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Vocational Nursing Diploma -
Stanbridge College
01.2012
Skills
Patient Assessment
Medication Administration
Training and Development
Compassionate and Patient
Certification
Licensed Vocational Nurse, 272113
IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal
Basic Cardiac Life Support Certified (BCLS), American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish
References
References available upon request.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Intercommunity Care Center
08.2021 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Nazareth Assisted Living
08.2018 - 11.2020
Field Nurse
Haven Home Health and Hospice
07.2015 - 04.2018
Vocational Nursing Diploma -
Stanbridge College
Licensed Vocational Nurse, 272113
IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal
Basic Cardiac Life Support Certified (BCLS), American Heart Association
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