Nina Vaughan
Bastrop,TX
Summary
Professional nurse with strong background in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response. Brings focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and thorough clinical skills including wound care, patient assessments, and electronic health record management. Prepared to contribute effectively to any healthcare team.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
UTMB/McConnell Unit
LVN Floor Nurse
Willow Springs Center
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Type environment.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on Type floor.
LVN Charge Nurse
Briarwood Center
09.2023 - 05.2024
LPN/LVN
Willow Springs
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
LVN Floor Nurse
Care Inn of LaGrange
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Type environment.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Supported patients during diagnostic procedures, ensuring their comfort and clearly explaining each step of the process.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Promoted continuity of care through seamless handovers during shift changes by updating colleagues on pertinent patient information and status updates.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, progress, and care interventions for informed decision-making among healthcare professionals.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on Type floor.
- Measured and recorded patients' vital signs every hour.
LVN Floor Nurse
Silver Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Type environment.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
- Supported patients during diagnostic procedures, ensuring their comfort and clearly explaining each step of the process.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, progress, and care interventions for informed decision-making among healthcare professionals.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on Type floor.
LVN Floor Nurse
Towers Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2011 - 08.2019
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Type environment.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
- Supported patients during diagnostic procedures, ensuring their comfort and clearly explaining each step of the process.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Promoted continuity of care through seamless handovers during shift changes by updating colleagues on pertinent patient information and status updates.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on Type floor.
LVN Charge Nurse
UTMB/TDCJ
07.1996 - 08.2005
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Streamlined nursing processes by developing and implementing evidence-based protocols for various clinical situations.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Type environment.
- Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on Type floor.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Education
LVN - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX08.1979
Skills
IV insertion, Lab Blood draw Trache Care, Gastric Tube feeding,
Other Languages
Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Willow Springs Center
07.2024 - 02.2025
LVN Charge Nurse
Briarwood Center
09.2023 - 05.2024
LPN/LVN
Willow Springs
09.2021 - 02.2023
LVN Floor Nurse
Silver Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2020 - 05.2021
LVN Floor Nurse
Care Inn of LaGrange
10.2020 - 10.2021
LVN Floor Nurse
Towers Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2011 - 08.2019
LVN Charge Nurse
UTMB/TDCJ
07.1996 - 08.2005
LVN Charge Nurse
UTMB/McConnell Unit
LVN - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
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