Oliva Arriaga
Sealy
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinic Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Clinic
01.2021 - Current
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Helped charge nurse staff unit and achieve coverage goals.
- Knowledge and expertise of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
- Knowledgeable of laws, rules and regulations; standards and guidelines of certifying and accrediting bodies; hospital and department/unit standards, protocols, policies and procedures.
- Knowledgeable of medical terminology; methods and practices of health promotion, risk reduction, illness and disease prevention and management; medications and drugs, common dosages, their physical and physiological effects, and possible adverse reactions.
- Knowledgeable of medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
- Able to communicate thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing.
- Increased social skills to interact with a wide-range of constituencies.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Observed changes in the medical condition of patients and effectively communicated these changes to other nursing staff members and physicians/providers.
- Provided age-specific, quality, patient-centered care to all patients through the nursing process and standards of nursing practice with care and respect for the diversity of human experience.
- General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
Home Health Nurse
Accent Care
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Inserted catheters and completed tracheostomy care for patients.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Provided care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Assisted in the development and implemented discharge plans to promote continued care after discharge.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Epic Home Health Services
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Reported findings to DON after conducting routine Medication and Nursing Documentation audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Special Kids Care
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Communicated with patients and family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
- Identified health issues and contacted patient's physician to discuss best method for resolution.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Assisted RN in determining and addressing individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Private Home Health Nurse
Girling Home Health
08.2006 - 02.2008
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care, trach care, oxygen use, tube feedings, catheter and rehabilitation.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations.
Private Home Health Nurse
Calvary Care
02.2005 - 08.2006
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Communicated with patients and family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
- Identified health issues and contacted patient's physician to discuss best method for resolution.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Assisted RN in determining and addressing individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Medical Surgical Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center
08.2003 - 02.2005
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Assessed patient status before and after procedures to communicate abnormalities to physicians.
- Inserted catheters and completed tracheostomy care for patients.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Liaised with physicians to coordinate and assist with patient examinations and treatments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Lead Mentor
Volunteer Position For CCF
03.2004 - 07.2004
- Mentor-Pavilion-non-profit organization mentoring men and women.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Assisted mentees in developing strong values.
- Assisted other mentors in setting and achieving goals in the spiritual development of their mentees.
- Regularly assessed progress and provided feedback to support continued development.
- Provided guidance and grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm.
- Planned, developed, and implemented strategies to convey information with key decision makers.
- Developed and led special events that increased decision making, problem-solving and good judgment.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to foster development of problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Taught classes and presented information sessions on subjects related to personal/spiritual development.
- Translation/Interpretation
- Project Manager for conferences and work shops.
Education
LVN - Practical Nursing
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX08.2003
Skills
- Proficient in, translation; bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Nurse Collaboration
- Patient Medical Histories
- Patient Health Information Access
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Emotional Support
- Telephone Triage
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Patient Charting
- Nursing Care
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Patient Education
- Medical Terminology
- ADLs Assistance
- Treatment Implementation
- Care Planning
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Care
- Medical Supply Management
- Spiritual Encouragement
- Intake Assessment
- Operational Standards
- Microsoft Office
- HIPAA Regulations
- Medication Administration
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Diet and Nutrition
- Convalescent Care
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Diagnostic Software
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Medical Device Prescriptions
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Clear Patient Communication
- Delegation and Motivation
- Update Electronic Charts
- Compassionate and Caring
- Ear Irrigations, Wound Care, Urinary Catheter placement, NGT and Feeding Tube placement
- General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, electronic medical documentation, and email
Cooking and Writing
I love to cook Mexican food, recipes that I have learned from family and friends.
Writing is a form of therapy. It helps to bring things into a better perspective. I am in the process of writing a book.
Timeline
Clinic Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Clinic
01.2021 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Accent Care
10.2019 - 01.2021
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Epic Home Health Services
07.2019 - 10.2019
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Special Kids Care
09.2017 - 07.2019
Private Home Health Nurse
Girling Home Health
08.2006 - 02.2008
Private Home Health Nurse
Calvary Care
02.2005 - 08.2006
Lead Mentor
Volunteer Position For CCF
03.2004 - 07.2004
Medical Surgical Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center
08.2003 - 02.2005
LVN - Practical Nursing
Wharton County Junior College
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