Olivia M. Rodriguez
Summary
Highly motivated, compassionate, flexible, and dedicated licensed nurse. Experienced in a home health geriatric setting with a strong background in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response. 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, I am prepared to contribute effectively to any healthcare team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Lonestar Ranch and Rehabilitation Center
06.2021 - Current
- Utilize nursing knowledge and skills to safely implement basic preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patients/families as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes
- Perform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards
- Administer medication accurately, observing patient response, as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of adverse outcomes
- Maintain and coordinate communication among the patient/significant other, staff, and physician as evidenced by the medical record, client, and healthcare team feedback
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely patient status updates, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to the supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions, and took detailed records.
- Worked with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
LVN Charge Nurse
Wurzbach Nursing and Rehabilitation (Caraday)
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- 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.
- Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
Brightstar Care
12.2015 - 10.2019
- Assisted with daily activities such as feeding, bathing and dressing patients, Hoyer lift
- Assessed patient condition by monitoring vital signs, recording intake and output and keeping family informed
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
San Antonio College
San Antonio, Texas12.2020
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
St. Philips College
12.2019
Associate of Arts - Social Work
San Antonio College
San Antonio, Texas05.2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Patient care coordination
- Care planning
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Quality improvement
- Medical records management
- Delegation
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control protocols
- Resident care
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Texas, 10/11, 03/20
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers, 03/25
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), 05/20
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Lonestar Ranch and Rehabilitation Center
06.2021 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Wurzbach Nursing and Rehabilitation (Caraday)
06.2019 - 06.2021
Brightstar Care
12.2015 - 10.2019
Associate of Arts - Social Work
San Antonio College
Associate of Applied Science -
San Antonio College
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
St. Philips College
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