Ovina Pena Trevino
License Practical Nurse, PN5171042
Zolfo Springs,FL
Summary
First of all, Im a Patient Advocate Nurse dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse of 15 years of experience with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment, from Home Health to Ambulatory Surgery Center. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations with other disciplines. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Analytical and strategic Preop Nurse with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Preop Nurse
Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center
Davenport, FL
07.2020 - Current
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of IV's with proper dressing.
- Prepared and sanitized rooms before surgical procedures and proper stocking of Preop bays.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and monitored responses, also Accu-checks.
- Preop verification of patients, surgery/procedures and any other lab work, or diagnostic testing results needed with MD office.
- Handled 75% calls per day to address patient inquiries and concerns, Scheduling , Preop calls of patient medications and medical history assessment to determine individual needs and assess any cardiac history with other disciplines that are out of "parameters of facility." Keep records updated to support accurate treatments.
- COVID Vaccinated/Non Vaccinated patients to protect individuals/staff with proper face mask's and proper handwashing and reporting any s/s of Covid.
- Met with and patients to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Reviewing individual instructions for procedure/surgery and medications administered and held morning of procedure/surgery. Also focusing on questions and concerns patient may have.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient procedure/surgery and Post op instructions.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility , providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking from PACU. Discharge instructions verbalized to patient/consented driver of any restrictions if noted and monitoring patient for any s/s that need to be reported to MD.
Endoscopy Technician
Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center
Davenport, FL
07.2020 - Current
- This position was on hands learning, 2-3 days/week
- Clean and sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other tools and equipment following established infection control procedures.
- Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.
- Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
- Setup patient charts and documented information while ensuring confidentiality.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain consent and record drug allergies prior to pre-procedure drug administration.
- Generate and complete daily sterilization, endo flush, and endoscopy scope logs.
- Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff by preparing for patient procedures.
LPN, Home Health Nurse
Doctors Choice Home Health
Lakeland, FL
09.2010 - 12.2016
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Assist patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Collaborated with Supervisor to procure medical equipment, supplies and services needed.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
- 20% of IV administration medications per, "LPN scope of Practice" and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- 75% of wound care used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FL 01.2022 - 12.2022
No Degree - Nursing
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL 01.1999 - 01.2002
Cosmetologist - Cosmetology
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FL 01.1996 - 12.1997
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Patient and family education
Clinical Documentation
Healthcare ethics
Medication Administration
Critical care
Professional bedside manner
Home care
Patient discharge
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Fluent in [Spanish]
Wound care
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse, 15 years
Willigness of hands on training if needed, Teamwork.
I have been trained with Endoscopy Reprocessing with proper chemical sterilization techniques and having Scopes ready for procedures with proper documentation and log inventory. PACU training, assessments, vitals, removal of IV's, dressings applied with Discharge instructions given and verbalized to patient and consented family member/friend and when to notify MD of any complications or concerns.
references
Carla G. Broadhead, LPN Resthaven Skilled Nursing Facility
863-781-2571
Hope Byer-Everd, RN, DON Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center
407-929-5554
Donna King, RN Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center
863-221-1126
Timeline
IV certified
12-2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
South Florida State College
01.2022 - 12.2022
BLS/CPR
02-2021
Preop Nurse
Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center
07.2020 - Current
Endoscopy Technician
Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center
07.2020 - Current
LPN, Home Health Nurse
Doctors Choice Home Health
09.2010 - 12.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse, 15 years
12-2006
No Degree - Nursing
Polk State College
01.1999 - 01.2002
Cosmetologist - Cosmetology
South Florida State College
01.1996 - 12.1997