Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Patricia Pedraza

Patricia Pedraza

LVN
San Antonio,TX

Summary

Experienced Primary Coordinator with a strong track record in managing nursing teams at Compass Connections, specializing in health system programs and organizational management. Achievements include successful coordination of the Texas Vaccines for Children Program, reflecting a dedication to preventive care and health education. Proficient in utilizing technology for enhanced healthcare delivery, with expertise in UC Portal and Allscripts software. Aiming to further advance healthcare initiatives through innovative solutions and comprehensive team leadership. Or any other areas of expertise that I am trained and competent, where the opportunity arises.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Primary Coordinator

Compass Connections formerly known-Baptist Children Family Services
San Antonio, Texas
07.2021 - 08.2024
  • Currently leading and training a group of nurses in our program for the shelter and staff secure programs, as well as other BCFS programs at other campuses.
  • Primary Coordinator for the Texas Vaccines for Children Program for both programs I work under: Shelter and Staff Secure Programs.
  • Along with performing the nursing admission intake process for the reunification of the minor.
  • Address any medical condition or issue.
  • Assists in the management of epidemiological data gathering and analysis for preventable disease control and prevention, as needed.
  • Prepares equipment and supplies necessary for the administration of immunizations for immunization clinics, in adherence with the DSHS Immunization Standing Orders and physician orders.
  • Monitors clinical services and performs by participating in quality management activities and collaborating to continue improvement in services provided.
  • Assists other professional health care personnel in the immediate control of acute disease epidemics.
  • Assisted in the Staff Secure Program (Special Mental Health Behavior Population).

County Head Nurse

Webb County - Nurse Indigent Health Dept.
Laredo, Texas
04.2015 - 06.2021
  • Currently performing professional, technical, and administrative nursing duties, primarily in rural areas of Webb County, that include, but are not limited to, immunizations, tuberculosis testing and treatment, communicable diseases, and preventive care.
  • I work under the direction of the Webb County Indigent Health Care/Public Health Services Department Director, and under the clinical supervision of the Department of State Health Services Region 11 Medical Director or designee.
  • Maintaining budgets is cost-effective without jeopardizing the client's well-being or health.
  • Coordinate services consistent with Department of State Health Services policies and procedures, Standing Delegation Orders, and Protocols.
  • Provides education, counseling, and guidance, as well as educational material, on the prevention of disease and maintenance of health, depending on the needs of the patient.
  • Interviews the patient to obtain an appropriate health history and documents accordingly.
  • Responsible for updating demographic information, history, and other pertinent information as needed.
  • Report any abnormal findings to the Regional Medical Director or designee, as appropriate.
  • Assists in coordinating treatment and follow-up with other health agencies to promote and provide a complete system of health care delivery to patients.
  • Chart temperature, pulse, respirations (TPR), blood pressure, and blood glucose as required.
  • Responsible for maintaining and documenting appropriate medical records and reports.
  • Review the physician's orders.
  • Receive verbal orders from the physician, and transcribe the physician's order sheet.
  • Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment.
  • Must maintain complete confidentiality in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and any other applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations regarding individuals' personal and health information.
  • Must maintain a considerate and respectful attitude toward individuals receiving services.
  • And any other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse

Encinal County Jail
Encinal, Texas
07.2014 - 11.2014
  • Performed basic fundamental nursing duties such as intake process, medication administration, chronic care management, care coordinator, and special treatment needs plan coordinator, (patient continuity of care for the incoming detained with preexisting medical conditions).
  • Qualified Mental Health Provider upon detainees' intake process and during their detention period.
  • Preparation of discharging records for a transitioning detainee.
  • Provide computer training on policy and procedures to new nursing staff.
  • Generated medical status reports for ICE administration
  • Quality Assurance Assistant.
  • Shift Supervisor Assistant.
  • Upon needed, Jail Ministry Outreach and work along with CCA Detention Center's Chaplain. (Approved by US Marshal/Warden/ Corporate Office)

Buena Vida Program Nurse

City of Laredo Health Dept.
Laredo, Texas
02.2013 - 10.2013
  • Health Promoter, Prevention, and Education.
  • This program helps low income/uninsured clients to get baseline routine laboratory and review information without consulting a doctor
  • However, the Buena Vida Program advises, counsels, and, if necessary, refers clients to seek further medical attention for appropriate and adequate treatment.
  • I also assisted in the laboratory department during the early mornings, during my shift.

Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse -Lead Nurse

Corrections Corporation of America
Laredo, Texas
08.2004 - 06.2013
  • Acting Shift Supervisor for 6 months
  • PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Staff Assistant for the female inmate.
  • QA (Quality Assurance) Staff Nurse.
  • Infection Control/Biohazard Head Nurse.
  • Performed basic fundamental nursing duties such as intake process, medication administration, chronic care management coordinator, and special treatment needs plan coordinator (patient continuity of care for the incoming detainee with pre-existing medical conditions).
  • Qualified Mental Health Provider upon detainees' intake process, and during their detention process.
  • TB Program, Chronic Care Management - Jail Outreach Reporting, alongside the City of Laredo Health Dept.
  • Dental Clinic Coordinator and Dental Hygienist Assistant.
  • Applicant/Employee (Physical, Hearing, Drug Testing) Screenings.
  • Preparation of discharging records for a transitioning detainee.
  • Provided computer training on policy and procedures to new nursing staff, and annual/update trainings.
  • Generated medical status reports for ICE administration.
  • Short-term period of Acting Supervisor for the medical department.

Nurse

Asthma and Allergy Specialist Clinic
Laredo, Texas
10.2002 - 03.2003
  • Performed insurance inquiries, patient history, and baseline medical information, scheduling regular clinical visits, onsite clinical testing, therapeutic allergy immunization, and patient education.
  • Occasionally assisted Dr. Gary Unzeitig with oncology (diagnostic/research) procedures.

Correctional Nurse

Corrections Corporation of America
Laredo, Texas
05.1999 - 12.2000
  • Performed basic fundamental nursing duties such as: Intake Process, Medication Administration, Chronic Care Management - Coordinator and Special Treatment Needs Plan Coordinator, (patient continuity of care for the incoming detainee with a pre-existing medical conditions)
  • Qualified Mental Health Provider upon detainees intake process and during their detention time-period
  • TB Program Management & Tuberculosis Jail Outreach Reporting along side with the City of Laredo Health Dept
  • Infection/Biohazard Control
  • Dental Clinic Coordinator and dental hygienist assistant
  • Applicant/Employee (Physical /Hearing/ Drug Testing) Screenings
  • Preparation of discharging records to a transitioning detainee
  • Provided computer training of policy and procedures to new nursing staff and annual/update trainings
  • Generated medical status reports for ICE administration
  • Short term period of Acting Supervisor for the medical department

Medical Surgical Nurse II

Doctors Hospital
Laredo, Texas
02.1999 - 04.1999
  • Assessing, Monitoring, Medication Administration, Discharging and patient teaching -Post Surgeries

Education

Licensed Vocational Certificate -

Laredo Community College
02.1999

High School Diploma -

Raymond & Tirza Martin High School
01.1994

Bachelor of Science - Nursing -didn't complete degree

Accepted into Texas A&M University

Skills

  • Health System Programs
  • UCPortal
  • Web EOC
  • Point of Click Comfort
  • Salesforce program
  • HHS Enterprise Portal
  • Health Information Specialist
  • Allscripts software
  • Office Equipment
  • Texas Registry
  • ImmTrac2
  • Electronic Vaccine Inventory Program
  • Texas Wide-Integrated Client Encounter Services
  • Comprehensive Clinic Assessment Software
  • Internal Data Reporting
  • Organizational skills
  • Public Relations
  • Networking
  • Typing
  • Data entry
  • Answering calls
  • Fax
  • Copy machine
  • Scan documents
  • Word / PDF
  • Excel
  • Temperature Monitoring Data Loggers
  • Back up the UPC Battery Pack
  • PowerPoint
  • Publisher

Certification

  • Texas Board of Nursing License, current
  • CPR BLS & First Aid- American Heart Association, current
  • HIPPA
  • Information Confidentiality and Privacy
  • Primary Coordinator for Texas Vaccines for Children Program
  • Primary Coordinator for Adult Safety Net
  • Vision and Hearing Screening
  • Cohort Covid-19 Isolation Training
  • Office Refugee Resettlement Program Training
  • PROAct Training (Talking to child to bring behavior to baseline post erratic behavior incident)
  • Communication and Body Language
  • Boundaries, Ethics and Reporting
  • Which Way Home (Video -Migration Journey)
  • Preventing Workplace Harassment
  • Development Interventions Young Children
  • Trauma and Socio Cultural Responsive
  • Human/Child Trafficking
  • Human Behavior LGTBQ+
  • Children Post Traumatic Behavior
  • Teenage Disruptive Behaviors
  • Vicarious Traumas
  • Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior
  • Sexual Harassment Prevention/ Education
  • Prison Rape Elimination Act Orientation
  • FEMA Training
  • Phlebotomy Training
  • Wound Care and Dressing Change Management -Laredo Medical Center
  • Radio Code Communication
  • Pressure Points Control Tactics
  • Pepper Spray/ Chemical Exposure Drill for Riots

Affiliations

  • City/County Health Immunization Clinics (FLU & COVID)
  • Operation Lone Star Participant
  • FEMA Member

Accomplishments

  • Webb County Nurse Appreciation Award
  • Operation Lone Star Award
  • Employee of the year on two occasions
  • Courage Award
  • Assistant Leader to Praise and Worship Dance Arts Ministry for 10 years
  • Social Media Creator for the Dance Minister

Timeline

Primary Coordinator

Compass Connections formerly known-Baptist Children Family Services
07.2021 - 08.2024

County Head Nurse

Webb County - Nurse Indigent Health Dept.
04.2015 - 06.2021

Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse

Encinal County Jail
07.2014 - 11.2014

Buena Vida Program Nurse

City of Laredo Health Dept.
02.2013 - 10.2013

Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse -Lead Nurse

Corrections Corporation of America
08.2004 - 06.2013

Nurse

Asthma and Allergy Specialist Clinic
10.2002 - 03.2003

Correctional Nurse

Corrections Corporation of America
05.1999 - 12.2000

Medical Surgical Nurse II

Doctors Hospital
02.1999 - 04.1999

Licensed Vocational Certificate -

Laredo Community College

High School Diploma -

Raymond & Tirza Martin High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing -didn't complete degree

Accepted into Texas A&M University

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