Paulina Alejandra Leija, LVN
Laredo,Texas
Summary
New graduate LVN student with a strong foundation in nursing education and 448 clinical hours experience. Skilled in providing exceptional patient care, prioritizing tasks in high-pressure environments, and making quick and accurate decisions based on emergency protocols. Flexible and adaptable with experience working varied shifts. Bilingual with excellent communication skills to effectively work with patients from diverse backgrounds. Highly skilled in developing care plans, administering medication, and monitoring patient progress while collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to promote optimal health and quality of life for patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMS Dispatcher
Priority EMS
Laredo
04.2024 - Current
- As an EMS Dispatcher, I am responsible for answering emergency calls and obtaining necessary information from callers
- Responsible to communicate pre-arrival instructions to emergency medical personnel, helping first responders deliver appropriate care and support to individuals
- Dispatching appropriate EMS units in response to emergency calls
- Coordinating with EMS personnel in the field to ensure timely and efficient response
- Monitoring and tracking the status and location of EMS units in real-time
- Maintaining accurate records of all calls and dispatch activities
- Assisting with administrative duties as needed
- Utilizing Angeltrack dispatch software to navigate and operate
- Provide times for MEDCOM transfers
- Responsible to check in with crews and confirm arrival to base
- Verify Crew checklist was completed, and proper equipment assigned to crew is being used
- Have the responsibility and discretion to assign lunch breaks
- If crew member calls in or does not report for duty it is the dispatcher's responsibility to look for a replacement
- Responsible to manage ONCALL crews
- Ability to communicate pre-arrival instructions to emergency medical personnel, helping first responders deliver appropriate care and support to individuals
GVN-Student Nurse
Laredo College
Laredo, 78040
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided patient care, including vital signs and medication administration.
- Performed physical assessments of patients and reported abnormal findings to nurse.
- Monitored patient health status by observing behaviors, responses, and progress towards goals.
- Assisted in the development of individualized patient plans of care.
- Conducted clinical rounds to assess patients' needs and coordinate appropriate interventions with other healthcare providers as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of nursing interventions, treatments administered and patient response to treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
ROI Medical Records Specialist
VRC- Doctors Hospital of Laredo
Laredo
12.2018 - 12.2023
- As a healthcare record manager, my responsibility consisted in ensuring compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and Texas state law with regards to the release of medical records
- Process daily requests for medical records from authorized parties, including physicians, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and insurance companies, and prepare and notarize affidavits as necessary to facilitate the release of confidential information
- Maintain accurate and secure patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations, providing assistance in preparing medical records for transmission to other healthcare facilities and supporting medical staff by furnishing organized and accurate medical records
- Ensure the confidentiality of all patient records and sensitive information, conduct thorough reviews of patient charts to identify errors or discrepancies, and take corrective action as needed
- Additionally, uploading physician progress notes, histories, and physicals into electronic medical records systems, obtain necessary signatures for the release of confidential information, and provide patients with copies of their medical records upon request
- Furthermore, I respond to patient inquiries regarding their medical records, analyze complex medical records to identify areas for improvement, and implement measures to optimize record management processes and enhance overall efficiency
Education
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Laredo College
Laredo, TX08.2024
Science - Associate of Applied Science
Laredo College
Laredo, TX05.2023
Hector J. Garcia Early College High School -
Hector J. Garcia Early College High School
Laredo, TX06.2013
Skills
- Proficient in EMRs (Cerner, Meditech, A800, Angeltrack)
- Medication administration
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures
- Understanding of medical billing and coding
- Vital sign assessment and documentation
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Knowledge of patient safety protocols
- Problem-Solving
- Organization and Time Management
- The ability to learn quickly
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Charting Medication Administration
- Compassionate Care
- MS Office Suite skills
- Attention to Detail
- Data Entry
- Care plan management
- Patient Education
- Patient rights advocacy
- Geriatric Care
Certification
- LVN Certification, 08/2024
- Associate Of Science, 05/2023
- BLS Certification, EXP. 05/2025
- LVN License # 1171709, EXP. 11.30.26
Awards
AHEC SCHOLAR, 08/01/24
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
EMS Dispatcher
Priority EMS
04.2024 - Current
GVN-Student Nurse
Laredo College
08.2023 - 08.2024
ROI Medical Records Specialist
VRC- Doctors Hospital of Laredo
12.2018 - 12.2023
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Laredo College
Science - Associate of Applied Science
Laredo College
Hector J. Garcia Early College High School -
Hector J. Garcia Early College High School
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