Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in patient assessment, medication management, and direct care in home and clinical settings. Delivered compassionate support to patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams through effective communication and adaptable care planning. Focused on ensuring safe, respectful care that promotes comfort and positive patient outcomes.
Work History
Caregiver
18 Years 7 Months
Constance Acevedo | 03.2008 - Current
Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily personal care routines.
Supported mobility transfers and maintained safe walking assistance throughout home care.
Prepared nutritious meals and followed dietary instructions for client health needs.
Provided medication reminders and monitored adherence to prescribed schedules.
Managed light housekeeping, laundry, and sanitation to maintain comfortable living spaces.
Offered companionship and emotional support to reduce isolation and encourage engagement.
Licensed Practical Nurse
18 Years 7 Months
Maxim Home Health Care | 03.2008 - Current
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Licensed Practical Nurse
4 Years 7 Months
Maxim Home Healthcare | 06.2002 - 01.2007
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 7 Months
Fresno County Jail | 08.1999 - 03.2002
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
7 Months
Sanger General Hospital | 01.1999 - 08.1999
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Provided wound care, dressing changes, and infection control measures to promote safe patient recovery.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Provided wound care to ensure patient comfort and recovery, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 3 Months
Sierra Kings District Hospital | 10.1997 - 01.1999
Administered medications and monitored patient responses in accordance with physician orders and nursing protocols.
Recorded vital signs, intake and output, and patient observations to support accurate clinical assessments.
Assisted registered nurses with admissions, discharges, and routine bedside care for diverse patient populations.
Documented care activities and patient status updates in electronic medical records with accuracy and timeliness.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate treatment plans and address changing patient needs.
Educated patients and families on medications, follow-up care, and discharge instructions.