Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by observing responses from patients during therapy sessions or after medication administration periods have elapsed.
Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses and specialists in order to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Responded quickly to life threatening situations using appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - LVN
Howard College
San Angelo, TX
Skills
Feeding tube assistance
Wound care
IV therapy
Oxygen therapy
Vital signs monitoring
Bedside manner
Diabetes management
Medication administration
Patient mobility assistance
Catheter care
Patient hygiene assistance
Compassionate care
Elderly care
Certification
BLS current
Timeline
LVN
San Angelo State Supported Living Center
10.2024 - Current
BLS current
Some College (No Degree) - LVN
Howard College
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