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Rosa Sanchez

Stockton,CA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infection Control Nurse

WINSOR ELM HAVEN
STOCKTON, CA
10.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive infection prevention plans for medical staff, patients, and visitors.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for healthcare personnel on proper infection control techniques.
  • Ensured that all patient care equipment was properly cleaned, sanitized, and sterilized according to established guidelines.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Tracked patient responses following administration of vaccines or other medications.
  • Participated in quality assurance activities aimed at ensuring proper storage, handling, and disposal of vaccines.
  • Provided patient education on the importance of vaccinations and preventive care measures.

LVN Charge Nurse

Sweetwater Care
Galt, CA
06.2014 - Current
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
  • Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
  • Created and implemented care plans after reviewing patients' imaging and test results, working closely with other members of interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
  • Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.

LVN

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Stockton, CA
02.2020 - 09.2021
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
  • 1:1 observation as well as every 15 min safety rounds.
  • Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.

LVN Hospice Nurse

Absolute Caterers
Sacramento, CA
12.2015 - 01.2020
  • Under direct supervision of RN Case Manager, follow care plan orders, make routine visits for patient care and report back to RN
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Collaborate with M.D for orders and medication changes.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, end of life arrangements, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.

Education

Diploma, Vocational Nursing Program -

Xavier College
01.2014

Skills

  • Bilingual Spanish speaking
  • Wound cleaning/care
  • Patient transfers
  • Bed making
  • Colostomy care
  • ADL assistance
  • Taking vital signs
  • Use of mechanical lifts
  • G-Tube placement and medication administration
  • Feeding assistance
  • Knowledge of emergency care and medication order input
  • Enter orders
  • Oxygen administration
  • Specimen collection and processing
  • Basic first aid
  • Blood withdrawal
  • EKG set up
  • Injections
  • Suture removal
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Ear irrigation

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • IV Certified

References

  • Catherine Medel RN (Dycora Transitional Health now Sweetwatercare), 619-915-1400
  • Eva Acevedo RN CHCF/PIP, 209-450-2569

Timeline

Infection Control Nurse

WINSOR ELM HAVEN
10.2021 - Current

LVN

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
02.2020 - 09.2021

LVN Hospice Nurse

Absolute Caterers
12.2015 - 01.2020

LVN Charge Nurse

Sweetwater Care
06.2014 - Current

Diploma, Vocational Nursing Program -

Xavier College

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