Rowena Vitug
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Valley Care Home Health
06.2018 - Current
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Enhanced patient recovery through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- Provided excellent wound care management, resulting in faster healing times for patients with complex wounds.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising Case manager.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Palomar Vista Healthcare Center
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Enhanced patient recovery through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- Provided excellent wound care management, resulting in faster healing times for patients with complex wounds.
- Improved overall patient outcomes through active participation in unit-based quality improvement initiatives.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients with chronic illnesses, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and self-management strategies.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Established positive rapport with families through regular updates on patient progress, addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes and streamlined care processes.
- Mitigated risk factors associated with fall incidents among high-risk populations through vigilant monitoring and implementation of appropriate interventions.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through effective communication, education, and emotional support.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives by participating in committees focused on process improvements within the nursing unit or organization as a whole.
- Documented medications administered, treatments, and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
- Managed complex wound care procedures, contributing to faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Prevented medication errors by carefully reviewing orders for accuracy in dosage calculations and compatibility with existing therapies before administration.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently administering medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Reduced patient anxiety levels during procedures by providing clear explanations and offering emotional support throughout the process.
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
- Safeguarded patients'' rights by advocating for their preferences while maintaining confidentiality of personal health information.
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
- Strengthened continuity of care by effectively collaborating with physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Promoted a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients, adhering to strict infection control protocols and addressing potential hazards quickly.
- Upheld regulatory compliance through strict adherence to facility policies, federal and state laws, and nursing practice standards.
- Reduced patient recovery time by providing compassionate and attentive nursing support to patients in various stages of treatment.
- Maintained accurate medical records through diligent documentation of nursing interventions, assessments, evaluations, and changes in condition.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Education
No Degree - License Vocational Nurse
Career Care Institute - Lancaster
Moreno Valley, United States08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Major in English
Saint Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines10.1997
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral assessment
- Mental Health Support
- Treatment plan implementation
- Patient Education
- Catheter Care
- Wound treatment
- Documenting intake
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Safety
- Medication Administration
- Disease Prevention
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Valley Care Home Health
06.2018 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Palomar Vista Healthcare Center
01.2018 - 09.2021
No Degree - License Vocational Nurse
Career Care Institute - Lancaster
Bachelor of Arts - Major in English
Saint Louis University
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