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Ruth Forestal

Port Saint Lucie,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, IV insertion and infection control, Tracheostomy care, Foley Catheter Care, Medications administration, care management, documentation. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Raulerson HCA Hospital
Okeechobee, FL
05.2023 - Current
  • Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.

LPN

VITAS Healthcare
Port St Lucie , FL
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
  • Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.

Education

Associate of Science -

Herzing University
Orlando, FL
08-2023

Associate of Science -

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02-2020

GED -

Atlantic Technical College
Pompano Beach, FL
01-2019

Atlantic Technical College
Pompano Beach, FL
01-2019

Skills

  • Health Education
  • Samples Collection
  • Emergency Response
  • Physical Assessment
  • Wound Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Family Communication
  • Care Planning
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • ADL Assistance
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Educating Families
  • Documenting Incidents
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Management
  • Patient Assessments

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nursing
  • IV Certification
  • CPR
  • Acute Care Training

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Creole
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

LPN

Raulerson HCA Hospital
05.2023 - Current

LPN

VITAS Healthcare
10.2022 - 01.2024

Associate of Science -

Herzing University

Associate of Science -

Broward College

GED -

Atlantic Technical College

Atlantic Technical College

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