Ruth Jimenez
McAllen
Summary
Accomplished LVN with a proven track record at Harlingen Medical Center, adept in HIPAA Compliance and demonstrating strong leadership. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient care through effective care planning and clinical documentation. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and diabetes management, consistently achieving improved patient outcomes. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Aveanna Heathcare
McAllen, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes to ensure timely interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
- Promoted a safe environment by identifying potential hazards and implementing preventative measures.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to diverse populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and special needs patients.
LVN
Harlingen Medical Center
Harlingen, TX
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes accurately to inform care adjustments.
LVN
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
McAllen, TX
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
HEB
Personal Shopper
Pharr, TX
10.2020 - 03.2024
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
LVN Student Nurse
South Texas Health System
McAllen, TX
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX12-2023
No Degree - Medical Assisting
The College of Health Care Professions
McAllen, TX05-2022
No Degree - Phlebotomy
The College of Health Care Professions
McAllen, TX05-2022
High School Diploma -
Alice High School
Alice, TX05-2020
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Health Promotion
- HIPAA Compliance
- Writing reports
- Care Planning
- Vital signs
- Medication Administration
- Preventative Care
- Diabetes management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
Certification
CMA- Certified Medical Assistant
PT- Phlebotomy Technician
Licensed Vocational Nurse- License Number 114432. Valid 2026-2028
BLS by The Red Cross- Valid 2026-2028
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty
Aveanna Heathcare
09.2024 - Current
LVN
Harlingen Medical Center
06.2024 - 12.2024
LVN
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
03.2024 - 05.2024
LVN Student Nurse
South Texas Health System
10.2023 - 11.2023
HEB
Personal Shopper
10.2020 - 03.2024
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
No Degree - Medical Assisting
The College of Health Care Professions
No Degree - Phlebotomy
The College of Health Care Professions
High School Diploma -
Alice High School