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Shiela Marie Ralls

Freer

Summary

Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with a proven track record at Windsor Nursing and Rehab in Alice excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Leveraging strong clinical judgment, I enhanced patient satisfaction through holistic care, effectively addressing diverse needs while ensuring safety and compliance in medication protocols. Committed to delivering exceptional direct patient care and education.

Healthcare professional prepared to drive patient care excellence and lead nursing teams effectively. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction and implementing efficient nursing workflows. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, with expertise in patient assessment and care planning.

Diligent LVN with solid background in managing patient care and supervising nursing staff. Successfully led initiatives to improve patient outcomes and streamline nursing procedures. Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations and ensure team adherence to best practices.

Professional with strong background in vocational nursing, equipped to lead and support nursing teams. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and critical thinking. Known for effective collaboration, adaptability, and consistently achieving positive outcomes in dynamic healthcare environments. Strong leadership skills and focus on patient-centered care drive performance and team success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Alice, TX
06.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring compliance with care plans.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team for timely interventions.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs and preferences.
  • Supervised and trained junior staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
  • Implemented infection control measures, maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient health status to identify potential complications early.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
  • Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
  • Strengthened continuity of care by effectively collaborating with physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Improved overall team efficiency by mentoring new nursing staff members on facility policies, procedures, equipment usage, and documentation requirements.
  • Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
  • Established positive rapport with families through regular updates on patient progress, addressing concerns promptly.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores through effective communication, education, and emotional support.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through diligent documentation of nursing interventions, assessments, evaluations, and changes in condition.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Meridian Nursing And Rehab
Alice, TX
03.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Retama Manor Nursing Center
Alice, TX
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

REGISTERED NURSE

Mandaue Public Hospital
Cebu, Philippines
03.2012 - 06.2012
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

REGISTERED NURSE

Velez Hospital
Cebu, Philippines
09.2011 - 02.2012
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Education

Vocational Nursing - Nursing

Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Velez College
Cebu
04-2011

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Respiratory care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Health education
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • Geriatric care
  • Policy compliance
  • Disease prevention
  • Home health care
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Dementia knowledge and care
  • Patient care
  • Critical thinking
  • Excellent communication
  • CPR certification
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Intravenous medications
  • Patient charting
  • Patient observation
  • Wound care
  • Specimen collection
  • Medical terminology
  • Infection control
  • Nursing staff supervision

Accomplishments

  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.

LANGUAGES

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - Current

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Meridian Nursing And Rehab
03.2023 - 01.2025

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Retama Manor Nursing Center
02.2022 - 01.2023

REGISTERED NURSE

Mandaue Public Hospital
03.2012 - 06.2012

REGISTERED NURSE

Velez Hospital
09.2011 - 02.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Velez College

Vocational Nursing - Nursing

Coastal Bend College
Shiela Marie Ralls