SHYRA CAMACHO
Newport News,VA
Summary
Energetic and motivated Virginia Certified Licensed Practical Nurse. Dedicated to driving top-quality patient care. Offering fifteen years experience in home health, clinical setting and acute care environment. Skilled care of adult patients with chronic and acute conditions. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. 12+ years of medication administration. Experienced in conducting physical examinations, geriatric treatment knowledge, diabetes, hospice, and stroke patient care. Experience in acute and rehabilitative care and over 7+ years of psychiatric nursing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
DIAMOND HEALTH CARE
Williamsburg, VA
07.2015 - Current
- Observed patients and reported concerns to RN or physician on duty
- Dispensing medication, maintaining control of drugs and medicine
- Distributed medications to patients in proper doses, recorded times of administration to ensure ongoing accuracy- observed and reported changes
- Maintain active awareness of each patient's detox protocol, in addition, follow protocol for each patient's individualized evaluation.
- Tracking vital signs, performing lab draws/diagnostic tests per Dr. orders
- Managed and updated Electronic Medication Administration Record (EMAR)
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Tested blood glucose and administered insulin
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Train new nurse hires on facility's policies and procedures.
- Answer patient and family questions, and educate them on optimal treatment procedures during inpatient care and discharge.
LPN
CTR GROUP EMPLOYMENT AGENCY, 11843
Newport News, VA
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Perform practical nursing care and related technical work and treatment of patients
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Observe, record, and report on patients' general and specific physical/mental conditions, along with signs and symptoms that may indicate significant changes in conditions.
LPN
CUMBERLAND NURSING AND REHABILITATION 2461, RD
FAYETTEVILLE, NC
07.2013 - 10.2013
- Provided patients with basic care or treatments, including taking temperature or B/P.
- Distributed medications/prepared injections, observe patients, and response to medications and treatments.
- Record any changes in patient's health and document them in daily nursing notes.
- Delegating duties to CNAs and non-licensed staff.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- 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.
LPN
WILLCARE HOME HEALTH CARE
Jamestown, NY
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Worked as part of the health care team to assess patient's needs and plan and modify care plans to implement interventions
- Vitals, G-tube feeding, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, catheterizations, and tracheostomy tube change
- Responsible for administration of medication with a notation of dosage and time on the patient's chart.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
DSP
THE RESOURCE CENTER
Jamestown, NY
08.2002 - 12.2008
- Provided services to individuals with developmental disabilities to support independence and well being
- Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Worked with each client to assist with completing their daily living/ developed goals
- Documented responses to plans, including re-directing behaviors
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationships.
- Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
- Appointments and recreation activities to enhance the client's skills to build relationships within the community.
Education
Associate of Applied Science (RN) - Nursing
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA05.2023
LPN - Nursing
ERIE 2- CHATAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES
2615 North Maple Street (Route 394) Ashville, NY 01.2010
GED -
E2CCB Home Study Program (GRASP)
Jamestown, NY05.2000
Skills
- Patient Assessment/ Reporting Conditions
- Medication Administration/ Intramuscular Injections
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- HIPAA and Confidentiality Compliance
- Wound Dressing
- Recording Vital Signs
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Tracheostomy Care
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Infection Control Measures
- 12-Lead EKG Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- First Aid/BLS Certification
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Care Assessment
- Crisis Resolution
- Behavior Redirection
- Alcohol Withdrawal/Detox Protocols
- Suboxone Administration
- Behavioral Health
- Patient Discharge Consultation
- Self-Driven and Motivated
- Mental Health Disorders
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse # 0002090821
American Red Cross-Basic Life Support/First Aid
CPI Certified
Timeline
LPN
DIAMOND HEALTH CARE
07.2015 - Current
LPN
CTR GROUP EMPLOYMENT AGENCY, 11843
09.2014 - 04.2015
LPN
CUMBERLAND NURSING AND REHABILITATION 2461, RD
07.2013 - 10.2013
LPN
WILLCARE HOME HEALTH CARE
04.2010 - 03.2013
DSP
THE RESOURCE CENTER
08.2002 - 12.2008
Associate of Applied Science (RN) - Nursing
Thomas Nelson Community College
LPN - Nursing
ERIE 2- CHATAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES
GED -
E2CCB Home Study Program (GRASP)
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