Soledad Hinojosa
Skidmore,TX
Summary
Accomplished Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager with a proven track record from Legacy Home Health and Hospice, specializing in chronic disease management and compassionate patient care. Expert in clinical assessment and multidisciplinary collaboration, significantly improving patient recovery rates. Demonstrates strong adherence to HIPAA and excels in patient assessments and care coordination. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Legacy Home Health and Hospice
05.2022 - Current
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Exclusive Home Health and Hospice
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Karnes County Residential Center
06.2012 - 04.2021
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- 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.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX05.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX05.2008
High School Diploma -
Skidmore-Tynan High School
Skidmore, TX05.1997
Skills
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Diabetes management
- Clinical assessment
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient care planning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Compassionate patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Monitoring
- Family Support
- HIPAA Compliance
- End of life care
- Medication Administration
- Geriatric Care
- Care Coordination
- Patient Assessments
- Post-Surgical Care
- Regulatory Compliance
- Physician Collaboration
- Catheter Care
- Treatment implementation
- Care Plan Adherence
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Legacy Home Health and Hospice
05.2022 - Current
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Exclusive Home Health and Hospice
11.2020 - 04.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Karnes County Residential Center
06.2012 - 04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
High School Diploma -
Skidmore-Tynan High School
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