Susana Ibanez
San Antonio
Summary
Vocational nurse of 28 years experienced in hospital, long term care and home health settings with geriatric, adolescent, and pediatric clients. Strongly skilled and compassionate nurse with solid background as LVN Floor Nurse. Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality patient care and support, ensuring smooth unit operations. Proven skills in patient assessment and healthcare documentation. Professional healthcare provider well-prepared for role. Extensive experience in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre Admissions Nurse
Christus Health
San Antonio, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine medical history and eligibility for admission to ambulatory surgery center.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Identified potential risks or complications during pre-admission evaluations, resulting in proactive interventions and improved outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with anesthesiologist to review patient cases and develop appropriate admission recommendations based on clinical findings.
- Educated patients on necessary preparations before surgery or treatment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful outcomes.
LVN Floor Nurse
Baptist Healthcare System
San Antonio, TX
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
LVN Floor Nurse
Methodist Healthcare System
San Antonio, TX
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and assisted in developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
LVN Charge Nurse
Regent Care Oakwell Farms
San Antonio, TX
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patient responses and adjusting as necessary.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
LVN Charge Nurse
Regent Care Oakwell Farms
San Antonio, TX
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors by closely supervising CMAs during medication administration and ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, gastrostomy tubes, or oxygen supplies to effectively manage patient care.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
Education
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, Tx08-1997
Skills
- Postoperative care
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Physical assessment
- Wound care
- Pain management
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- Board Examination
- License, State of Texas #165617 October 30,1997; exp 06/2024
Timeline
Pre Admissions Nurse
Christus Health
03.2026 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Baptist Healthcare System
08.2023 - 02.2026
LVN Floor Nurse
Methodist Healthcare System
08.2022 - 08.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Regent Care Oakwell Farms
01.2022 - 08.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Regent Care Oakwell Farms
10.2019 - 06.2021
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Del Mar College