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Sylvia Hernandez

United States

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health LVN

Aveanna
San Diego, CA
03.2013 - Current
  • Assessed patient's physical and emotional condition during home visits.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate.
  • Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
  • Documented all treatments administered, observations made, and any changes in the patient's condition in an accurate manner according to agency policies and regulations.
  • Provided emotional support for both the patient and their family members throughout the course of treatment.
  • Reported any adverse reactions or significant changes in the patient's condition immediately to supervising Registered Nurse.
  • Ensured that all equipment used is properly maintained according to safety protocols.
  • Maintained a safe environment within the home setting by recognizing potential hazards or risks.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, feeding, ambulation assistance, as required.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Oceanside Unified School District
Oceanside, California
10.2011 - Current
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.

Education

LVN # VN 256645 - Board of Vocational Nursing

Department of Consumer Affairs
State Of California
12-2010

Skills

  • Physical Assessment
  • Wound Care
  • Family Communication
  • Clinical Documentation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Preventive Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • ADL Assistance
  • Catheter Care
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Vital signs
  • Compassionate Care
  • Home Health Care
  • Diabetes management
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Colostomy Care

Timeline

Home Health LVN

Aveanna
03.2013 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Oceanside Unified School District
10.2011 - Current

LVN # VN 256645 - Board of Vocational Nursing

Department of Consumer Affairs

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