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Vanessa Franco

Odessa,TX

Summary

As a future Registered Nurse, I bring a proven history of meticulously administering medications and delivering compassionate patient care across diverse medical settings during my tenure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. My expertise in patient assessment and precise implementation of treatment plans has consistently ensured meticulous documentation and enhanced healthcare team efficiency. I possess strong critical thinking skills and adhere rigorously to HIPAA guidelines, consistently improving patient outcomes. With experience in triaging patients, capturing vital information, and performing essential procedures like wound care, I demonstrate exceptional communication, prioritization, and multitasking abilities coupled with a compassionate approach. My background spans long-term care, corrections, and acute care facilities, reflecting a commitment to comprehensive healthcare delivery.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Crane Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring vital signs and patient condition.
  • Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Maxim Healthcare
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Medical Center Hospital
09.2020 - 02.2022
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
  • Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Business Office Cashier

Medical Center Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2020
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Cash posted insurance payments to patient accounts.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
12.2024

Vocational Nursing Certificate - Vocational Nursing

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
08.2020

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
12.2015

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX
12.2014

Associate of Science - Biology

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
12.2012

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Exceptional Time Management
  • Compassionate Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Education
  • Clinical judgment
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Assessment
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Treatment plan implementation
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • BLS Certified [Current]
  • ALS [Current]
  • PALS [Current]

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Crane Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Maxim Healthcare
02.2022 - 02.2023

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Medical Center Hospital
09.2020 - 02.2022

Business Office Cashier

Medical Center Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Odessa College

Vocational Nursing Certificate - Vocational Nursing

Odessa College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Odessa College

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Texas of The Permian Basin

Associate of Science - Biology

Odessa College
Vanessa Franco