Vanessa Gonzalez
San Antonio
Summary
Dedicated LVN with extensive experience at Wurzbach Nursing and Rehab, specializing in wound care and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective medication administration. Skilled in clinical documentation and patient education, fostering strong relationships with patients and families to empower health management.
Experienced with patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Utilizes effective communication and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes and workflows. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and patient support techniques to ensure high-quality care.
Knowledgeable LVN with solid foundation in patient care, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to support healthcare teams and contribute to high-quality patient outcomes. Demonstrated compassionate patient interaction and effective communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Wound Care Nurse
Wurzbach Nursing and Rehab
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Coordinate with Wound care physician on a daily basis on patient prognosis and continuing care
- Ordered necessary equipment for wound care patients. Such as specialty beds and wound vac equipment.
- Oversee medications being used and administered for wound care patients
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Facilitated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
LVN Charge Nurse
Blanco Villa Nursing and Rehab
08.2011 - 12.2020
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Decreased hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families regarding medications, self-care techniques, and follow-up appointments.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX05-2012
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Diabetes management
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Patient observation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Patient intake
- Elderly care
- Feeding tube assistance
- Tracheostomy care
- Behavioral health support
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Triage management
- Nursing care planning
- Bedside manner
- Diagnostic testing
- Medical equipment operation
- IV therapy
- Oxygen therapy
- Charting and documentation
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Patient mobility assistance
- Direct patient care
- Immunization administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Breathing treatments
- ADL assistance
- Vital signs
- Health education
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient relationship building
- Outpatient care
- Emergency response
- Patient assessments
- Patient triaging
- Medication dispensing
- Clinical judgment
- Care planning
- Family communication
- Documenting intake
- Transcribing orders
- Geriatric care
- Patient evaluations
- Physical assessment
- Staff supervision
- Maintaining nutrition
- Preventive care
- Patient management
- Chronic disease management
- Caregiving skills
- Mental health support
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Medical records management
- Palliative care
- Inpatient care
- Behavioral assessment
- Case management
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Writing reports
- Verbal and written communication
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Quality assurance
- Educating families
- Caring for wounds
- HIPAA protocols
- Documenting incidents
- Charting and recording
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Counting narcotics
- Tracking symptoms
- Samples collection
- Vocational support
- Licensed practical nurse
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education
Accomplishments
Certifications in IV therapy
Wound Vac experience
Employee of the month at Blanco Villa
Certification
IV therapy Certified
Infection control certified
Timeline
LVN Wound Care Nurse
Wurzbach Nursing and Rehab
02.2021 - 11.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Blanco Villa Nursing and Rehab
08.2011 - 12.2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
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