Veronica Fuentes
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with a focus on home health care, skilled in vital signs monitoring to help enhance patient recovery and independence. Demonstrates strong collaboration skills with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and educate families on health management strategies. Committed to delivering excellence in nursing practices and compassionate care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health LVN
Unison Health Services
Alhambra, California
07.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Communicated with family members about medical issues or concerns related to the patient's care plan.
- Maintained a safe environment within the home setting by recognizing potential hazards or risks.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate patient care plan and provide ongoing education to patients regarding disease process, treatment options, and lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Provided emotional support for both the patient and their family members throughout the course of treatment.
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living
Hollywood, CA
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
Pasadena, CA
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Education
High School Diploma -
AB Miller High School
Fontana, CA05.2014
North-West College-West Covina
West Covina, CA05.2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Postoperative care
- Wound care
- Bedside manner
- Tracheostomy care
- Feeding tube assistance
- Catheter care
- Charting and documentation
- Pulse oximetry tracking
Certification
- CPR
- IV
- BLS
Timeline
Home Health LVN
Unison Health Services
07.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living
08.2022 - 07.2023
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
11.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
AB Miller High School
North-West College-West Covina
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