Compassionate, hardworking and seasoned Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Field Nurse
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
Tyler, Texas
12.2020 - Current
Provided direct patient care to 1 client.
Assessed patients VS and disease processes, providing care according to Plan of Care.
Conducted and documented patient behaviors and report abnormalities to Physician.
Administer and accurately documented nursing assessment, medications, treatments and enteral feedings in accordance with doctor's treatment plan and monitor response.
Assisted with ADL's.
Educated caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
Provided gastrostomy button care, including changing as scheduled.
Performed in-home client recertification every 6 months.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Field Nurse
Epic Health Services
Tyler, , Texas
11.2014 - 12.2020
Provided Private Duty Nursing care to 2-5 clients per week, depending on coverage needed.
Assessed patients VS and disease processes, provide care according to Plan of Care Document patient behaviors and report abnormalities to physician and supervisor.
Administered medications, treatments and enteral feedings in accordance with doctor's treatment plan and monitor client response.
Documented patient behaviors and report abnormalities to physician and supervisor.
Assisted with ADL's
Provided Gastrostomy button, Tracheotomy and ventilation care; changing when scheduled.
Educated caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
Licensed Vocational Nurse School Nurse
Longview ISD
Longview , Texas
07.2014 - 06.2016
Provided care at an elementary school of 800 pre-k through 6th grade.
Assessed students' injuries and provide care accordingly.
Perform vision and hearing screening.
Administered medications as indicated, provide education to parents as needed.
Monitored immunization records; advised parents of immunizations needed.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels as needed.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
LVN Charge Nurse
Holland Lake Long Term Care and Rehabilitation
Weatherford, Texas
12.2012 - 07.2014
Provided care for 30+ residents.
Coordinated all communications between patients and doctor office.
Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
Documented wounds and dressing changes, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
Administered, evaluated efficacy and documented medications as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability, for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinic Nurse
Texas Healthcare PLLC
Fort Worth, Texas
12.2011 - 07.2014
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, vital signs, health history, medications and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Prepared and administered medications as directed.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, verified insurance.
Floated in practice of 45 Physicians.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Kilgore College
Kilgore.Tx
05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, Tx
Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
Weatherford College
Weatherford, Tx
08.2011
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting
Remington College
Fort Worth, TX
2003
Skills
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Patient Condition/Vital Sign Monitoring
KanTime Software
Proper Catheterization insertion/removal
Medication Administration
Accurate Documentation
Direct Patient Care
Gastrostomy/Tracheotomy/Ventilation experience
Certification
COVID-19 Vaccinated
BLS - 08/2023
RN-05/2024
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Timeline
Registered Nurse Field Nurse
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
12.2020 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse Field Nurse
Epic Health Services
11.2014 - 12.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse School Nurse
Longview ISD
07.2014 - 06.2016
LVN Charge Nurse
Holland Lake Long Term Care and Rehabilitation
12.2012 - 07.2014
Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinic Nurse
Texas Healthcare PLLC
12.2011 - 07.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Kilgore College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
Weatherford College
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting