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Victoria Cavazos

Saline,LA

Summary

Proficient and caring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Field Nurse

Magnolia Home Healthcare Inc
Arcadia, LA
08.2017 - 05.2022


  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Collected lab orders through drawing blood, cathing, and swabbing.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.

LPN

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
Natchitoches, LA
11.2016 - 08.2017
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
  • Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care and maintained aseptic techniques through.
  • Document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.

CNA

Forest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Jonesboro, LA
09.2012 - 12.2013
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Registered Nurse - Nursing

Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA
12.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Central Louisiana Technical Community College
Winnfield, LA
05.2014

High School Diploma -

Jonesboro-Hodge High School
Jonesboro, LA
05.2012

Skills

  • Care Planning and Modifications
  • Work Planning and Coordination
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Nursing Intervention Evaluations
  • Wound Dressing
  • Medication Administration
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Patient Care and Monitoring
  • HIPAA and Confidentiality Compliance
  • Lab Specimens and Collections

Certification

BLS Certified (exp 02/2023)

License

Licensed Practical Nurse (exp. 01/31/2023)

Timeline

LPN Field Nurse

Magnolia Home Healthcare Inc
08.2017 - 05.2022

LPN

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
11.2016 - 08.2017

CNA

Forest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
09.2012 - 12.2013

Registered Nurse - Nursing

Bossier Parish Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Central Louisiana Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

Jonesboro-Hodge High School

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