Waldemar Ortiz
Arecibo,PR
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with proven strengths in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Committed to ensuring HIPAA compliance and delivering high-quality geriatric care.
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with over 15 years of experience in direct patient care and clinical documentation. Skilled in implementing infection control procedures and educating patients on health management to improve outcomes.
Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Proficient and caring nursing team member 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.
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 20+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.
Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
VA Medical Affair
San Juan
12.2010 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in patient assessments, contributing to comprehensive care plans and improved outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies and enhance service delivery.
- Supervised junior staff, providing mentorship and guidance to support skill development and efficiency.
- Implemented infection control procedures, reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections within units.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and accessibility of patient records for healthcare providers.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Paramedic and Emergency Rescue
EMS
Guaynabo
05.2002 - 11.2005
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated patient transport logistics with hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics on best practices and emergency protocols.
- Evaluated patient conditions to determine appropriate treatment plans and interventions.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in emergency services operations.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Provided critical incident stress debriefing to fellow emergency medical services personnel following traumatic calls, fostering a supportive work environment for all team members.
Education
Nursing Associate Degree - License Practical Nurse
Institution De Banca Y Comercio
Hato Rey 08-2004
Paramedic Technician - Paramedic
CEM College
Trujillo Alto12-2002
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Dementia care
- Mobility support
- Feeding assistance
- Hygiene maintenance
- Nutrition support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
VA Medical Affair
12.2010 - Current
Paramedic and Emergency Rescue
EMS
05.2002 - 11.2005
Nursing Associate Degree - License Practical Nurse
Institution De Banca Y Comercio
Paramedic Technician - Paramedic
CEM College
Looking for a remote work or nursing home jobs for night shift.
Looking a second job and one that dont affect my regular jobs from monday to friday i work at 7:30am until 4pm an free on weekends and weekday after 5pm.