Yuliza Espinal
West Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Previous Certified Nursing Assistant and now Licensed Practical Nurse offering 8 years of experience in healthcare environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Landings Senior Living
Batavia, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Total Nurses Network
Lombard, IL
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Medicine- Delnor Hospital
Geneva, Illinois
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed required and requested patient care procedures, keeping rooms clean and neat
- Monitored vital signs and patients intake and output
- Maintained nutritional and physical fitness regimen for appropriate patients
- Provided emotional support, physical assistance, and encouragement
- Helped perform pre-op and post-op practices
- Prepared specimens for analysis testing
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Provided physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, walking, feeding, and using the toilet
- Gather information from caregivers or nurses about patients condition, treatment plans, and appropriate activities
- Observed patients to detect any abnormal signs and symptoms that may require medical attention
- Reviewed patients dietary restrictions, allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives an appropriate diet
- Performed adequate EKG monitoring and bladder scans as directed by nurse or patients needs by shift
- Keep the patient's room stocked with necessary needs such as briefs, chucks, z- guard, etc
- Performed electronic learnings throughout the job in regards to patients special needs such as geriatrics, post- op bariatrics, patients with heart failure and patients with behavioral issues
- Assist with watching patients placed on suicidal watch, as well as charting every 15 minutes for them and reporting back abnormalities for them to the nurse.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marklund Hyde Center
Geneva, IL
07.2016 - 06.2019
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Verve College
Oak Brook, IL06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy -
A Plus Healthcare Training
Saint Charles, IL05.2016
Skills
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Collecting Specimens
- Infection Control Procedures
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Surgical Preparation
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Mobility Assistance
Practical Nurse- Clinical skills
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Patient Observation
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Family Communication
- Emergency Response
- Physical Assessment
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Basic Life Support Provider
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Landings Senior Living
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Total Nurses Network
12.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Medicine- Delnor Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marklund Hyde Center
07.2016 - 06.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Verve College
Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy -
A Plus Healthcare Training
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Basic Life Support Provider
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