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Bobby Espina

3361 Encinal Ave La Crescenta

Summary

With a proven track record at Maxim Healthcare, I excel in delivering compassionate care and precise medication delivery. My expertise in patient care documentation and diabetes management, coupled with a knack for fostering emotional wellness, has significantly enhanced patient outcomes. Skilled in both technical and interpersonal aspects of nursing, I consistently achieve high-quality care standards.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN

Maxim Healthcare
02.2016 - 04.2021
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

LVN

Quality Home Health Inc.
01.2008 - 02.2016
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

Education

Associate Of Arts - Gender Studies

Palomar College
San Marcos, CA
06.2001

Skills

  • Compassionate care
  • Medication Delivery
  • Patient Care Documentation
  • Diabetes management
  • Wound care
  • Detailed Patient Assessment
  • Patient Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Catheter Hygiene Practices
  • Assistance with Feeding Tubes
  • Tracheostomy Patient Care
  • Emotional Wellness Guidance
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Oxygen Delivery Techniques
  • Postoperative care
  • Charting and documentation
  • Hygiene Care Assistance
  • Facilitating Patient Movement
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Immunization administration
  • Patient care
  • Experience with Respiratory Treatments
  • ADL assistance
  • Health education
  • Patient Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Emergency response
  • Patient assessments
  • Prescription Management
  • Effective Family Communication
  • Clinical judgment
  • Care planning
  • In-Home Health Care
  • Physical assessment
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Preventive care
  • Chronic disease management
  • Mental health support
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Pain management
  • Anatomy
  • Documenting incidents
  • Caring for wounds
  • State licensed practical nurse
  • Licensed practical nurse
  • Patient education

Certification

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - State Board of Nursing. Vn194079

Timeline

LVN

Maxim Healthcare
02.2016 - 04.2021

LVN

Quality Home Health Inc.
01.2008 - 02.2016
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - State Board of Nursing. Vn194079

Associate Of Arts - Gender Studies

Palomar College
Bobby Espina