Healthcare professional with well-rounded skill set in patient care and medical support. Recognized for adeptly handling patient assessments and providing consistent, high-quality care. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare environments, ensuring seamless patient experiences and outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hazel Hawkins (Mabie Northside SNF)
06.2022 - Current
Assess resident's conditions by monitoring their overall health by evaluating their vital signs and symptoms.
Educate resident's and their families about health conditions and treatments.
Work closely with RNs and physicians to provide the best resident care.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Wellness
Ivy Park at Monterey
06.2019 - Current
Work collaboratively with staff to ensure the high-quality care and upholding safety for residents.
Accurately document notes and patient assessment in qMAR.
Mentor new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
Maintained a safe care environment by adhering to infection control protocols and utilizing proper wound management techniques.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
RO Health
01.2017 - 06.2019
Monitored the patient for seizure activity and provided immediate response during episodes.
Ensured accurate medication administration per physicians orders.
Assisted and covered the school nurse's office by maintaining accurate filing and keeping records up to date.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cypress Ridge Care Center
01.2017 - 06.2019
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Education
Vocational Nursing Certificate - Nursing
Carrington College
San Jose, Ca
06-2015
Skills
Medication administration
Geriatric care
HIPAA compliance
Vital signs monitoring
Direct patient care
Documentation accuracy
Diabetes management
Reporting and documentation
HIPAA guideline adherence
Care plans
Patient and family communication
Vital signs
Emergency response
Medication dispensing
End-of-life care
Pain management
California licensed practical nurse
Documenting incidents
Counting narcotics
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - California Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hazel Hawkins (Mabie Northside SNF)
06.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Wellness
Ivy Park at Monterey
06.2019 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
RO Health
01.2017 - 06.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cypress Ridge Care Center
01.2017 - 06.2019
Vocational Nursing Certificate - Nursing
Carrington College
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