Loraine Jimenez-Zamarripa
La Habra
Summary
Committed, disciplined and hardworking LVN who is willing to work towards exceeding your expectations so that I may become an asset and trusted colleague in your department. My main objective is to utilize my honesty, efficiency and integrity to provide the highest level of patient care and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Essence Hospice
01.2024 - Current
- Performing comprehensive patient assessments to determine care needs, preferences, and identify changes in condition promptly.
- Assessing for signs and symptoms of discomfort to assist with administering medications and monitoring patient responses to ensure optimal pain management and comfort.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Coordinating with physicians to adjust medications as needed to optimal comfort care outcomes
- Providing emotional support, guidance, and education to families, enhancing overall patient care and end-of-life options
- Facilitating smooth transitions from acute hospital settings to home-based hospice care environments, promoting continuity of care.
- Proactively addressing potential crises by anticipating needs and communicating concerns with interdisciplinary team members.
- Educating families on pain management techniques, enhancing their ability to support their loved ones.
- Establishing and maintaining successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sevita Neuro Restorative
02.2024 - Current
- Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, tailoring interventions to optimize recovery outcomes
- Administering medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care plans.
- Coordinating nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with supporting department
- Implementing infection control measures, reducing risk of complications and prompting a safe environment for patients.
- Monitoring vital signs and documenting changes in patient conditions, reporting significant findings to healthcare providers.
- Reducing risk factors associated with fall incidents among high-risk populations through vigilant monitoring and implementation of appropriate interventions.
Patient Account Representative
Hoag Memorial Hospital
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Reviewed insurance eligibility and verified coverage details to minimize claim denials and delays in payment.
- Interpreted Explanation of Benefits to ensure proper payment as well as assist and educate patients with understanding of benefit plan
- Worked with multiple departments to resolve issues with billing, claims, and payments.
- Managed high-volume call queues while maintaining quality assurance standards.
- Prepared reports detailing billing actions, flags, and other key information.
- Achieved a significant reduction in aged accounts receivable through diligent follow-up efforts with both patients and insurers.
Education
California Vocational Nursing Licensure#738750 -
American Career College
Anaheim, CA09-2023
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Trach & Vent Care
- Time management and efficiency
- G-tube Care
- Professional and customer service oriented
- Wound Care
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Catheter Care
- Knowledge of durable medical equipment
- End-of-life Care
- Knowledge in Word, Excel, and Power point
- Knowledge with HospiceMD, PCC, and Epic
Certification
- Qualified Brain Injury Support Provider
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sevita Neuro Restorative
02.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Essence Hospice
01.2024 - Current
Patient Account Representative
Hoag Memorial Hospital
10.2019 - 05.2021
California Vocational Nursing Licensure#738750 -
American Career College