Lourdes Jannett Guerrero
El Centro
Summary
Offering caring and supportive nature, ready to thrive in healthcare setting and eager to learn and grow. Delivers foundational understanding of patient care principles and basic medical procedures. Ready to use and develop strong communication and patient care skills as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
JV / HARMONY HOME RESIDENTIAL
CONNIE ESCOBAR
03.2019 - Current
- Assisted consumers with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs to ensure patient health and safety.
- Assisted with meal preparation and service for residents.
- Conducted detailed cleaning operations to uphold high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Provided residents with their prescribed medications in a timely manner.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant
Centinela State Prison, CEN
04.2019 - 07.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted RN's and LVN's with patient (Inmate) care
- Administered daily care routines for inmates, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sharp Coronado Hospital
02.2009 - 09.2012
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted LVN's with patients on Ventilators, suctioning
Certified Nursing Assistant
El Centro Regional Medical Center
02.2000 - 07.2009
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
Education
NURSING- LVN - LICENSE VOCATIONAL NURSE
HONOR HEALTH SCIENCES
El Centro, CA10-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA05-2020
Skills
- Motivational skills
- Team management
- Verbal and written communication
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrates Charisma and Empathy with patients as well as co-workers
- Well Organized
- Reliable
- Finish projects in a timely manner
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic
- Bilingual
- Dependable
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant
Centinela State Prison, CEN
04.2019 - 07.2023
JV / HARMONY HOME RESIDENTIAL
CONNIE ESCOBAR
03.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sharp Coronado Hospital
02.2009 - 09.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
El Centro Regional Medical Center
02.2000 - 07.2009
NURSING- LVN - LICENSE VOCATIONAL NURSE
HONOR HEALTH SCIENCES
Associate of Science - Nursing
Imperial Valley College
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