Maricar Alfonzo
Vallejo
Summary
A psychiatric and vocational nurse with over 14 years of experience of providing a safe and therapeutic environment for the population I serve. Offering excellent counseling, rapport-building and communication skills with clients and families from diverse backgrounds. Known for having a positive attitude and consistently exceeding performance standards. Handles tasks effectively and communicates with tact and discretion.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician (Safety)
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
04.2020 - 08.2023
- Provides a basic level of general nursing and behavioral and psychiatric nursing care.
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively create a safe and therapeutic environment for the patients.
- Observes patient's behavior and condition and reports significant changes to the physician and/or supervisor.
- Recognizes early symptoms of escalation and uses appropriate intervention.
- Carries out physician's orders and administers medication with proper documentation.
- Documents care and treatment provided with appropriate nursing progress notes. Motivates patients to use positive coping skills.
- Assists patients for their activities of daily living, therapeutic and recreational activities.
Licensed Vocational Nurse/MTA (Safety)
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
03.2011 - 03.2020
- Establishes effective therapeutic relationship with patients as part of the interdisciplinary team.
- Administers medication and monitors the use and any adverse reaction to the medication.
- Assists doctors and registered nurses for practical nursing procedures.
- Supervises patients' rehabilitation groups and recreational activities.
- Escorts patients to medical appointments and family visits.
- Participates in annual Techniques and Strategies Interventions (TSI. Participates in the Annual Nurse Competency (ANC).
Home Health Nurse
Arcadia Healthcare Services
10.2010 - 03.2011
- Provides care for a quadriplegic patient on a respirator
- Provides assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to the patient
- Educates patient and families on disease processes, medications and treatments
- Monitors vital signs, develops and implements care plans, and documents patient progress
- Assists patients with activities of daily living to promote independence
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patient to increase overall wellness
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stonebrook Healthcare Center
10.2009 - 10.2010
- Responsible for the direct care of 30+ elderly clients.
- Transcribes and carries out physician's orders.
- Responsible for medication administration and proper documentation.
- Responsible for treatments and proper documentation.
- Participates in taking and recording of patient's history, including food and drug allergies, and other pertinent information.
- Monitors, observes and evaluates any alteration in patient's cognitive behavior.
- Assists in formulation and revision of nursing care plans.
- Completes assigned daily, weekly and monthly summaries. Analyzes medical emergencies and takes appropriate action,
- Participates in patient education regarding overall health, treatment procedures and preventive measures.
Education
Psychiatric Technician -
American College of Nursing
Concord, CA05.2015
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA12.2008
Master of Arts - Teaching
Centro Escolar University
Manila, Philippines10.1996
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Dentistry
Centro Ecsolar University
Manila, Philippines03.1990
Associate of Science -
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA12.2010
Skills
- Medication Management and Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Behavioral observation and intervention
- BLS certified
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician (Safety)
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
04.2020 - 08.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse/MTA (Safety)
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
03.2011 - 03.2020
Home Health Nurse
Arcadia Healthcare Services
10.2010 - 03.2011
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stonebrook Healthcare Center
10.2009 - 10.2010
Psychiatric Technician -
American College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Napa Valley College
Master of Arts - Teaching
Centro Escolar University
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Dentistry
Centro Ecsolar University
Associate of Science -
Napa Valley College
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