Licensed Vocational Nurse Resume Example Vida Adult Daycare

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

Professional Summary

I am looking to obtain a position as a licensed vocational nurse where I can provide top nursing care performance while utilizing advance nursing practices, medical methods and techniques.

Skills

Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
Interpersonal skills
Patient transportation
Toileting assistance
Comfort care
Patient motivation and encouragement
Patient feeding
Vital signs recording
Patient communication
Specimen collection
Broad medical terminology knowledge

Wound cleaning/care expertise
Information documentation
Computerized charting specialist
Conflict resolution
Organization and planning
Charting
Relationship and team building
Mobility assistance
Patient and family focused
Strong clinical judgment

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse, 09/2014 to Current
Vida Adult Daycare – Edinburg, TX

Kept detailed records of staff and patient schedules.
Created individualized service or program plans by assessing resident history and preferences.
Managed caseload of 90 clients, providing education, treatments, venipuncture and wound care.
Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Processed monthly reports for department performance.
Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Built strong network of outside referral sources within the community.
Assessed patients' physical and mental conditions by thoroughly going over their medical histories and communicated to patients to base trust.
Took patients vitals, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse and documented vital signs and the weight of patients.
Assisted patients during ambulation and moved them from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.
Administered medications, monitored edemas and took blood and other body fluid samples for diagnostic purposes.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Managed community resident transport operation.
Tested glucose and administered injections.
Cooperated with other health related agencies and organizations in community activities.
Evaluated health education needs of patients and provided necessary training and instruction.
Provided DHS (Department of Health Services) with corrective action plans.
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Remained alert to conditions interfering with the safety and well-being of residents involved in activities.
Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions.
Protected patients from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.

Medical Staff Associate/Associate Trainer, 03/2019 to 10/2019
CSL Behring – McAllen, TX

Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
Identified new methods to optimize medical records management.
Interacted and communicated easily with department personnel and public.
Managed system conversion and maintained minimal downtime during updates.
Kept accurate log of all requests for medical information and records.
Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
Maintained accuracy, completeness and security for medical records and health information.
Developed team communications and information for Team meetings.
Collaborated with team to define business requirements for organizational processes, achieve productivity standards and adhere to accuracy standards.f
Developed and executed plans to monitor standard process adherence.
Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival.
Worked with customers to understand requirements and provide exceptional service.
Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies and procedures.
Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
Adhered to established policies, procedures and compliance for satisfactory audit rating.
Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth.
Calibrated instruments and scales in production area and quality lab.
Developed standard operating procedures and document workflows for current and future process steps.
Conducted training and change management processes to improve operations.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection.
Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.

Service Coordinator, LVN, 01/2016 to 01/2019
Superior HealthPlan – Mcallen, Texas

Partnered with clients to develop reachable goals and reasonable action lists for individualized service plans.
Identified and contacted appropriate community resources on behalf of clients.
Identified gaps in current services and developed relationships with potential providers, including charitable organizations, schools and government agencies.
Recognized by supervisor for maintaining accurate and timely records despite heavy caseload.
Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations.
Responded to telephone inquiries from clients, vendors and the public.
Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational filing systems for records, agendas and reports.
Coordinated materials for program needs, including physical files, tracking spreadsheets and update reports.
Compiled and uploaded files into records management system.
Maintained up-to-date department organizational chart.
Answered inquiries concerning standardized policies, procedures and regulations.
Coordinated itinerary and scheduled appointments with 100% accuracy.
Collaborated with different disciplines to provide cohesive care to patients.
Served as Field Service Coordinator II for STAR PLUS and STAR KIDS program.
Assisted patients in receiving high-quality, appropriate care with reasonable results.
Reviewed treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses.
Worked with nurses and other clinical staff to process patients and direct to appropriate departments.
Educated patients and family members about disease facts, medications and home care instructions.
Consulted with patients regarding medical options and disease prevention strategies to encourage optimal health.
Updated clinical records according to policies and procedures.
Demonstrated professional conduct, service excellence and a commitment to high healthcare values.
Ensured HIPAA compliance.
Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
Managed 120 cases, including intakes, renewals, biannuals, change in condition, and referrals for children and elderly.

Education

Nursing, 2014
RGV College - Pharr, TX

2006
South Texas College - Pharr, McAllen, Texas
Some College Coursework Completed

High School Diploma: 05/2001
McAllen High School - McAllen, TX

Languages

Bilingual (Spanish)

Certifications

Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas, License number 321212

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Vida Adult Daycare
CSL Behring
Superior HealthPlan

School Attended

RGV College
South Texas College
McAllen High School

Job Titles Held:

Licensed Vocational Nurse
Medical Staff Associate/Associate Trainer
Service Coordinator, LVN

Degrees

Nursing , 2014
2006
High School Diploma : 05/2001

Licensed Vocational Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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