Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Skills
Clinical documentation
Patient evaluation
Acute Care expertise
Critical care nursing
Wound care
Medication administration
Universal precautions
Foley catheter insertion/removal
Medical laboratory procedures
Analytical thinking
Strategic decision-making
Pre- and post-surgical care
Geriatric population
Patient and family advocacy
Diabetes and nutrition education
Education
Brightwood College - San DiegoSan Diego, CAExpected in 2018 – –Certificate Of Vocational Nursing: - GPA:
Certifications
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Basic Life Support
Home Health Aide Certified (HHA)
U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman Basic
Work History
Baylor Scott & White Health - LVN Rockwall, TX, 10/2019 - Current
Maintains all documentation as required by federal, state and company rules, regulations and policy
Notes and executes physicians orders correctly and as required
Makes daily rounds, document problems, identifies and institutes appropriate corrective action
Conducts reports with assigned nursing personnel to provide input and feedback on progress of assigned responsibilities
Communicates with on-coming shift regarding Resident care needs
Communicates with physicians as indicated by Resident status and needs and assures follow through
Assesses and evaluates Resident changes of condition and administers appropriate interventions. Implements nursing interventions as indicated by the Resident's Care Plan or as ordered by the physician or as recommended by the unit supervisor
Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the attending physician and documents accordingly
Initiates plans of care to promote positive Resident outcomes procedures to protect resident from injury and infection
Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support
Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments
Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies
Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
Baylor Scott & White Health - Hospital Corpsman (Reservist) Irving, TX, 07/2017 - Current
Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients as needed
Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training
Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations
Administered medical care for a range of conditions and basic health concerns including immunization, medications and blood draws
Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care
Coordinated nursing care for patients and participated in patient and family education
Decreased patient re-hospitalization and boosted recovery rates by coordinating with specialists, physicians and at-home caregivers
Administered medication as ordered by provider
Performs a complete physical assessment and medical history as required upon admission
Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections
Midland Care Connection - LVN Valley Falls, KS, 06/2019 - 09/2019
Maintains all documentation as required by federal, state and company rules, regulations and policy
Notes and executes physicians orders correctly and as required
Makes daily rounds, document problems, identifies and institutes appropriate corrective action
Conducts reports with assigned nursing personnel to provide input and feedback on progress of assigned responsibilities
Communicates with on-coming shift regarding Resident care needs
Communicates with physicians as indicated by Resident status and needs and assures follow through
Assesses and evaluates Resident changes of condition and administers appropriate interventions. Implements nursing interventions as indicated by the Resident's Care Plan or as ordered by the physician or as recommended by the unit supervisor
Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the attending physician and documents accordingly
AccentCare Inc. - Home Health Aide City, STATE, 08/2017 - 08/2018
Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients
Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care
Promoted the development of healthy lifestyle to meet health and wellness objectives
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document report patient progress
Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan
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