Alicia Guerra, LPN
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
acw7vn@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
Licensed practical nurse with broad health care experience and patient-centered focus seeking LPN position to apply experience and knowledge towards advancing patient outcomes and satisfaction
Education
Westmoreland County Community College; Youngwood, PA
A.A.S.: Nursing
Anticipated Graduation
Diploma: LPN
May 2012
University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh, PA
Dual Major: Exercise Physiology/Dietetics and Nutrition
Aug 2001-Apr 2006
Certifications/Licensure/Clearances
LPN License: PN292926
CPR/Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
I.V. Certification
Act 33 & 34 Clearances
Two letters of Clinical Commendation in ICU rotation
Clinical Rotations
LPN- Total 258 LPN Clinical Hours:
Westmoreland Hospital – Medical Surgical Unit
Redstone Highlands: Dosage calculations; injections; wound dressing changes; infection control principles; Foley catheter insertion and care; diabetic scenario; primary IV fluids; calculating flow rates; NG tube insertion; G-tube care and feedings.
Mountain View Specialty (Practical Nursing Role in the Extended Roll Settings): Administration education to a group of individuals, delegation evaluation of unlicensed personnel, change of shift report, telephone communication, admission data collection, transcription of medical orders, head-to-toe assessment, math competency
Children’s Institute – Traumatic Brain Injury/Prader-Willi
Westmoreland Hospital – Labor and Delivery/Postpartum Unit
Total 792.5 RN Clinical Hours
Related Professional Experience
St Anne Nursing Home
LPN
January 2016-June 2016
Charting, using the fax machine, copier, phone system, deal with pharmacy, working with multidisciplinary team members
Hang IV fluids, flush IV’s, hang Enteral Feedings, administration of medications and flushing them through an Enteral Feeding tube, Foley catheter and colostomy bag care, administration of medications, injections and treatments, bedside care, wound care, record vital signs, assessments, assist in admissions, delegate to the CNA’s.
Alicia Guerra, LPN
303 Short Street
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
acw7vn@r.postjobfree.com
Lawson Nursing Home
LPN
May 2013-July 2013
Charting,, deal with pharmacy and doctor’s in person and on the phone, working with multidisciplinary team members
Hang IV fluids, flush IV’s, hang Enteral Feedings, administration of medications and flushing them through an Enteral Feeding tube, Foley catheter and colostomy bag care, administration of medications, injections and treatments, bedside care, wound care, record vital signs, assessments, assist in admissions, delegate to the CNA’s.
Orthopedic Sports Physical Therapy Associates (OSPTA); Belle Vernon, PA
Physical Therapist Aide
Mar 2006-Aug 2008
Instructed patients on prescriptive exercises and ensured appropriate application
Taught patients on use of exercise machines
Applied heat/ice, electrical stimulation and other therapies as appropriate
Filing, reception and patient scheduling
Forbes Regional Hospital-Dept of Cardiac Rehabilitation; Monroeville, PA
Intern
Jan 2006-Apr 2006
Intake evaluations
Taking of EKG readings as well as resting/exercise blood pressure and heart rate
Leading of patients’ exercise prescriptions and resistance training
Acting Case Manager for 30+ patients
Instruction of stretching and warm up exercises and oversight of patients’ educational courses
UPMC Montefiore-Division of Endocrinology; Pittsburgh, PA
Directed Study
Aug 2005-Dec 2005
Assisted in major research study on the stress factors for Diabetes patients
Entry of stress test results data for all participants
Provided support and motivation for 3-4 participants daily
Autumn Arbor Estates; Monongahela, PA
Aide
May 2005-Sept 2005
Provision of ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) for senior citizens
Passed out medications and gave any needed insulin shots
Kept excellent records/documentation on each resident
Additional Work Experience
Sonny’s Restaurant; Arnold City, PA
Waitress/Bartender
Jun 2006-Apr 2008
Serving tables
Busing tables
Providing excellent customer service
References
Melinda Rossell
Westmoreland County Community College
145 Pavilion Lane
Youngwood, Pa 15697
Cell 724-***-****
Pauline Freedberg
Email: acw7vn@r.postjobfree.com
Eric Walt
O.S.P.T.A.
812 Broad Avenue
Belle Vernon, Pa