Amanda Solis

Licensed Vocational Nurse

San Antonio, TX 78222

ad00l0@r.postjobfree.com

+1-956-***-****

My experience and education will make me a good candidate for this position. I have excellent work ethic, and strive for the best; I am a leader that is willing to learn from my peers to successfully finish the task at hand. I am not afraid to ask for help and give guidance when needed, and I work well under pressure. I have work experience with adults to geriatric through volunteer opportunities and organizations I have taken part of, and I know I am capable to identify their needs and learning abilities to help and enrich their education.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

LVN Nurse

Favorite Healthcare Staffing - San Antonio,

TX August 2020 to Present

• Refer to patients’ histories to determine care plans.

• Maintain knowledge of each patient’s condition and study care plan in detail.

• Take patients’ vitals such as pulse, temperature, and blood pressure and ensure that they are properly logged into their charts.

• Assist clinical staff during physical examinations and log important information.

• Take patients’ medical histories and provide this information to doctors and nurse managers.

• Administer enemas and injections and insert catheters

• Change bandages assess wounds and record observations in patient logbooks

• Observe patients for signs of distress and attempt to help them become comfortable

• Monitor patients to gauge reactions to medication and inform concerned nurse manager or doctor immediately

• Administer medication and update patients’ charts concerning allergies, immunizations, and use of .medication

• Determine the type of lab tests patients need and fill lab slips.

• Educate and counsel patients and families about their conditions.

• Explain medical procedures to patients and respond to their questions.

• Provide patients and families with information on how to use medication once discharged.

• Assist in patient screening and triage activities.

• Help patients during procedures and treatments.

• Observe patients for signs of improvement and deterioration and report findings immediately.

• Assist in performing diagnostic tests.

• Communicate with doctors and nurse managers about patients’ diagnostic results.

• Document patients’ assessments and complete required forms.

• Ensure patients’ comfort throughout their stay at the hospital.

• Operate medical equipment such as ECG machines.

• Record food and fluid intake information.

• Ensure that patients receive sufficient nutrition according to their health plans.

• Provide instructions to the kitchen staff about patients’ nutritional needs

• Encourage patients to partake their meals and record intake on a regular basis

• Keep track of medical equipment and report any malfunctions on an immediate basis

• Assist patients during exercises and physical therapy sessions

• Update care plans according to instructions provided and handle admission and discharge activities

• Collect samples for testing purposes and follow up on results

• Turn patients in their beds and treat bedsores

• Educate patients and families about the use of medicines and exercises and provide emotional support

• Ensure that patient areas are kept clean at all times LVN II Chart Auditor

Loyal Source Governmental Services - Pecos, TX

May 2017 t0 August 2022

Licensed Vocational NURSE III

Under direction, classes in this career series provide a variety of professional behavioral health or nursing care functions to patients in an outpatient, inpatient, forensic, or community setting; and do other related work as required. Typical Tasks and Representative Duties(May include, but are not limited to the following Provides a basic level of general and/or psychiatric nursing care; such as, measures vital signs; provides hygiene and wound care; performs prescribed medical treatments; performs blood withdrawal if certified by licensing Board Performs nursing procedures such as, takes verbal orders, transcribes, charts vital signs, and documents other patient care information; administers prescribed medications, including oral medications and hypodermic injections; reports significant clinical changes to the supervisor or physician Conducts basic clinical assessments, behavioral and/or physical Provides crisis intervention and case management services for patients, including those with serious mental illness or youth with serious emotional disturbances in need of evaluation for involuntary hospitalization under Welfare & Institutions Code 5150Formulates treatment plans in consultation with appropriate staff

(physicians, licensed clinicians, etc. utilizing various modalities of treatment Conducts and works with other staff members and with community agencies including carrying out goals and objectives of treatment plans and/or referring patients to appropriate agencies based on their needs As a member of the interdisciplinary team, coordinates services with medical support, emergency rooms, law enforcement, pharmacy and other necessary agencies Provides consultation, education and information services to lay and professional groups and individuals Learns and evaluates new techniques in dealing with emotional and environmental problems Prepares correspondences and reports as deemed necessary to implement effective treatment plans Completes documentation according to standards Performs other related duties as assigned Distinguishing Characteristics Factors that affect the position allocation include complexity of responsibility assigned, clinical licensure and scope of practice, nature and size of programs, independence of action and decision- making responsibility, level of specialized training and experience. LPT/LVN I: Under supervision, provides direct care of patients consistent with scope of licensure as a Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT or Licensed Vocational Nurse. LPT/LVN II: Under general supervision, provides case management and/or direct care of patients in the outpatient, forensic or field-based setting as well as at the Psychiatric Health Facility

(PHF, including consultation with other agencies LPT/LVN III: Under direction, takes responsibility for the full management of a patient caseload in the outpatient or community setting, or if working at the PHF or other institutional setting. May provide work direction as the Shift Lead. May also provide training, conduct audits of medication administration records, participate in patient chart audits or perform other complex duties as assigned. Employment Standards Knowledge of:Principles and practices used in the care, treatment and rehabilitation of patients, including those with mental illness served by employees assigned to Behavioral Health Department positions Reactions, contraindications and responses to common psychiatric or somatic medications Case management and/or crisis intervention of patients who suffer from serious and persistent mental illness or co-occurring disorder and children with serious emotional disturbance for employees assigned to Behavioral Health Department positions Federal, State and local regulations relating to Medi-Cal documentation requirements, confidentiality and HIPAA, especially for mentally ill patients in settings where such patients are served Medical terminology relating to health assessment and treatment, including advanced first aid and CPR, as well as psychiatric terminology for employees assigned to Behavioral Health Department positions Basic principles of individual and group behavior and/or disease processes Protocols and practices in a psychotherapeutic and behavioral healthcare, including assessment, intervention, psychotropic medications and managing assaultive behavior including methods and techniques of physical and chemical restraints, including knowledge of involuntary commitments to psychiatric facilities for employees assigned to Behavioral Health Department positions Ability to:Effectively assess and treat patients including recognizing adverse patient reactions to medications Provide ongoing medication efficacy assessments and treatment planning Administer a large volume of prescribed medications in a standard time-frame in accordance with protocols for employees assigned to the Law Enforcement Medical Care unit in a correctional facility Safely follow protocols and calls for assistance as required Establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of patients, co-workers and others from a variety of socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including keeping accurate records and preparing reports Maintain self-awareness Establish a non-threatening, patient-centered, strength-based treatment environment Develop and utilize community resources Work effectively in a demanding environment that requires calm temperament and composure when dealing with volatile, stressful or emotionally difficult situations Apply existing laws, rules and regulations to program operations Operate within appropriate confidentiality guidelines Foster a spirit of teamwork and support when interacting with staff and others Maintain a safe and orderly work environment Maintain basic computer skills for documentation and communication via Email Utilize special equipment including restraints, in forensic and inpatient settings, medical equipment and standard office equipment Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands Operate a motor vehicle

LVN Charge Nurse

Kindred Hospital San Antonio Central - San Antonio, TX July 2020 to December 2020

CNA/Med Tech

Valley Regional Medical Center - Brownsville, TX

August 2018 to May 2019

Phlebotomy Technician

Valley Regional Medical Center - Brownsville, TX

August 2017 to May 2019

• Performed routine patient procedures (i.e. venipuncture, urine dips, injections, immunizations, nebulizer treatments and OB/GYN exams

• Administered injections and apply dressings

• Maintained supplies and equipment including keeping them clean and sterilized

• Scheduled lab tests

• Completed patient documentation

• Updated patient files and records

Education

some college in Nursing

Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies - Weslaco, TX May 2019 to June 2020

.

Texas Institute of Phlebotomy

June 2018

Nursing Licenses

PN

Expires: February 2023

State: TX

Skills

• CNA (3 years)

• PHLEBOTOMY (3 years)

• CPR (4 years)

• CNA Certified (3 years)

• Venipuncture

• Vital Signs

• Experience Administering Injections

• Hospital Experience

• EMR Systems

• Critical Care Experience

• Home Care

• Alzheimer's Care

• Dementia Care

• Patient Care

• Caregiving

• English

• Customer service

• Nursing

• Spanish

• Multilingual

• Phone etiquette

• Medication Administration

• Infection Control Training

Certifications and Licenses

CPR

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Graduate Vocational Nurse

June 2020 to Present

graduated from Valley Grande Institute in Weslaco, TX and completed my Vocational Nursing program. Certified Phlebotomy Technician

LVN

August 2020 to February 2023

BLS/CPR

LPN

Assessments

Nursing Aide Skills — Expert

April 2020

Providing nursing aid to patients using knowledge of relevant equipment and procedures. Full results: Expert

Home Health Aide Skills — Expert

July 2020

Providing care to patients in a home setting

Full results: Expert

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Additional Information

Skills

CNA Certified, 2018

Phlebotomy Certified 2018

CPR AED- 3/10/2020

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