Acute Care Patient
Resume:
Brenda Limon-Cole, LVN.
*********@*****.***
Eddy, Texas, 76524
SUMMARY
Approximately 32 years working in acute care settings such as hospitals, medical detox clinics, doctors offices, long term acute care settings as well as running flu clinics and recently, per diem travel nursing assignments through several Joint Commission Accredited travel nursing agencies.
I have held many nursing positions from LVN floor nurse on Medical surgical Units, Long Term Acute Care Units to Nurse Manager in a medical Detox that was a 16 bed detox and 46 bed residential facility and a Director of Nurses position at a alzheimer and memory care which, was a 16 bed facility. My areas of experience have been in doctors offices in family practice, acute care Medical surgical, Psychiatric, Behavorial health, NICU, ICU, ER, Pediatric and Long Term Acute Care Hospitals.
I am also, a seasoned Nurse with extensive experience providing care to various patients with diverse cultural backgrounds in many types of clinical settings.
SKILLS
Staff scheduling
Electronic medical records
Job performance evaluations
Staff mentoring and coaching
Documentation and reporting
Patient services coordination
Patient care oversight
Clinical quality improvement
Relationship building
Infection control standards expert
Specimen collection/processing proficiency
Extensive ER
experienced STD counseling and care awareness
Wound care expertise
Team leader
IV drug therapy management
Infection control standards
Effective policy and program development
Flow sheet charting
Strong medical ethic
Self-discipline
Regulatory requirements
Computerized charting specialist
Sound decision-making
Information documentation
Team development
Medication administration
Skilled in conducting physical examinations
Critical thinking proficiency
BAC screening/drug screen collection
Maintaining records
CPR and BLS certified
EXPERIENCE
LVN Charge Nurse- Night Shift
Austin, TX
Cenikor/ Nov 2017 to Jul 2018
Monitoring the care of 14 patients going through medical detox and overseeing the care of 45 residential clients during the night shift.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.
Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
Assisted physicians in the detox admissions process and keeping doctors abreast on patients progress.
Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in our clinic.
Delegated staff nurse duties.
Trained 10 staff nurses to provide top-quality patient care.
Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Partnered with team of Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.
Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician exams.
Participated in unit based Quality Assurance Program.
Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
Contributed to and participated in community education projects to foster widespread understanding of the prevention and treatment of illnesses.
Director Of Nursing
Waco, TX
Sodalis Assisted Living & Memory Care / Nov 2014 to Apr 2013
Responsible for marketing and Director of Nursing positions. Ensuring adherence to state and Joint Commission codes and regulations for yearly recertification in maintaining an 16 bed Alzheimer and Memory Care facility.
Overseeing nursing, dietary and maintenance staff on a daily basis. Directly responsible to corporate for maintaining of census and productivity as well as all areas of budget and expenditures.
Licensed Vocational Travel Nurse
Austin, TX
NurseStaffing/ Nov 2017 to Nov 2009
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while being staffed in various clinical environments from acute care hospitals to long term acute care hospitals known as LTAC'S to working in long term skilled facilities as well as doctors offices to medical detox clinics and running seasonal flu clinics for pharmacies and doctors offices and Institutional correctional facilities.
Evaluated patients emotional, mental and physical needs. Instituted doctors orders for medication management as well as various treatments.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness.
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses.
Acted as patient advocate in various clinical instituitions and implemented total patient care as part of a nursing team covering anywhere from 8-10 high acuity patients to 60 long term skilled patients per shift.
Monitored patients with acute conditions.
Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing.
Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.
Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician exams.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
Assigned staff to meet patient care needs and address productivity standards, while adjusting for census, skill mix and sick calls.
Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
Administered IV therapy in the emergency room setting, medical surgical units and long term acute care and skilled nursing units.
Nurse Manager
Waco, Texas
The Freeman Center/ May 2008 to Apr 2003
Worked as Nurse Manager over a 20 bed Coed Medical detox unit.
Coordinated employee schedules and job assignments.
Kept a close eye on department operations to maintain effective coverage of all needs.
Completed weekly floor work to stay up to date on latest clinical practices and procedures.
Helped floor nurses make care decisions by applying exceptional clinical judgment and knowledge of facility policies.
Received and researched complaints from families, patients and clinical staff in order to resolve concerns to full satisfaction.
Cooperated with other health related agencies and organizations in community activities.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Served as a liaison between patients and physicians to assist patients in understanding their treatment plans.
Routinely evaluated the overall resident care within the facility and diligently enforced high standards.
Worked with nurses and other clinic staff to process patients and direct them to the appropriate departments.
Revised policies and procedures in accordance with changes in local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Expertly planned, coordinated, organized and directed all nursing operations of the agency.
Licensed Vocational Travel Nurse
Waco, Texas
Medical Staffing Network/ Oct 2009 to Aug 2000
Worked in various clinical environments through this travel nursing agency. Completed many short term and long term assignments in areas such as ER, ICU, CPICU, NICU, PICU, MED-SURG, LTAC'S, Psychiatric hospitals, Medical Detox, and correctional facilities also, have experience working in family practice doctors offices as well as operating flu clinics. LVN Charge nurse experience in long term skilled units, medical Detox units and floor nurse experience on many hospital acute care units. Sound ethical and independent decision making ability. Conducted screening, diagnostic and rehabilitative services. Administered IV and medication management. Responsible for floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements. Managed medical team support. Provided necessary health education to patients and families regarding treatment of disease processes. Acted as patient advocate. Responsible for primary care, medication and case management in various clinical environments. Recognized for upholding quality and impeccable standards of care in accordance with facilities policies and procedures. Maintained the safety, respect and dignity of patients in compliance with HIPAA standards and JCAHO reviews.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Waco, TX
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center/ Dec 1993 to Aug 2000
Upon graduating from McLennan Community College after receiving my Licensed Vocational Nursing Degree, I started working at this Level 1 Trauma Facility. Acquired experience in many critical care areas such as ICU, CPICU, ER, NICU, nursery, urology and pediatrics. Developed a professional relationship with many doctors in the specialized departments and would often fill in for their nurses when they were on vacation.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Licensed Vocational Degree: Nursing
McLennan Community College 1993
Waco, Texas, U.S.A.
Ranked in Top 2% of my nursing class
Magna Cum Laude graduate
American Nurse Association Member
Graduated LVN program with 3.8 GPA
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac and Life Support Certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification
Neonatal Advanced Life Support Certification
Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior Certification
Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification
Texas Assisted Living Association Certification
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
American Nurses Association
Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing
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