Practical Nurse Licensed

GABRIELA SIERRA

Chicago, IL ***** 312-***-**** *********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Experienced and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with 30 years in various capacities in the field of nursing. Also, experienced in phlebotomy, and the storage and maintaining of blood products. Able to adapt quickly in new environments and change in direction. A team player and very enthusiastic to work with others for the best results. Fluent in Spanish with ability to translate accurately.

Skills

Inpatient care

Specimen collection and analysis

Transcribing orders

Regulatory compliance

Direct patient care

Patient confidentiality

Blood specimen storage

Detail-oriented

Acute Care

Documenting intake

Writing reports

Data entry

Pulse oximetry tracking

Measuring vital statistics

Diagnostic testing

Sample and specimen collection

Long-Term Care

Hospice

Treatment Planning

Patient assessments

Charting and clinical documentation

Maintaining nutrition

Patient management

Specimen labeling procedures

Recording data

Infection control

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Caregiving skills

Medical records management

Notifying family members

Infection control and aseptic procedures

Venipuncture

Health education

Quality control guidelines

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Record Keeping

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Work History

Hub Nurse 01/2021 to Current

CVS MinuteClinic – Chicago, IL

Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.

Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations. Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.

Registered patients

Vitals signs and individual tests for Covid,strep and influenza Assisted on physicals and sick visits

Licensed Practical Nurse 07/2020 to Current

Holy Family Villa – Palos Park, IL

Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.

Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.

Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.

Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Point click care software to keep team informed of changing conditions.

Performed 20-30 functional assessments and physical examinations for admission and discharge to report changes in patient condition.

Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.

Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments. Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers. Provide care in assessments, vital signs, fall prevention and occurence for over 40 patients Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals. Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport. Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Licensed Practical Nurse 05/2020 to Current

Symphony Of Lincoln Park – Chicago, IL

Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery

Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels

Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process

Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care

Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms

Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes

Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses

Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management

Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures Medical Specialists 08/2019 to 05/2020

Grifols - Biomat – Chicago, IL

Performing physicals for donors in an accurate and timely manner Performing donor screens for plasma donations

Assisting in phlebotomy to assure continuity and flow for plasma donation Performing SPE evaluations in timely manner

Licensed Practical Nurse 06/2017 to 07/2019

Lexington Healthcare Chicago Ridge – Chicago, IL

Medicine administration and care for 30+ patients

Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

Closely monitored blood presure, pulse, respirations, bloood glucose, and pulse oximeters for all patients.

Closely monitored and documented patient behaviors. Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Maximized patient satisfaction by executing prompt response to concerns and issues. Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals. Comforted and cared for patients' familes especially during hospice care. Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport. Direct supervisor to nursing assistants and supervision of their assignments. Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments. Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers. Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Vision to keep team informed of changing conditions. Worked with mutiple departments to optimize patient care. Applied specialized wound care to patients as ordered. Performed quarterly evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences. Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations. Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.

Licensed Practical Nurse 02/2007 to 04/2017

Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital – Chicago, IL

Monitored and cared for patients' post surgery and tramua Worked in conjuction with therapists (physical, occupational, and speech) to continue the rehabilitaiton process.

Specialized wound care especially for post surgerical patients. Direct supervisor to nursing assistants and their assignments. Medicince pass inculiding narcotics.

Licensed Practical Nurse 04/2004 to 01/2007

GolfView Developmental Center – Des Plaines, IL

Monitored and cared for 70+ residents with developmental and behavioral challenges. Specialized med pass for 35+ residents.

Quarterly updated documentation for 70+ residents. Documented and reported changes in patients' behavior Licensed Practical Nurse 06/2001 to 05/2004

Brightview Care Center – Chicago, IL

Monitored and cared for long term patients.

Specified documentation and updates of patient care. Med pass, wound care, specimen collection, and respiratory treatment. Licensed Practical Nurse 01/2002 to 02/2004

Meadowbrook Manor – Naperville, IL

Skilled nursing care to long-term patients.

Med pass, wound care, specimen collection, respiratory treatments. Licensed Practical Nurse 07/1998 to 03/2001

St. James Manor & Villas – Crete, IL

Monitored and cared for long term patients.

Med pass, wound care, specimen collection, and respiratory treatments. Licensed Practical Nurse 06/1996 to 06/1999

Manor Care Sourth Holland – South Holland, IL

Monitored and cared for long term patients.

Documentation and update of patient care.

Med pass, wound care, specimen collection, and respiratory treatment. Phlebotomist 04/1995 to 04/1998

United Blood Services – Chicago, IL

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.

Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.

Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection. Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies. Organized daily work based on collection priority. Collection of blood units to be distributed to hospitals. Licensed Practical Nurse 01/1991 to 04/1995

Rush Presbyterian St. Lukes – Chicago, IL

Specialized monitoring and care of post transplant patients. Specialized wound care of post transplant and surgical patients. Specialized monitoring of lab values for post transpant patients. Part of the coorinated team in caring and education for post transpant care for patient and familes.

Telemetry monitoring for step down units of cardiac patients. Specialized medication pass and education for post transpant patients. Education

Nursing

University of Illinois At Chicago - Chicago, IL

Nursing

St. Xavier University - Chicago, IL

Dean's List

History

Chicago State University - Chicago, IL

High School Diploma 1990

George Washington High School - Chicago, IL

Graduated in Top 35% of Class.

Professional development completed in Practical Nursing.

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