CHERITA MIRANDA

adusid@r.postjobfree.com 972-***-**** Mansfield, TX 76063

Summary

Self-motivated, proactive and proficient Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic laboratory experience. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Certified in areas such as IV insertion/maintenance,and Community Health/immunizations.

Skills

Disease Prevention

Diagnosis and Treatment

Patient Testing

Conflict Resolution

Intravenous Medications

Patient Charting

Team Building

Epic Systems

Patient Positioning and Transporting

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Recording

Specimen Collection

Team Supervision

Postpartum Patient Care

Infant Feeding and Care

Infection Control

Time Management

Responsible and Dependable

Strong Clinical Judgment

Experience

Clinical LVN

02/2020 - Current

Crossover Health Grapevine, TX

Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.

Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.

Followed up on diagnostic tests to verify completion and obtain results for treatment planning.

Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development..

Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals.

Oncology Nurse

05/2020 - 06/2021

Verdi Oncology Dallas, TX

Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.

Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.

Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

Provided emotional support for patients receiving physically taxing treatments.

Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

Healthcare Assistant

01/2003 - 04/2020

Various Locations Dallas, TX

Recorded vital signs, weight and patient information in electronic health records system.

Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.

Supported RN with tasks such as wound cleansing and urinary catheterization.

Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Attended to patients in 32-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Education and Training

LVN: Nursing

04/2020

Concorde Career College Grand Prairie, TX

Certifications

Licensed Vocation Nurse - 2020

IV Training and Certification - 2020

Community Health and Immunization Training - 2020

BLS/CPR-2022

Clinical Nurse Preceptor Training - 2022

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