Patient Care Vocational Nurse
Resume:
KATHLEEN SMITH
828-***-**** - adykr3@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 30 plus years of patient- facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Superior clinical skills and sound judgement. Able to react in emergency s
SKILLS
Supporting Daily Living Needs
Tracheotomy Tubes
Assisting Physicians
Hospice and Palliative Care
Patient Counseling
Infection Control Procedures
Patient Education
Direct Patient Care
Patient Record Reviews
Administrative Support
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Wound Care Management
IV Insertion
Patient Care Assessment
Patient Medical Histories
Monitoring Vital Signs
Adaptable and Flexible
Supply Requisition and Inventory
Patient Preparation and Assistance
Nursing Intervention Evaluations
Medical Supply Management
PICC Lines
Monitor IV Fluids
Clear Patient Communication
Test Interpretations
Procedure Explanation
Staffing Assignments
Medication administration,
immunizations,
WORK HISTORY
06/2022 to 07/2023 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Staff Del Amo Behavioral Hospital – Torrance, CA
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options. Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians. Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients. Administered medications and injections to patients. Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician. Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times. Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance. Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications. Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications. Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms. Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding. Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients. Administered Emergency medication when ordered by Physician Aided in De escalating unsafe encounters with patients. Patient population was Mental and Behavioral Health. 02/2022 to 05/2022 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registry Maxim Staffing Solutions – Los Angeles, CA
Assigned to Martin Luther King STD and TB Clinic.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance. Assisted in the in house Pharmacy when needed.
Assisted in packaging individualized medication to be delivered to patient home. Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery. Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPPA laws and prevent information breaches.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
10/2021 to 02/2022 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registry Associated Health Professional Inc. – Commerce, CA Worked in the Covid Vaccine Clinic administering the Covid and Flu vaccine at the LACUSC Campus.
Assisted the Rand Schrader HIV and STD Clinic.
Scheduled appointments.
Ensured patient lab work completed prior to appointment. All other duties as assigned.
06/2017 to 09/2021 Nursing Supervisor
Optum, UnitedHealth Group – Torrance, CA
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed. Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care. Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality. Coordinated nursing care for patients and participated in patient and family education.
Investigated and reported all incidents per hospital policies. Maximized staff and patient protections by enforcing optimal disease prevention protocols.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses of concern. Maintained strong commitment to patient care through dedicated case management and treatment delivery.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosage before administering medications.
Monitored patient reaction after administering medications, injections, and IV therapies.
Called pt. to share lab results and discuss physician treatment. Assisted in the Allergy, Wound Care, Infusion and Podiatry Clinics. Supervised the Urogynecology, Gynecology and Primary Care Clinics. 02/2009 to 03/2016 Health Care Specialist
Lincare Home Oxygen And Respiratory Systems – Hendersonville, NC Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment. Developed health plans for patients to improve overall health or recover from injuries and illnesses.
Educated clients and families about rights and responsibilities. Advised and educated patients regarding diet, hygiene and effective disease prevention methods.
Represented and interpreted agency's functions and services to other institutions, public, government agencies and other organizations. Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients. Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services. Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications. Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
Obtained patient or family member authorizations for tests and procedures. Set up and monitored home Ventilators and Cpap machines. Monitored patient progress when participating in clinical trials. Provided on call care.
Ensured efficacy of treatment through monitoring of treatment regimens. Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient. Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patient and caregivers to continue consistency.
08/2007 to 01/2009 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Staff Buncombe County Detention Center – Asheville, NC
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Administered medications via oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians. Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients. Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms. Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests. Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
Treated a variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters. Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosage before administering medications.
Stabilized patient prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds, suicide attempts prior to hospital transfer/
Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic illness. With officer escort would accompany prisoner to court as needed. 02/2002 to 05/2005 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty Parent Of Minor Child – Brandywine, MD
02/2002 to 04/2005 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty Family Of Minor Child – Brandywine, MD
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Managed PICC line with strict sterile techniques.
Administered IV medications.
Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with Physician orders.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs.
Managed Gastric Tube and feedings.
02/2002 to 04/2005 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty Parent Of Minor Child – Brandywine, MD
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance. Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations. Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to patient Health Care Providers.
.Maintained Picc line.
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment. Administered medication as directed by physician.
Administered gastric tube feeding and changed tube when needed. Accompanied parent to all medical appointments.
Secured controlled narcotics and administered on schedule to meet patient needs. Administered prescribed medication and treatments as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physicians orders.
Changed IV sites, catheters, Tracheostomy tube, gastric tube when ordered to prevent infection or other issues.
01/2001 to 03/2002 Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse Heartland Hospice – Baltimore, MD
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures. Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning. Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations. Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences. Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery. Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process. Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
02/1995 to 12/2000 Licensed Vocational Nurse, Urology, Nurse Manager Chiaramonte And Associates – Waldorf, MD
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.y Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
IN and Out catheterizations.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in paper chart.
Bladder scans.
Assisted with in office cystoscopies, vasectomies. Performed bladder irrigations
Administered Zoledex abdominal injections.
Scheduled hospital surgeries and obtained prior authorization from insurance. Obtained proper specimens and sent out for testing/ Suture removal.
Prepared and sanitized rooms before surgical procedures and assisted with procedure.
Autoclave surgical instruments.
Order supplies.
Monitor staff.
Schedule patients.
Updated policy and procedure manuals.
Scheduled Drug rep for meeting with Doctor.
EDUCATION
06/1991 No Degree: Vocational Nursing
Merced College - Merced, CA
06/1979 High School Diploma
Moreno Valley High School - Moreno Valley, CA
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Covid Vaccine and boostered
Current CPR
IV and Blood Withdrawal certified
REFERENCES
Emilia Clark, RN
Del Amo Behavioral Healt
1 year
Joanna Padilla, NP
Optum
5 years
Amanda Gonzales, MA
Optum
6 years
Heather Neal, LVN
Optum
5 years
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