Sonia F. Regalado

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Seeking a rewarding position with an established organization where I can utilize my skills as an licensed vocational nurse (LVN). EXPERIENCE

CSL Plasma, Weslaco, TX — LVN

March 2017-December 2017

Screened donors per medical requirements to donate plasma. Monitored vital signs and overall patient wellness while donating plasma per organization protocols. Ensured patient safety throughout their visits.

Hidalgo County Jail, Edinburg, TX — LVN

July 2013- January 2017

Provided general health care to all iresidents of Hidalgo County Jail, administered treatment and medicine prescribed and supervised by the Medical Authority for patients. Assisted RN and MD on sick calls, wound care, exams, history taking and follow ups. Adhered to infection control protocols and chart documentations per policy and protocol.

Healthcare Scouts/ Superior Health, Mcallen, TX— LVN January 2013 - June 2013

Reviewed assessments for PHC service, referral for DME equipment. Formulated authorizations for continuance of care, provider services and data entry. Educated on diabetes, hypertension, COPD and other chronic disease processes. Del Cielo Home Health Care, Edinburg, TX —LVN

September 2011- January 2013

Skilled nursing assessments, documentation, medication review, and assisted with drug refills. Skilled teaching and instruction to patients and family members as needed. Executed plans of care by ordering staff including catheter care, central line and wound dressings, IV/IM injections. Assisted in continuation of care to MD. Angelitos Home Health Care, Rio Grande City, TX — LVN November 2011 - December 2011

Skilled nursing assessments, documentation, medication review, and assisted with drug refills. Skilled teaching and instruction to patients and family members as needed. Executed plans of care by ordering staff including catheter care, central line and wound dressings, IV/IM injections. Assisted in continuation of care to MD. SKILLS

Kinnser

experience

IM/IV drug

administration

Wound care

Skilled in

respiratory care

Experience in

diverse

populations

including elderly,

pediatrics and

LGBTQ+

population

LANGUAGES

Fluent in English

& Spanish

Lincare, McAllen, TX — LVN/Healthcare Specialist

November 2008 - January 2010

Setup of respiratory equipment (i.e: CPAPs, BiPAPs, oxygen equipment). Monitored equipment remotely and reported abnormalities to ordering physicians. Documented accordingly. Educated patients on respiratory disease processes (OSA, COPD,etc). Felici Pediatrics, McAllen, TX — Medical Assistant July 2008 - January 2008

General medical office duties such as assisting with patient’s vitals, administration of immunizations, chart documentation, referrals and follow up appointments. Valley AIDS Council, McAllen, TX— Intervention Specialist/Youth Mentor

July 2003- July 2007

Assisted HIV positive pregnant women, children and youth in obtaining HIV services. Seeking newly identified persons to educate by means of home or hospital visits.Presentations, education, testing, counseling and community outreach on HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections. EDUCATION

Valley Grande Institute, Weslaco, TX — Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification

April 2007- July 2008

San Antonio College of Medical & Dental Assistants, McAllen, TX

—Registered Medical Assistant Certificate

March 2002 - January 2003

PROFESSIONAL LICENSE

Texas Board of Nursing-Licensed Vocational Nurse —License

#216976 exp. 05/31/2025

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