Licensed Vocational Nurse - Harlingen Nursing and Rehabilitation center - 3810 Hale Ave Harlingen, TX 78550
- Administered prescribed medications, IV, oral, subcutaneous, Intramuscular for high volume residents.
- Managed and counted controlled substances for shift changes.
- Initiated and managed specialized care including enteral nutrition (G-tubes/J-tubes), oxygen therapy, and urinary catheter insertions/irrigation.
- Conducted comprehensive head to toe physical assessments of residents. Reported and documented any changes in condition. Reporting to RN or PA.
- Monitored vital signs, blood glucose levels and lab results.
- Collaborated with team
- Maintained electronic health record HER up to date with daily notes, incident reports, and treatment logs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Home Health - Tri-County Healthcare Private duty nursing - 613 W Sesame Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550
Delivered high-quality, specialized home care for a non-ambulatory young adult
- Utilized Hoyer lifts for safe, secure transfers (bed to wheelchair) and provided complete activities of daily living (ADLs) support, including total personal hygiene and diaper changes.
- Conducted prescribed therapeutic extremity exercises to maintain joint flexibility and client comfort.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Home Health Nurse (Young Adult) - Little Miracles Home Health - 720 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550
Deliver comprehensive 1-on-1 skilled nursing care for a high-acuity young adult patient in a home setting.
- Manage G-tube enteral nutrition, including the administration of scheduled feedings via pump and the delivery of medications through the gastric port.
- Monitor and maintain skin integrity through diligent incontinence care and a proactive toileting schedule, significantly reducing the risk of skin breakdown and accidents.
- Ensure patient safety by providing ambulation assistance and steadying techniques for a patient with gait instability and swaying.
- Utilize de-escalation and calming techniques to manage patient anxiety and prevent self-injury during periods of physical instability.
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including showering and personal hygiene, while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Home Health Nurse (Pediatric Adolescent) - Little Miracles Home Health - 720 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550
- Managed daily G-tube bolus feedings, ensuring proper positioning, residual checks, and site maintenance for a 16-year-old patient.
- Safely administered all prescribed medications via gastrostomy tube, monitoring for efficacy and potential adverse reactions.
- Performed daily assessments of the G-tube stoma site, ensuring cleanliness and preventing skin breakdown or infection.
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate mental stimulation activities tailored to the patient's cognitive level and sensory needs
- Executed daily Range of Motion (ROM) exercises and provided physical assistance with ambulation to maintain joint flexibility and prevent muscle atrophy.
- Provided comprehensive support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including hygiene, grooming, and dressing, while promoting as much patient independence as possible.
- Utilized KANtime healthcare software to complete daily clinical narratives and comprehensive nursing assessments, ensuring 100% compliance with Medicare regulations.
- Maintained detailed logs of patient response to interventions, behavioral changes, and nutritional intake to ensure continuity of care.
Medical Assistant - Yasmin Maldonado Internal Medicine Clinic - 120 Uptown Ave, Brownsville, TX
(2021-01 - 2024-12)
- Patient Care: Managed high-volume patient flow, recording vital signs and documenting medical histories for an Internal Medicine practice.
- Specimen Collection: Performed venipuncture and collected/processed lab specimens (blood, urine, swabs) ensuring accuracy and patient comfort.
- Medication Administration: Assisted in administering injections and medications under provider supervision.
- Compliance: Maintained 100% adherence to HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy and Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Collaboration: Worked closely with Dr. Maldonado and the healthcare team to implement individualized care plans for patients with chronic conditions.
