LVN - Pursuit Center - Houston
(2026-05)
- Orchestrated client caseload management, encompassing medication administration, appointment scheduling, referral processing, and the generation and editing of health profiles and general care plans.
- Maintained comprehensive client files to ensure adherence to state compliance regulations.
Resident Care Director - 5 Star Senior Living - Houston
(2024-08 - 2026-03)
- Championed resident health and well-being by performing accurate nursing assessments, ensuring high-quality medical care, and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff, and their families.
- Served as the primary liaison to family members and patients, providing education on care plans and available options.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare vendors to ensure a high quality of life for residents.
- Interfaced with residents to ensure compliance with medication programs and the execution of care plans.
- Cultivated respectful relationships with patients and staff, focusing on improving quality of life through a productive, supportive, and positive work environment.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to implement patient care strategies, drive positive outcomes, and enhance clinical operations.
- Applied principles of Geriatric Nursing and maintained knowledge of pertinent State Regulations.
- Adhered to all OSHA regulations and safety procedures during patient handling and equipment use.
- Demonstrated proficiency in writing reports, business correspondence, nursing/resident progress notes, and nursing procedures.
- Developed and ensured the implementation of nursing care plans in collaboration with physicians, therapists, and nursing assistants.
- Provided ongoing mentoring and encouragement to the care team.
- Conducted regular orientations, training sessions, and meetings.
- Followed established procedures for the use of nursing equipment and supplies.
- Completed pre-admission assessments for potential residents.
- Assumed management responsibilities in the Executive Director's absence.
Resident Care Director - Creekside Memory Care - Houston
(2022-12 - 2024-07)
- Directed all resident care and staffing for Memory Care services.
- Executed resident assessments, medication/pharmacy management, and addressed resident activities of daily living and personal care needs.
- Sourced clean linens and supplies, and maintained cleanliness of utility rooms, kitchen areas, and all other assigned nursing areas.
- Ensured resident equipment was clean, maintained hygienic resident conditions, and reported resident status or family concerns to a licensed nurse.
- Prioritized the safety of all community customers to minimize potential fire and accident risks.
- Ensured facility adherence to legal, safety, health, fire, and sanitation codes by actively participating in the site's fire, safety, and disaster plans and understanding MSDS information.
- Supported marketing efforts for the assisted living community through tours, public relations events, and interaction with potential customer referral sources.
- Facilitated resident move-ins, assisting with orientation to the community, staff, and overall adjustment.
- Applied principles of Geriatric Nursing and maintained knowledge of pertinent State Regulations.
- Adhered to all OSHA regulations and safety procedures during patient handling and equipment use.
Asst Resident Care Director - Colonial Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care - Houston
(2021-01 - 2022-12)
- Conducted resident assessments to develop customized, compliant Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and performed reviews as required by state codes.
- Managed the facility's medication administration program, auditing Medication Administration Records (MAR) to ensure 100% regulatory compliance.
- Supervised, scheduled, and mentored the care team.
- Audited daily shift documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided direct resident care as needed and contributed insights regarding client progress to the interdisciplinary team.
- Completed all incident reports and other required documentation.
LPN - TDCJ (Texas Department Criminal Justice) Byrd Unit - Houston
(2019-06 - 2020-11)
- Implemented care plans, performed daily documentation, administered medications, and supervised inmate behavior.
Certified Medication Aide - Courtyard of Pasadena - Houston
(2017-08 - 2019-05)
- Provided direct patient care to over 30 patients daily, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Administered treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted with patient education, facilitating understanding of conditions and treatment plans.
- Reported changes in patient health status promptly to physicians, families, and supervisors.
- Ordered medications for patients and administered them according to physician prescriptions, including the maintenance of tube feedings.
- Observed patients and charted/reported changes in their conditions.
- Collected biological samples (e.g., urine, stool, sputum) for laboratory testing as ordered by physicians.
- Assembled and utilized medical equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen concentrators as ordered by physicians.
- Collaborated within a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
- Evaluated the outcomes of nursing interventions and conferred with other healthcare team members as necessary.
- Provided basic patient care and treatments, including vital signs monitoring, physical and hygiene assessments, wound care, and recording of intake and output.
CMA - The Turning Point - Houston
(2014-06 - 2017-07)
- Administered medications in accordance with Texas state regulations, documented Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), medication responses, vital signs, and patient concerns.
- Facilitated the timely disbursement of medications.
- Reported any changes observed in patients' conditions.
- Adhered to all applicable medication administration standards.
- Prepared daily medication reports.
Med Aide/Caregiver - West Janisch Healthcare Center - Houston
(2011-09 - 2014-04)
- Provided assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
- Completed daily documentation, including vitals, care provided, and incidents.
Nurse Assistant - Silver Springs - Houston
(2008-12 - 2011-05)
- Assisted patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
- Completed daily documentation, including vitals, care provided, and incidents.
Nurse Assistant - LEXINGTON PLACE NURSING & REHAB - Houston
(2005-07 - 2008-11)
- Provided assistance with patient Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
- Completed daily documentation, including vitals, care provided, and incidents.
