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Jennifer Garcia

Roma, TX

Summary

New Graduate from RN program, diligent with case management, with proven background in providing high-quality care to patients in their homes. Accommodating Private Duty Nurse offering 7-year background, rendering professional home nursing care to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate the needs of assigned patients. Skillful in educating and advising patients and families on treatment programs. Commended for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction in Upper RGV.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Duty LVN

All About Kids Home Health
03.2023 - Current
    • Assisted patients with daily living activities, preserving dignity and encouraging selfsufficiency.
    • Mentored new LVNs entering the private duty sector by sharing knowledge gained from years of experience.
    • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care and treatment efficacy.
    • Improved patient outcomes by providing individualized care and closely monitoring their progress.
    • Evaluated the effectiveness of ongoing treatments regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to optimize results.
    • Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring timely communication of pertinent information to other healthcare providers.
    • Enhanced patient safety by diligently following medical protocols and administering medications accurately.
    • Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment for healing.
    • Monitored vital signs regularly, alerting physicians to any concerning changes or trends in patient health status.
    • Performed thorough assessments of new patients, establishing baseline measurements that informed future treatment decisions.

Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty

Happy Valley Home Care
03.2023 - 04.2024
    • Implemented infection control protocols consistently to minimize risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable patients.
    • Exceeded expectations in meeting the unique needs of each patient through personalized attention, adapting interventions according to specific circumstances.
    • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results while minimizing patient discomfort.
    • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care.
    • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through effective communication skills, earning trust as a reliable caregiver.
    • Evaluated the effectiveness of care provided, making adjustments as needed to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction levels.
    • Maintained current knowledge of best practices in nursing care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
    • Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring timely completion of required paperwork for regulatory compliance.
    • Contributed positively to team dynamics by offering support and assistance when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment among colleagues.
    • Enhanced patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and administering prescribed medications.
    • Increased efficiency in workflow processes by utilizing electronic health record systems effectively for accurate data entry and retrieval.
    • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, addressing concerns or issues promptly to ensure quality of care was maintained at all times.
    • Reduced hospital readmission rates through diligent follow-up care and thorough discharge instructions.
    • Provided comprehensive health education for patients and families, resulting in better understanding of medical conditions.
    • Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
    • Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
    • Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
    • Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
    • Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
    • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
    • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
    • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.

Private Duty LVN

Ageless Living Home Health
03.2018 - 02.2023
  • Administered wound care treatments, minimizing infection risk and promoting proper healing.
  • Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks according to patient needs and ensuring all essential duties were completed in a timely manner.
  • Served as a liaison between the patient, family members, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care throughout the treatment process.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the nursing field.

Education

RN - Nursing

Rio Grande Valley College
Edinburg, TX
04-2025

LVN -

South Texas College
McAllen, Tx
07-2017

Skills

  • Catheter care
  • Gastrostomy care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Respiratory care
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Enteral feeding
  • Seizure management
  • Pediatric care
  • Ventilator management
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Nebulizer treatments
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical documentation

Additional Information

I have 7 years of experience as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) in private duty nursing. Upon entering the RN program, my ultimate goal is to secure a position in case management.

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Private Duty LVN

All About Kids Home Health
03.2023 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty

Happy Valley Home Care
03.2023 - 04.2024

Private Duty LVN

Ageless Living Home Health
03.2018 - 02.2023

RN - Nursing

Rio Grande Valley College

LVN -

South Texas College

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