Ocianna Valenzuela
Towanda
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, excelling in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes through effective wound care and clinical documentation. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to infection control enhance team collaboration and elevate care standards.
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted with patient assessments and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering basic patient care and monitoring vital signs.
- Learned to administer medications safely under supervision, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Engaged in continuous education to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of best practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies in the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create effective care plans for patients.
- Observed and reported changes in patients' conditions to senior nursing staff promptly.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Nursing Care Coordinator
Bradford Hills
08.2019 - 04.2024
- Coordinated patient care plans among interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Implemented electronic health record systems for improved documentation and efficiency in patient care.
- Mentored nursing staff on best practices for patient management and care coordination.
- Streamlined communication protocols to ensure timely follow-up and continuity of care for patients.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, driving improvements in service delivery and satisfaction rates.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, recommending adjustments to enhance quality of care provided to patients.
- Developed and implemented infection prevention protocols to enhance patient safety.
- Conducted regular surveillance of infection rates, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
- Educated healthcare staff on best practices in infection control and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address infection control concerns effectively.
- Led investigations of infection outbreaks, coordinating response efforts and reporting findings.
- Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
- Reduced infection rates by implementing and monitoring strict infection control protocols.
- Improved patient safety through comprehensive surveillance and data analysis of hospital-acquired infections.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Developed training materials for staff on innovative wound care technologies and procedures.
- Conducted regular audits of wound care protocols to ensure compliance with best practices.
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during the process.
- Led wound care workshops for nursing staff, elevating overall departmental knowledge and patient care standards.
- Reduced wound care costs by evaluating and selecting cost-effective treatment options without compromising quality of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Absolut Care of Endicott
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Participated in training sessions focused on infection control measures and patient safety standards.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- 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.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bradford County Manor
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and dignity during care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-care instructions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Corning Community College
Corning, NY05-2026
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Catheter care
- Patient relationship building
Accomplishments
I hold 2 certifications and a LPN, one being a wound care certification which I have used in my everyday practice and as a facility wound nurse in the past, I also hold an infection control certification from the CDC, which has helped me in my practice maintain infection control standards, and worked as the infection control preventionist in a facility.
Certification
- Wound care certification.
- Infection control certification.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Nursing Care Coordinator
Bradford Hills
08.2019 - 04.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Absolut Care of Endicott
08.2018 - 05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bradford County Manor
01.2014 - 08.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Corning Community College
Nomination for Pillar of Excellents, and Daisy nominations.
I was nominated for these awards due to my outstanding detail to patient care, compassion, and empathy for every patient I have taken care of. Even though I did not win the awards it was a complete honor to be mentioned amount the amazing co-workers who go above and beyond in their everyday work life.