Darnell Hidalgo
Thibodaux
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with expertise in patient care, effective communication, and adaptability. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and educate patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Divinity Home Health
Thibodaux
11.2022 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care and medication administration.
- Delivered direct patient care in home settings, addressing unique needs of diverse populations.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Recorded patient progress and communicated significant changes to supervising nurses for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices.
- Consulted with physicians regarding orders for diagnostic tests or treatments related to specific diagnoses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Thibodaux Regional Cancer Center
Thibodaux
05.2012 - 10.2022
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered chemotherapy and other treatments per patient care protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, treatments administered and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Facilitated patient transitions from acute care settings back into the home environment.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
Houma
04.2009 - 04.2012
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care and medication administration.
- Provided direct patient care in home settings for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans, ensuring tailored approaches for patient needs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices, enhancing understanding of care and promoting adherence.
- Documented patient progress and reported changes to supervising nurses, facilitating timely interventions and adjustments to care.
- Consulted with physicians regarding orders for diagnostic tests or treatments related to specific diagnoses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrebonne Home Care
Houma
10.2007 - 04.2009
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care and medication administration.
- Provided direct patient care in home settings for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plans, optimizing treatment and support.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to supervising nurses to ensure continuity of care.
- Consulted with physicians regarding orders for diagnostic tests or treatments related to specific diagnoses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stanocola Home Health
Baton Rouge
01.2006 - 09.2007
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care and medication administration.
- Provided direct patient care in home settings for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and reported changes to supervising nurses.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices.
- Consulted with physicians regarding orders for diagnostic tests or treatments related to specific diagnoses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Our Lady of The Lake Rehab
Baton Rouge
05.2004 - 01.2006
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Documented all aspects of patient care according to established protocols within a timely manner.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to promote independence.
- Conducted assessments of movement capabilities post-injury or surgery utilizing range-of-motion exercises, balance tests, gait training.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrebonne Regional Medical Center (TRMC) Rehab
Houma
10.1997 - 05.2004
- Assessed patient needs to develop individualized rehabilitation plans that addressed specific recovery goals.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, neurological function and pain levels of patients during treatment sessions.
- Performed wound care management, including dressing changes and debridement, to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Documented patient outcomes and maintained accurate health records.
- Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation techniques such as exercise programs, therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment use.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
CIS Houma
Houma
06.1998 - 05.2000
- Administered medications in accordance with established protocols and patient care guidelines to ensure safe and effective treatment.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Coordinated patient care with physicians to initiate and adjust medications, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain comprehensive patient histories.
- Maintained accurate records of all cardiovascular treatments administered to patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Young Memorial
Morgan City, LA06-1997
Skills
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Wound management
- Patient assessment
- Patient evaluations
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Care plan development
- Treatment coordination
- Patient safety protocols
- Indirect patient care
- Team collaboration
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Divinity Home Health
11.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Thibodaux Regional Cancer Center
05.2012 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
04.2009 - 04.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrebonne Home Care
10.2007 - 04.2009
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stanocola Home Health
01.2006 - 09.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Our Lady of The Lake Rehab
05.2004 - 01.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse
CIS Houma
06.1998 - 05.2000
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrebonne Regional Medical Center (TRMC) Rehab
10.1997 - 05.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Young Memorial