Hi, I’m
ALICIA TERRELL
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Palmdale,CA
Overview
27
years of professional experience
1
LVN ( License Vocational Nuse)
1
Intravenous Therapyand Blood Withdrawal Certified
1
ACLS ( Advanced Cardiac Life Support )
1
PALS ( Pediatric Advanced Lige Support )
1
Hospital Fire and Life Safety
Work History
Vermont Health Care Center
LVN (Charge Nurse), Part Time Staff
05.2023 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers
- Monitor patients' vital signs and report any changes or abnormalities
- Assist with patient assessments and document findings accurately
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans
- Educate patients and their families on healthcare procedures, medications, and self-care techniques
- Perform various nursing procedures such as wound care catheterization, and tracheostomy care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- 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.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized support and promptly addressing inquiries.
Heritage Rehabilitation Center
LVN (Charge Nurse), Full Time Staff
10.2022 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Provide direct nursing care to the residents, and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines in the long-term care facility
- Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to me comply with the written policies and procedures
- Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, and job descriptions
- Meet with my assigned nursing staff and support personnel in planning the shifts' services, programs and activities
- Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manuel is current and reflects the day-to-day nursing procedures performed in the facility
- Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply the procedures set forth
- Make written and oral recommendations concerning the activities of my shift as required
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Developed and improved time management and organizational skills to maximise personal productivity.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Implemented customer feedback system to guide improvements in service delivery.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Palos Verdes Health Care Center
LVN (Charge Nurse), Full Time Staff
08.2018 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Help care for our residents by developing, monitoring, and evaluating interdisciplinary care
- Ensures coordination and provision of quality nursing care services in accordance with federal, state and facility requirements based on acuity of residents
- Completes reports on shift, change in patients' condition assessment and reports to RN Supervisor in a timely manner
- MAR verification reconcile, passing PO meds, checking blood sugar, dressing change
- Attends scheduled staff meetings
- Count the controlled medications
- Check the CNA's staffing and assignments for adequate staffing
- Give report to CNA's of any special needs of their assigned residents
- Check diet trays with a diet list before the trays are served to the residents
- Do medication pass to all residents and document
- Take vital signs as appropriate before giving certain medication and document
- Document all controlled medications, including the routine controlled medications on the controlled sheet as well as the MAR
- When there is a change in a resident's condition, do a thorough assessment, document, and call the MD
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Maximized staff productivity by organizing schedules according to skill mix, workload distribution, and staffing levels requirements.
- Streamlined nursing processes by developing and implementing evidence-based protocols for various clinical situations.
- Enhanced team communication by conducting regular staff meetings, addressing concerns, and promoting open dialogue.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
- Reduced medication errors by closely supervising LVNs during medication administration and ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to [Number] to [Number] patients per day in [Number]-bed unit.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with colleagues through regular meetings and communication.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
- Set and worked towards ambitious goals with staff performance plans and regular check-in meetings.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized support and promptly addressing inquiries.
The Ellison John Transitional Care Center
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Full Time Staff
11.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Balancing the needs of multiple patients in a timely manner
- Ensuring the safety and physical comfort of the patient as well as the patient's emotional and spiritual needs
- Complete medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc
- As needed
- Complete medication and treatment passes as applicable in a timely manner and in accordance with state and federal regulation and facility policy
- Periodically review medication and treatment administration records for completeness and accuracy and report any discrepancies to Director of Nursing
- Consult with attending physician as needed for treatments, medications, etc
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Provided excellent wound care management, resulting in faster healing times for patients with complex wounds.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized support and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Full time staff
12.2008 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Emergency Department (ED), performs functional nursing responsibilities: assist MD in various emergency treatment and procedures, adheres to policies and procedures for medication administration, blood transfusion and intravenous therapy management: assist EMT and RN in providing direct patient care, provide patient/family education, has ability to recognize and perform in emergency codes
- Awarded 'Employee of the Month' November 2014
- Float Pool Department, float to Medical Surgical Unit, Telemetry and Acute Rehabilitation Unit - works within departmental guidelines and completes assigned tasks on time and in an accurate manner
- Adheres to skin breakdown prevention and wound care protocol
- Ability to recognize and perform on emergency codes
- Completes reports on shift, change in patients' condition assessment and reports to staff nurse in a timely manner
- MAR verification reconcile, passing PO meds/checking blood sugar/dressing change and starting IV
- Attends scheduled staff meetings and training as required
- Accepts changes in Float Pool schedule and job assignments in a positive manner
- Have a willingness to learn new tasks
- Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency regarding special needs and behaviors of specific age
- Provides care based on care plan under the direction of the RN staff nurse
- Assists nursing technician and RN in providing direct patient care
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Antelope Valley Hospital
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), full time staff
06.2002 - 12.2008
Job overview
- Worked on all 5 units in the hospital from Medical Surgical, Telemetry, Emergency Department, Newborn Nursery, Post-Partum, and Psychiatric Unit - worked within departmental guidelines and takes initiative to expand duties
- Proficient in all areas of patient care under the direction of the RN staff nurse
- Adhered to policies and procedures for education administration, blood transfusion, and intravenous therapy management
- Proficient as regards to special needs of specific age groups
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
Providence Health Center
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Float Pool, full time staff
12.2001 - 05.2002
Job overview
- Have three years of acute care experience in Medical Surgical Unit
- Worked on all 7 units in the hospital from ICU, Medical-Surgical, Telemetry Orthopedic, Pediatric, Oncology, Emergency Department
- Worked within departmental guidelines and willing to perform various assignments in high tensions and stressful situations
- Adhered to policies and procedures on medication administration, blood transfusion, and intravenous therapy
- Worked also in Hospital Clinics assisting MD In minor and major treatment procedures
- Gives immunizations and allergy shots to pediatric and geriatric patients
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
Providence Health Center
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Full time staff, 3 North Medical Surgical Unit
12.1998 - 12.2001
Job overview
- Provided nursing care to patients of all ages with an emphasis on nephrology and geriatric patients and minor emphasis on pediatric patients
- These diagnosis included acute renal failure, pneumonia, sepsis, UTI, asthma, bronchitis, COPD, CHF, diabetes mellitus, and hypovolemia
- In addition to the care, assessment and collection of data, advisory planning on care included discharge planning, goal-setting, implementation and evaluation of patient-centered care plan
Providence Health Center
Certified Nurse Assistant/Home Care, full time staff
04.1993 - 12.1998
Job overview
- Provided personal and custodial care of client with chronic disease or disability, including patient health care, physical therapy, meal preparation and social interaction
- Enhanced patient care by providing daily assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients during meal times, ensuring they received proper nutrition according to specific dietary requirements.
- Demonstrated proficient use of medical equipment such as blood pressure monitors and oxygen concentrators for efficient patient care delivery.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by actively listening to their concerns and offering compassionate companionship.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
Obstetrics Technician, part time staff
02.1993 - 07.1993
Job overview
- Setting up, assisting nurse with scrub, vaginal delivery, cesarean-section, tubal ligation, D&C, tracheotomy and hysterectomy
- Improved the efficiency of the obstetrics unit by maintaining adequate supplies and equipment.
- Assisted with newborn care immediately following birth, ensuring proper assessment and intervention as needed.
- Served as a resource for other healthcare professionals seeking guidance on OB/GYN-related concerns or questions about specific procedures or cases encountered in their own practice.
- Supported postpartum care by assisting mothers with breastfeeding techniques and infant care education.
- Contributed to ongoing process improvements within the obstetrics department by participating in quality assurance initiatives.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through empathetic communication and attentive listening skills, increasing patient satisfaction rates within the obstetrics department.
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance during labor and delivery procedures.
- Assisted in cesarean sections, ensuring a safe and sterile environment for both mother and baby.
- Provided skilled support to surgical teams during gynecological surgeries, adhering to best practice standards at all times.
- Participated in emergency response scenarios, applying critical thinking skills to provide swift support during high-pressure situations.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Monitored patients during surgeries and identified specific response patterns.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Saint Francis Regional Medical Center
Patient Care Assistant/Certified Nurse Assistant, full time staff - Medical Surgical Unit
12.1992 - 02.1993
Job overview
- Care of medical patients with end stage renal disease and respiratory disease, cardiac and various disease under the supervision of the RN Staff nurse
- Performed general routine nursing care assisted with bathing including oral care and changes linens, positioning and turning patient every two hours or more to prevent skin breakdown, vital signs and documenting, answer call lights, assisted patients in ambulation and do ROM, monitor intake and output
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records for appropriate record keeping.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Improved patient satisfaction by responding promptly to call lights and addressing needs or concerns.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted patients during meal times, ensuring they received proper nutrition according to specific dietary requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
Hearthstone Lodge
Board & Care Manager, Nurse Assistant-full time staff
12.1990 - 05.1992
Job overview
- Provided basic care needs for the elderly, bath, oral care, ambulation, ROM, physical therapy, meal preparation, social interaction, and was responsible for day to day home management
A. L. Williams
Financial & Management Information Systems Analyst
12.1989 - 11.1990
Job overview
- Analyze, assimilate and review computer systems and interface with management made sales projections and created cost budgets for the firm
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate favorable contracts, ensure product quality, and maintain ongoing support services when required.
- Performed root cause analysis on recurring issues leading to enhanced troubleshooting methods which ultimately increased overall system stability.
- Balanced resource allocation effectively by prioritizing projects based on their budgetary constraints, timeframes, and potential return on investment.
- Streamlined data management processes for improved accuracy and accessibility.
- Enhanced system efficiency by implementing new software and hardware solutions.
- Analyzed complex datasets using advanced statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that informed strategic decision-making processes.
Republic Chemical Industries
Assistant Chief Accountant
07.1986 - 08.1989
Job overview
- Duties included material control, funding, credit collection, payroll preparation and other administrative functions
- Awarded 'Employee of the Year' 1988
Paylado's Accounting Office
Accounting Clerk
03.1981 - 05.1985
Job overview
- Responsibilities as part of college training involve journalizing, preparation of trial balances, financial statement, statement of changes in working capital, cash flow and projected financial statements
Education
College of the Canyons Community CollegeSanta Clarita, CA
Continuing Education from RN Degree
01.2013
University Overview
Finished two years of education but not completed yet.
McLennan Community CollegeWaco, Texas
Licensed Vocational Nurse
12.1998
Rose Garden Convalescent HospitalPasadena, CA
Certified Nurse Assistant
01.1991
University of San Jose RecoletosCebu City
Bachelor of Science in Commerce from Major in Accounting
03.1985
University Overview
equivalent to Bachelor of Science in Business Administration by the Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute.
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Patient care coordination
- Care planning
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Quality improvement
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical records management
- Activity tracking
- Clinical assessment
- Healthcare regulations
- Infection control protocols
- Regulatory compliance
- Delegation
- Quality care auditing
- Nursing auditing
- Admissions coordination
- Resident care
- Nursing department oversight
- Transfer management
- Care delivery oversight
- Clinical judgment
- Care plan development
- End-of-life care
- Health promotion
- Geriatric care
- Policy compliance
- Emergency care
- Surgical care
- Disease prevention
- Mental health care
- Community health
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Patient charting
- Conditions reporting
- Physical assessments
- Specimen collection
- Performance monitoring
- CPR/AED
- Responsible and dependable
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Care planning and modifications
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Patient observation
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Data analysis
- Activities of daily living adls
- Medical paperwork processing
- Strategy development
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Call answering and assistance
- Coaching and mentoring
- Management team support
- Procedure explanation
- Medical examination
- Quality assessments
- Adaptable and flexible
- Examination and test preparation
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), current
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider (CPR and AED), current
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal (Theory and Practice), 08/01/02, 36, Northridge, CA
Awards
- The Filipino American Association of Antelope Valley, Active and current volunteer member, nonprofit organization, 2002 to present. Some activities including but not all: fund raising to feed the homeless and poor, implement educational scholarships for selected outstanding students. Donate to typhoon victims and disaster home reconstruction, etc.
- Miss University of San Jose Recoletos Alumni Queen, 1987, University of San Jose Recoletos, Cebu City, Philippines
- Miss Cebu Federation of JPIA, 1985
- Miss Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA), 1985
- Presidential Meritorious Award, 1985
Timeline
LVN (Charge Nurse), Part Time Staff
Vermont Health Care Center
05.2023 - 12.2024
LVN (Charge Nurse), Full Time Staff
Heritage Rehabilitation Center
10.2022 - 12.2024
LVN (Charge Nurse), Full Time Staff
Palos Verdes Health Care Center
08.2018 - 10.2022
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Full Time Staff
The Ellison John Transitional Care Center
11.2017 - 06.2018
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Full time staff
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
12.2008 - 09.2017
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), full time staff
Antelope Valley Hospital
06.2002 - 12.2008
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Float Pool, full time staff
Providence Health Center
12.2001 - 05.2002
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), Full time staff, 3 North Medical Surgical Unit
Providence Health Center
12.1998 - 12.2001
Certified Nurse Assistant/Home Care, full time staff
Providence Health Center
04.1993 - 12.1998
Obstetrics Technician, part time staff
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
02.1993 - 07.1993
Patient Care Assistant/Certified Nurse Assistant, full time staff - Medical Surgical Unit
Saint Francis Regional Medical Center
12.1992 - 02.1993
Board & Care Manager, Nurse Assistant-full time staff
Hearthstone Lodge
12.1990 - 05.1992
Financial & Management Information Systems Analyst
A. L. Williams
12.1989 - 11.1990
Assistant Chief Accountant
Republic Chemical Industries
07.1986 - 08.1989
Accounting Clerk
Paylado's Accounting Office
03.1981 - 05.1985
College of the Canyons Community College
Continuing Education from RN Degree
McLennan Community College
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Rose Garden Convalescent Hospital
Certified Nurse Assistant
University of San Jose Recoletos
Bachelor of Science in Commerce from Major in Accounting
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