Althea Danya
IHHS
Burney,CA
14
years of professional experience
Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive experience at Restpadd Psychiatric Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient assessment. Proven ability to foster therapeutic relationships while implementing effective care plans. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and crisis intervention, ensuring patient safety and comfort in high-pressure environments.
Experienced with patient care, medical procedures, and support. Utilizes effective communication to enhance patient interactions and improve care outcomes. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and patient management, consistently delivering compassionate and efficient service.
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
3 Years 1 Month- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient responses for adverse reactions.
- Documented vital signs, assessments, and care interventions in clinical records.
- Assisted with psychiatric patient care, maintaining calm, therapeutic communication during shifts.
- Implemented safety protocols to support patients in acute behavioral health settings.
- Observed behavior changes and promptly reported concerns to supervising nurses.
- Supported crisis intervention efforts by following unit procedures and de-escalation techniques.
- Maintained accurate medication carts, supplies, and infection control standards.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
Caregiver
3 Years 7 Months- Assisted clients with personal care, bathing, grooming, and daily living activities
- Monitored client well-being and reported changes in condition to family or care team
- Prepared meals and supported nutrition plans aligned with client needs
- Maintained clean, safe living spaces through light housekeeping and organization
- Reminded clients to take medications and follow scheduled routines
- Provided mobility support, transfers, and safe ambulation assistance
- Built trusting relationships through compassionate, patient, and respectful support
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
6 Years 2 Months- Administered medications and monitored psychiatric patients for therapeutic response and adverse effects.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient progress in behavioral health records with accuracy.
- Collected vital signs and completed routine nursing observations to support treatment planning.
- Collaborated with registered nurses, psychiatrists, and care teams to coordinate patient care.
- Implemented infection control and safety protocols to protect patients and staff.
- Supervised daily nursing tasks, prioritized patient needs, and maintained consistent unit workflow.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Developmentally Delayed
3 Years 6 Months- Administered medications and treatments while monitoring resident responses and documenting care accurately.
- Coordinated daily nursing routines to support consistent resident care and timely interventions.
- Assessed resident conditions, reported changes promptly, and adjusted care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Supervised medication passes, ensuring compliance with physician orders and facility procedures.
- Responded to urgent clinical needs, prioritizing interventions to promote resident safety and comfort.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Education
- General Studies
GED
- Nursing Education
Skills
Medication administration
Geriatric care
HIPAA compliance
Vital signs monitoring
Catheter care
Compassionate care
Patient care
Clinical judgment
Patient education
Direct patient care
Infection control
Patient assessment
Mental health support
Healthcare software proficiency
Documentation accuracy
Diabetes management
Workflow coordination
Nutrition support
Treatment plan implementation
Medical examination
Care plan development
Anatomy
Care plans
Postoperative care
Treatment outcome monitoring
Nursing processes
Screening and triaging
Patient and family communication
Reporting and documentation
HIPAA guideline adherence
Vital signs
Patient relationship building
Caregiving skills
Immunization administration
Patient assessments
Wound care
Breathing treatments
Emergency response
Medication dispensing
Physical assessment
Clinical documentation
EMR / EHR
Transcribing orders
Inpatient care
Palliative care
Staff supervision
End-of-life care
Counting narcotics
Charting and recording
HIPAA protocols
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Restpadd Psychiatric Hospital
09.2023 - CurrentRead More
Caregiver
IHHS
03.2023 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mayers Memorial Hospital District Long Term Care
05.2015 - 07.2021Read More
Licensed Vocational Nurse Developmentally Delayed
Tera Bella Communities
03.2013 - 09.2016Read More
Ohlone College
from General Studies
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Piedmont Hills High School
GED
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Feather River College
from Nursing Education
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