Pawanpreet Kaur
Yuba City,CA
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse skilled in vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and patient care planning. Committed to delivering high-quality care and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cedar Grove MHRC
Yuba City, California
11.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in mental health rehabilitation settings.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions accurately.
- Administered medications and managed treatment plans under supervision.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all residents.
- Responded to emergencies by implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
CNA
River Valley Care Center
Live Oak, California
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at all times.
- Documented patient care provided in electronic health records accurately.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during activities.
- Assisted with mobility and transportation of residents within the facility.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Kular Nursing School
Bija, IndiaHigh School Diploma - General education
Guru Tegh Bahadur Sen. Secondary School
Doraha, IndiaSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient care planning
- Infection control
- EHR documentation
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Compliance management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Psychosocial support
- Emotional intelligence
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Treatment plan implementation
- Patient and family communication
- Nutrition support
- Personal hygiene support
- Mental health support
- Documentation accuracy
- HIPAA compliance
- Care plan development
- Direct patient care
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Patient safety protocols
- Verbal and written communication
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cedar Grove MHRC
11.2021 - Current
CNA
River Valley Care Center
05.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Kular Nursing School
High School Diploma - General education
Guru Tegh Bahadur Sen. Secondary School