Angela Espinosa R.
La Puente,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with a strong clinical foundation transitioning from medical assisting and laboratory experience. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, specimen collection, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in fast-paced healthcare environments with a focus on patient safety, infection control, and evidence-based, patient-centered care. Seeking to contribute to a collaborative team in an urgent care or outpatient setting.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health LVN
Supra Home Health
Pasadena, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Administered patient care, including medication management and wound dressing, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare practices, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols and self-care techniques.
Lab Assistant
Keck Medicine of USC
02.2021 - 03.2026
- Perform high-volume venipuncture and capillary blood collection while ensuring patient safety and comfort
- Verify and reconcile laboratory orders, ensuring accuracy and proper test selection
- Process, label, and handle specimens in compliance with CLIA and institutional protocols
- Identify and report specimen or order discrepancies to appropriate clinical staff
- Collaborate with nurses and providers to support timely diagnostics and patient care
Medical Assistant
Optum Urgent Care
06.2013 - 01.2020
- Performed patient assessments including vital signs, EKGs, and point-of-care testing
- Administered medications and injections per provider orders while maintaining safety protocols
- Assisted with minor procedures including suture/staple placement and removal using sterile technique
- Provided patient education on medications, procedures, and follow-up care
- Maintained infection control standards through sterilization and quality control processes
- Coordinated referrals, patient follow-ups, and continuity of care
- Documented all patient interactions and care accurately in EMR systems
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Medical Allied Career Center
California01-2026
IV & Blood Withdrawal Certification -
NurseLine Academy
Whittier, CA06-2026
BLS Certification -
American Heart Association
11-2024
Phlebotomy Technician Certification - undefined
Regan Career Institute
10-2017
Medical Assistant Certification - undefined
Bassett Adult School
12-2011
Skills
- Patient assessment & vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration & injections
- Wound care & dressing changes
- Infection control & sterile technique
- Phlebotomy & specimen handling
- EMR documentation (PointClickCare)
- EKGs & point-of-care testing
- Patient education & discharge instructions
- Care coordination & interdisciplinary communication
Certification
BLS Certified-American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Home Health LVN
Supra Home Health
03.2026 - Current
Lab Assistant
Keck Medicine of USC
02.2021 - 03.2026
Medical Assistant
Optum Urgent Care
06.2013 - 01.2020
Phlebotomy Technician Certification - undefined
Regan Career Institute
Medical Assistant Certification - undefined
Bassett Adult School
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Medical Allied Career Center
IV & Blood Withdrawal Certification -
NurseLine Academy
BLS Certification -
American Heart Association