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Education
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Certification
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Angela Guzman

Anaheim,CA

Summary

Dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive experience at PIH Health Urgent Care, excelling in medication administration and patient safety. Proven ability to lead teams and promote effective communication, ensuring optimal patient care. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and empathetic support, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

PIH Health Urgent Care
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed patient care, within my scope of practice.
  • Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
  • Execute treatments such as urinary catheterization, IV therapy, and administration of inhalation treatments.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with testing, exams, and procedures.
  • Serve as resource to coworkers by leading medical assistants and assisting in problem solving.
  • Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.

Medical Assistant

PIH Health Family Practice
01.2013 - 04.2023
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
  • Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Medical Allied Career Center
Santa Fe Springs, CA
11-2022

Medical Assistant -

UEI
Huntington Park, CA
04-2001

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Geriatric care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Screening and triaging
  • Intravenous therapy certification
  • Breathing treatments
  • Wound care
  • Medication dispensing
  • Patient triaging
  • EKG administration
  • Samples collection
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Staff direction and task delegation

Certification

  • Licensed Vocation Nurse - 2021-2022
  • BLS, American Heart Association - 08/2023
  • Intravenous Therapy/Blood Withdrawal, LGL - 03/2023

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

PIH Health Urgent Care
04.2023 - Current

Medical Assistant

PIH Health Family Practice
01.2013 - 04.2023

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Medical Allied Career Center

Medical Assistant -

UEI

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