Angelica Vargas
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated License Vocational Nurse with a proven track record at Sharon Care Center, excelling in geriatric care and mental health support. Leveraged expertise in medication administration and compassionate patient advocacy to enhance treatment outcomes. Achieved a significant reduction in patient recovery times through innovative care strategies and effective interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
License Vocational Nurse
Sharon Care Center
09.2023 - Current
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedars Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
Education
LIcense Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Medical Allied Career Center
Santa Fe Springs05-2023
High School Diploma -
EPHS
Long Beach, CA06-2011
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Geriatric Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Mental Health Support
- Wound Care
- Behavioral assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
License Vocational Nurse
Sharon Care Center
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedars Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital
12.2022 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
02.2020 - 03.2022
LIcense Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Medical Allied Career Center
High School Diploma -
EPHS
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