Anjelica Bravo-Vallejo
Nurse
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nurse with over 2 years of LVN experience, specializing in wound care and holding ACLS certification. Proven leadership abilities as a charge nurse and supervisor demonstrate a commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment while delivering exceptional patient care. Eager to leverage clinical expertise and interpersonal skills to enhance patient outcomes and support the mission of Cottage Hospital. A strong advocate for patient-centered care, consistently striving for excellence in all aspects of nursing practice.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Channel Islands Post Acute
06.2023 - Current
- Charge Nurse responsible for supervision and coordination of care for up to 30 patients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Dialysis Technician
Davita
12.2017 - 05.2023
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Educated new staff as a preceptor and supported team skill development.
- Assisted physicians in evaluating patients'' dialysis needs, effectively communicating pertinent information regarding treatment progress.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Cannulated AV fistulas, grafts, and managed central venous catheters under RN supervision
Mental Health Technician
Vista Del Mar
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Conducted routine safety checks and maintained a therapeutic milieu following facility protocol
CNA
Maxim Health Care Services
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA 05.2001 -
Certification of Vocational Nursing - License Vocational Nurse
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA 05.2001 -
Associate of Behavioral Science & General Science -
Ventura College
Ventura 05.2001 -
Skills
Patient assessments & focused assessments
Medication administration and reconciliation
Wound care management
Admission assessments & care plan initiation
Monitoring vital signs, hemodynamics, and early deterioration
Recognizing and responding to emergencies(ACLS-certified)
Caring for high-risk, aggressive, anxious, or confused patients
Recognizing early sepsis, respiratory distress,and shock
Supporting unit workflow in fast paced environments
Certification
ACLS
Timeline
ACLS
07-2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Channel Islands Post Acute
06.2023 - Current
License Vocational Nurse
04-2023
Dialysis Technician
Davita
12.2017 - 05.2023
Mental Health Technician
Vista Del Mar
08.2016 - 12.2017
CNA
Maxim Health Care Services
01.2016 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
05.2001 -
Certification of Vocational Nursing - License Vocational Nurse
Santa Barbara City College
05.2001 -
Associate of Behavioral Science & General Science -
Ventura College
05.2001 -