April Senter
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated new graduate RN with prior LVN and Family Birth Unit CNA experience seeking to join a maternal health team. Eager to build upon a strong clinical foundation while contributing to a collaborative environment focused on safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sharp Rees- Stealy, Urology
San Diego, CA
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Utilized critical thinking and nursing judgement to assess, prioritize care, and implement timely intervention.
- Assisted with urologic procedures using sterile technique and maintained infection control standards.
- Administered medications and therapeutic injections while ensuring adherence to safety protocols, accurate dosing, and patient monitoring.
- Managed nurse-led clinics by providing patient education, wound care, and post-procedure instructions.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Urology/Gynecology/ Infertility
San Diego, CA
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Managed an independent Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) clinic, providing treatments and patient education.
- Floated to the infertility clinic to assist with specimen preparation for Intrauterine Insemination (IUI).
- Collected and labeled samples with precise documentation and chain-of-custody procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure efficiency and quality patient outcomes.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Scripps Mercy Hospital, Family Birth Unit
San Diego, CA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Collected and documented maternal vital signs; promptly reported abnormal findings to the RN to ensure timely intervention.
- Assisted postpartum patients with perineal care and monitored for excessive bleeding, clots, or abnormal lochia; immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
- Supported early ambulation and mobility to reduce risk of postpartum complications.
- Assisted with newborn care, including bathing (when not contraindicated), diapering, swaddling, and promoting safe sleep practices.
Education
Online RN to BSN - Nursing
Boise State University
06.2027
Associates Degree - Nursing
San Diego City College
05.2026
Associates degree - Behavioral And Social Studies
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA01.2012
Skills
- Recognition of obstetric complications (postpartum hemorrhage, infection, pain escalation)
- Strong sterile technique and procedural assistance
- EMR documentation proficient, EPIC
- Interdisciplinary collaboration in fast-paced clinical environments
Certification
- NCLEX-RN, CA -Anticipated June 2026
- Licensed Vocational Nurse, CA
- IV Therapy and Blood Draw, Certification
- BLS/ CPR
- ACLS -Anticipated March 2026
- NRP -Anticipated June 2026
ClinicalHours (Advanced Placement Curriculum)
- LVN to RN 54 hours San Diego Community College
- Medical Surgical III 172 hours UCSD IR/10 East/west 11 East/West
- Gerontology 160 hours St. Paul McColl
- Mental Health 160 hours Scripps Mercy, Behavioral Health Unit
- Leadership 120 hours San Diego Community College
- Medical Surgical IV 120 hours Kaiser Permanente, Zion
Accomplishments
- Kaiser Permanente Certificate of Recognition, OBGYN Dept, March 2020 For "Exceptional work ethic and performance for colorectal cancer screenings for patients."
- Kaiser Permanente Certificate of Recognition, OBGYN Dept, May 2020 For "Exceptional work ethic and performance for mammogram screenings for patients."
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sharp Rees- Stealy, Urology
05.2024 - 04.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Urology/Gynecology/ Infertility
04.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant
Scripps Mercy Hospital, Family Birth Unit
01.2016 - 01.2019
Online RN to BSN - Nursing
Boise State University
Associates Degree - Nursing
San Diego City College
Associates degree - Behavioral And Social Studies
Grossmont College