Gurpreet Kaur
Woodland ,CA
Summary
I am a dedicated and accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse with over eight years of experience and exceptional skills in critical thinking, analysis, de-escalation, therapeutic communication, and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. I have exceptional skills in collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. I am able to maintain a positive and appropriate attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
DHHS, IHS, Sacred Oaks Healing Center
Davis, California
06.2023 - Current
- Educated staff on evidence based practice guidelines for behavioral health conditions
- Implemented safety precautions when dealing with aggressive or agitated patients
- Counseled clients, patients and families
- Provided emotional and psychosocial support during times of crisis or behavioral dysregulation
- Perform de-escalations during patient's behavioral dysregulation
- Maintained a safe environment by monitoring all therapeutic activities within the unit
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Recruitment Alley
Fremont, CA
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using established protocols for critical incidents.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, family members, physicians and other health professionals.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Northern Valley Indian Health
Woodland , CA
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Facilitated referrals for additional services such as home health aides or physical therapy.
- Counseled patients on health maintenance, lifestyle changes, nutrition requirements.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on the needs of each patient.
- Supervised Licensed Vocational Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
- Followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Westview Healthcare Center
Auburn, CA
06.2017 - 11.2021
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Administered medications and therapies, such as wound care, psych evaluation, oxygen assessment in accordance with physicians orders.
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sacramento Job Corps
Sacramento, CA
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Perform regular specimen collections and blood withdrawal for lab evaluations per providers orders.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on the needs of each patient.
- Utilized advanced critical thinking skills to assess patient needs quickly and accurately.
- Provided direct patient care and assessments in a variety of behavioral health settings.
- Intervened when necessary to prevent potential medical complications or emergencies.
- Assisted physicians with procedures, treatments, and exams.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established guidelines.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Unitek College
Sacramento, CA07-2017
Skills
- Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI) certified
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) certified
- IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal certified
- First Aid/CPR certified
- Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) instructor
- Wound care management
- Care plan development
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
DHHS, IHS, Sacred Oaks Healing Center
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Recruitment Alley
01.2023 - 02.2024
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Northern Valley Indian Health
10.2021 - 12.2022
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sacramento Job Corps
10.2018 - 03.2019
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Westview Healthcare Center
06.2017 - 11.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Unitek College