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Bridget Guzman Argueta

Licensed Vocational Nurse
Oakley,CA

Summary

Passionate licensed vocational nurse dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others. Dedicated team member with a reputation for meticulous attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration. Certified in IV therapy and blood withdrawal. Experience includes 2 years in a skilled nursing facility, 4 years with children and teens with disabilities, and 5 years in customer service. Bringing a diverse skill set to provide comprehensive care, eager to expand my nursing knowledge and deliver high-quality patient care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Diablo Valley Post Acute
07.2023 - Current
  • Administered medication to patients in a timely manner.
  • Accurately document and promptly report changes in patients condition.
  • Gathered lab specimens and ordered testing as prescribed by doctor.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate patient information to address patient problems.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring vital signs and blood glucose levels.
  • Assessed patients' vital signs and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones and advocated for needs.

Registered Behavior Technician

The Speech Pathology Group
02.2021 - 07.2023
  • Work directly with students in the school setting using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to reduce challenging behaviors and increase adaptive behaviors
  • Support teachers and instructional aids with managing challenging behaviors
  • Collect data as designed by the clinical supervisor
  • Collaborate with school staff and clinical supervisor to manage challenging behaviors
  • Create materials necessary for academic, behavioral, and social goals

Registered Behavior Technician

ACES Autism Therapy
04.2019 - 01.2021
  • Provide one-on-one therapy at home, in a clinic, or in the community to children or adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities using Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Implement behavior plans, behavior reduction protocols, and accurately collect data on client's progress and behavior
  • Teach communication skills, social skills, self-help skills, and play skills
  • Monitor, record, and observe behaviors using antecedent-behavior-consequence data collection
  • Create a seamlessly fun and positive environment for the client throughout the therapy session

Waitress, Food Runner, Hostess

Denny's
06.2014 - 04.2019
  • Greet guests at the door, seat guest, and present menus in a friendly manner
  • Observe tables to keep track of dirty, clean, occupied, and unoccupied tables
  • Deliver food from the kitchen to the customers' tables quickly and accurately
  • Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to requests and allergies
  • Handle cash, credit, and debit card transactions to collect payment

Education

Diploma - Vocational Nursing

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Concord, CA
01.2022 - 2023.04

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
08.2019 - 2021.05

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA
08.2017 - 2019.05

Skills

Detail oriented

Patient Care

Documentation

Time Management

Verbal and written communication

Quick learner

Microsoft OS

Certifications

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians;

Issued July 12, 2023 | Expires March 31, 2027


IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal 

Astute Nurses; BVNPT

Issued February 9, 2025 


Basic Life Support Certified

American Heart Association;

Issued June 8 2023 | Expires June 2025



Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Diablo Valley Post Acute
07.2023 - Current

Diploma - Vocational Nursing

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
01.2022 - 2023.04

Registered Behavior Technician

The Speech Pathology Group
02.2021 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

San Francisco State University
08.2019 - 2021.05

Registered Behavior Technician

ACES Autism Therapy
04.2019 - 01.2021

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Contra Costa College
08.2017 - 2019.05

Waitress, Food Runner, Hostess

Denny's
06.2014 - 04.2019
Bridget Guzman ArguetaLicensed Vocational Nurse