Bryan Valdez
Azusa,CA
Summary
Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse with 12 years of experience at UCLA Health, specializing in liver transplant patient care within a high-acuity medical-surgical environment. Experienced practicing at the full scope of LVN licensure under a team nursing model. Cross-trained as a Restorative Care Assistant (RCA) and Allergy Skin Test Nurse, with additional experience floating to emergency, ICU, and specialty units. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and teamwork in complex patient care settings. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) with expected graduation August 2026.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Licensed Vocational Nurse (Acute Care)
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
09.2018 - 04.2026
- Provide direct care for high-acuity liver transplant patients, including pre- and post-operative management
- Practice at the full scope of LVN licensure within a team nursing model in a high-acuity academic setting
- Administer medications within LVN scope (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular); perform IV line care and maintenance
- Perform wound care, glucose monitoring, and post-operative treatments with strong focus on safety and infection control
- Collaborate with RNs, physicians, transplant coordinators, and interdisciplinary teams to manage complex patient care
- Supervise and delegate tasks to nursing assistants, supporting efficient patient care delivery
- Assist with patient assessments and contribute to care planning under RN supervision
- Support admissions, transfers, and discharge planning, including transplant-specific patient education
- Recognize and escalate changes in condition in high-risk, immunocompromised patients
- Float to Emergency Department, ICU, and specialty units, demonstrating adaptability and strong clinical competence
- Restorative Care Assistant (RCA) – Cross-Trained Role
- Liver Transplant Service (ICU & Med-Surg)
- Support early mobility and functional recovery of liver transplant patients
- Assist with ambulation, range-of-motion exercises, and progressive mobility protocols
- Collaborate with nursing and rehab teams to improve recovery outcomes and reduce complications
- Implement fall prevention and safe patient handling techniques
Sr Licensed Vocational Nurse (Ambulatory Clinic)
UCLA Health Medical Specialty Suites
Los Angeles, CA
02.2014 - 09.2018
- Provided care across multiple specialties including internal medicine, pulmonology, nephrology, rheumatology, infectious disease, transplant services, and Allergy & Immunology
- Cross-trained as an Allergy Skin Test Nurse, assisting with testing procedures and monitoring for adverse reactions
- Assisted providers with procedures, patient flow, and clinical support in a high-volume setting
- Educated patients on medications, chronic disease management, and follow-up care
- Reported abnormal findings and changes in patient condition
Education
Bachelor of Science - RN-BSN
Stanbridge University
Los Angeles, CA08-2026
Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN
East Los Angeles Occupational Center
Los Angeles, CA01-2011
High School Diploma -
Azusa High School
Azusa, CASkills
- Liver Transplant Patient Care
- Acute & High-Acuity Med-Surg Nursing
- Early Mobility & Functional Recovery (RCA)
- Allergy Skin Testing
- Medication Administration (LVN Scope)
- IV Line Care & Maintenance
- Wound Care & Post-Operative Care
- Patient Education & Discharge Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Epic (EHR)
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse, California
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- IV Therapy Certification (IV line care & maintenance within LVN scope)
- Phlebotomy Certified
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Sr Licensed Vocational Nurse (Acute Care)
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
09.2018 - 04.2026
Sr Licensed Vocational Nurse (Ambulatory Clinic)
UCLA Health Medical Specialty Suites
02.2014 - 09.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN
East Los Angeles Occupational Center
Bachelor of Science - RN-BSN
Stanbridge University
High School Diploma -
Azusa High School
RECOGNITION
UCLA Health Partner-in-Care Relationship-Based Care Award (2025)