Candace Madsen
Rialto,CA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse seeking the opportunity for growth and staying current with my nursing skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Pediatric Sub-acute)
Dignity Health San Bernardino community Hospital
San Bernardino, California
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- Assisted physicians in examining and treating patients.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Clinic)
Lindora Medical Weight Loss
Torrance, CA
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Educated patients and families regarding nutrition and weight loss plans.
- Measured and monitored patient vital signs.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Documented patient intake from provided daily action planner and making patient menu with dietary requirements recommended from physician.
- Collected blood samples using phlebotomy best practices and labeled specimens for testing.
- Prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques and standards of precautions.
- Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous injections per physician's order.
- Charted patient weight loss programs and prepared charts for patient exam day.
- Carried out daily phone calls to follow up on patient condition and care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (sub-acute)
Providence LCOM Sub Acute Care Center
San Pedro, CA
12.2012 - 09.2020
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Provided training and supervision to 3-5 member staff in sub acute care unit.
- Experienced with bladder scanner, tracheostomy set up, warming blanket monitoring.
- Provided tracheostomy care, familiar with helping with vent set-up
- Drew blood from patients to collect samples using venipuncture and following aseptic techniques.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia
- Worked with RN to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
- Monitored patients food and fluid intake and output
- Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.
- Provide post-surgery treatment for patients with ostomies and kidney transplant related conditions.
- Conducted wound assessments with RN for patients and documented information.
- Trained and experienced with Epic charting system
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Nurse Finders
Torrance, CA
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and glucose testing.
- Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests
- Administered flu vaccines
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sunnyside Nursing Center
Torrance, CA
04.2009 - 05.2012
- Administered prescribed medications
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Provided training and supervision to 6-7 member staff in skilled nursing unit.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Whetsone Care Center
Columbus, OH
12.2006 - 03.2009
- Administered prescribed medications and wound care
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's
- Provided behavioral and emotional support for patients suffering from drug withdrawals
- Filled in as Nurse Manager as needed.
A.M.A.P. (Administer Medication Assista Personnel)
Ravenswood Care Center
Ravenswood, WV
05.2005 - 07.2006
- Administered medications in accordance with physicians orders.
Education
Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
Washington State Community College
Marietta, OH06.2006
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- Certified Sub Acute trained nurse
- Tracheostomy Care
- Cared for Geriatric, hospice, post-partum, rehabilitative and post operative patients
- Team management
- First Aid/CPR
- Supervision
- Planning and coordination
License and Certifications
California LVN license: 239781
BLS for healthcare providers- American Heart Association: Exp. 7/2021
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Pediatric Sub-acute)
Dignity Health San Bernardino community Hospital
11.2021 - 10.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Clinic)
Lindora Medical Weight Loss
10.2020 - 01.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse (sub-acute)
Providence LCOM Sub Acute Care Center
12.2012 - 09.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Nurse Finders
06.2012 - 12.2012
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sunnyside Nursing Center
04.2009 - 05.2012
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Whetsone Care Center
12.2006 - 03.2009
A.M.A.P. (Administer Medication Assista Personnel)
Ravenswood Care Center
05.2005 - 07.2006
Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
Washington State Community College