Cara White
West Hills,Ca
Summary
Compassionate and committed nurse seeking to work in a variety of settings. I can ensure that I have the academic and practical experience to deliver exceptional patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Encino Hospital Medical Center
Encino, California
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Acute Rehab/Medical-Surgery
- Patients served are status post Orthopedic surgeries, fractures, stroke, brain injuries, altered mental status, cardio vascular injuries etc
- My role is caring for 4-5 patients
- Daily assessments, developing care plans, administrating medications, evaluation of its effect, admitting patients to the unit, discharging patients, monitoring patient for adverse events and taking steps to ensure their health is not compromised
- Monitoring vital signs, blood sugars, transferring patients, cleaning patients, ensuring their basic needs are met
- Educating patients on their disease process, and evaluating the effectiveness
- Using the software Meditech, and Pixis for medication administration.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Registered Nurse
Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center
Los Angeles, California
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Sub-acute department
- Patients served were primarily bedridden and required total care
- Typical patients/residents had respiratory disorders, brain injuries, had tracheostomies, and required mechanical ventilation
- As charge nurse I created work assignments for LVNs and CNAs, supervised, delegated tasks, and evaluated performance and outcomes in patient care
- Maintained continuity of care for the hospitalized patients
- Collaborated with doctors, pharmacists, speech pathologists, nutritionists, and family members regarding patient care
- Assessed patients daily for deviations, diagnosed their problem, made care plans to correct the issue, implemented strategies for improvement, evaluated the outcomes, and adjusted if necessary, according to the outcomes
- Postpartum unit
- Cared for mothers and their newborn child, with occasional gynecological patients
- Monitored mothers for infection, postpartum hemorrhage, lactation difficulties, physiological processes after birth
- Provide infant care, monitored the baby's development through scheduled vital assessments, monitored the babies input and output along with their weight deviations
- Performed state and national screening tests.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
LVN
Platinum Healthcare
Torrance, California
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Kaiser Permanente Sunset
- Flu shot clinic
- Injected yearly flu vaccinations, including pneumococcal virus vaccinations to Kaiser patients and members
- Age ranged from 6 months to 90 years old
- Maintained the integrity of the vaccinations through a refrigerated cooler.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
- Actively participated in continuing education activities in order to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques .
- Educated patients about preventative measures for healthy living such as exercise routines, dietary guidelines and smoking cessation programs.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications when necessary under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis and blood draws.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Caregiver/LVN
24hr Homecare
03.2011 - 06.2018
- As a caregiver I cared for many patients who had Dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and other debilitating diseases
- Patient care consisted of caring for the whole patient for their health needs, physical needs, their emotional needs, intellectual needs, and spiritual needs
- Many patients were in the end stages of their life and needed emotional support that I provided
- Some patients did not have family support, suffered from loneliness, and depression
- Provided transportation needs, to and from doctor visits, grocery stores, and other appointment needs
- I gave total care to patients, grooming needs, feeding needs, and toiletry needs
- Provided cleaning services, cooking services, and basic nursing care.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
08.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing -
American Career College
09.2021
Associate Degree in Science -
Pierce College
09.2017
Vocational Nursing Degree -
California Career College
01.2010
Skills
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certified
- Geriatric Nursing
- ADL Assistance
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chart updating
- Data Collection
- Patient Management
- Mobility Assistance
- Infectious disease control
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Emotional awareness
- Professional Bedside Manner
Leadership Experience
- Member of the National Society of leadership and Success
- Joined November 2022
Communication Skills
I believe that interactions with each patient are special. My job as a nurse is to deliver the most efficient, holistic, scientific based, and evidence-based care to ensure patient safety, improvement, and quality of care.
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Encino Hospital Medical Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center
01.2022 - 06.2022
LVN
Platinum Healthcare
08.2018 - 11.2018
Caregiver/LVN
24hr Homecare
03.2011 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
American Career College
Associate Degree in Science -
Pierce College
Vocational Nursing Degree -
California Career College
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