CORINA DITFURTH
LVN
20898 Mountain Gate Drive Riverside,CA
Summary
Dependable, bilingual healthcare professional (BLS certified) with over 7 years of experience in various high-volume healthcare settings. Committed to facilitating a positive patient experience through kind, compassionate care.
Overview
11
11
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Coroner Technician
Riverside County Sheriff's Department
Perris, CA
12.2018 - Current
- Perform COVID-19 testing on decedents.
- Conduct temperature checks on staff and visitors.
- Sanitize, restock, and organize receiving area and autopsy room.
- Successfully handle multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
- Assist pathologists with autopsies by setting up equipment, obtaining blood and fluid samples, accurately documenting weights.
DISPATCHER
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
Rialto, CA
12.2007 - 04.2018
- Received over 1,500 911 and non-emergency calls per day to dispatch calls to appropriate agencies and officers on duty.
- Calmed distraught callers to ensure complete and accurate information was obtained.
- Worked independently, using sound judgment and initiative.
- Trained new employees and recently promoted staff.
- Updated policy and procedure manuals.
- Upheld confidentiality when accessing information.
Ambulatory Care Assistant
City Of Hope
Duarte, CA
12.2005 - 06.2008
- Measured and recorded patient vital signs, including weight, temperature, and blood pressure. Documented results with accuracy.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Updated patient on the status of their appointment. If necessary, assisted the patient with rescheduling.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained drug refill authorization and communicated the information to the patient and health care team.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Citrus Valley Health Partners
Covina, CA
02.2002 - 02.2006
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patient's health status to nursing/medical staff.
- In medical emergencies, activated Code Blue and initiated CPR.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting and communicating efficiently with all staff.
Education
Vocational- - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA 01.2012 - 12.2021
Vocational- - Certified Nurse Assistant
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA 08.2002 - 12.2002
Vocational- - Medical Assistant
Bryman College
El Monte, CA 12.2000 - 07.2001
Skills
Fluent in Spanish
BLS
PhlebotomyTime management
Ability to teach and mentor
Direct patient care
Efficient and reliable team player
Privacy and confidentiality
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Additional Information
- Licensed Vocational Nurse- BVNPT, #273334, Current
- Intravenous Therapy Certification
- BLS- American Heart Association, Current
Timeline
Coroner Technician
Riverside County Sheriff's Department
12.2018 - Current
Vocational- - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
01.2012 - 12.2021
DISPATCHER
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
12.2007 - 04.2018
Ambulatory Care Assistant
City Of Hope
12.2005 - 06.2008
Vocational- - Certified Nurse Assistant
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
08.2002 - 12.2002
Certified Nurse Assistant
Citrus Valley Health Partners
02.2002 - 02.2006
Vocational- - Medical Assistant
Bryman College
12.2000 - 07.2001