Cristina Esparza
Diamond Bar,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse and Lead Allergy LVN with extensive experience supporting outpatient clinical operations, coordinating patient care workflows, assisting providers and staff, and maintaining safe, efficient specialty practice environments. Experienced in allergy testing, immunotherapy injections, serum preparation, oral immunotherapy, clinical documentation, billing, patient education, inventory coordination, and procedure support. Recognized for taking ownership of daily workflows, supporting team performance, resolving operational needs, and promoting consistent patient service. Prepared to advance into a Clinical Supervisor, Clinic Operations Supervisor, or Specialty Practice Management role.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Allergy LVN
St. Joseph Health
Brea, CA
04.2019 - Current
- Serve as a lead clinical resource for daily allergy department operations, supporting organized workflows, patient throughput, and continuity of care.
- Coordinate and perform allergy testing, immunotherapy injections, serum preparation, and oral immunotherapy services in accordance with established clinical protocols.
- Support staff and providers with clinical workflow coordination, patient preparation, procedure readiness, and day-to-day operational needs.
- Provide patient education regarding allergy testing, immunotherapy treatment plans, injection procedures, and follow-up care.
- Monitor clinical supplies, serum availability, room readiness, and equipment needs to help maintain efficient department operations.
- Complete billing-related responsibilities, clinical documentation, and associated administrative tasks accurately and consistently.
- Promote patient safety, infection-control practices, and adherence to department procedures.
- Help identify and resolve workflow issues while maintaining a professional, patient-centered environment.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers and clinical staff to support department priorities, service quality, and efficient patient care.
LVN Staff Nurse
Lindora Clinic
Fullerton, CA
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided direct patient care, education, and clinical support while contributing to efficient daily clinic operations.
- Performed blood draws and administered injections within the scope of licensure and established clinical procedures.
- Supported patient flow, appointment activities, and coordination of daily clinic services.
- Communicated with patients regarding care needs, treatment services, and follow-up expectations.
- Assisted with sales-related responsibilities while maintaining a professional and service-focused patient experience.
- Collaborated with clinic staff to address patient needs and support consistent workflow execution.
LVN – Allergy
Dr. Frederick Ho
Pasadena, CA
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Performed allergy injections and skin testing while supporting safe, organized patient care workflows.
- Prepared patients, rooms, and supplies for allergy procedures and routine clinical services.
- Assisted with back-office operations, documentation, patient education, and daily clinic coordination.
- Supported providers and staff with patient care activities and timely completion of routine workflows.
Office Manager / Receptionist
L.A. Pallet Jacks & Forklifts
01.2009 - 11.2017
- Managed daily office operations, customer service, communications, ordering, shipping, and administrative workflow.
- Coordinated telephone communications and customer requests while supporting timely resolution of operational needs.
- Handled bookkeeping and routine financial and administrative responsibilities.
- Organized business records, supplies, and office processes to support efficient operations.
- Provided ongoing coordination across customers, vendors, and internal business activities.
Certified Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Specialty Institute
Orange, CA
01.2009
- Coordinated appointments, maintained patient records, and supported efficient front- and back-office operations.
- Assisted with billing, bookkeeping, insurance forms, admissions, and patient documentation.
- Managed telephone communications and supported prescription-related requests.
- Helped coordinate patient needs and administrative workflows in a specialty medical practice.
Surgical Technician / Office Manager
Dr. Hamid C. Hajarian
Fountain Valley, CA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Supported clinical and office operations by preparing operating rooms, stocking supplies, and checking equipment before procedures.
- Assisted with surgical and minor office procedures while maintaining patient safety and procedural readiness.
- Obtained vital signs and supported patient preparation, room turnover, dressings, and basic first aid.
- Helped coordinate supplies, equipment, and administrative needs to support smooth daily operations.
Surgical Technician / Medical Assistant
Missirian Orthopedic Medical Group
North Hollywood, CA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Supported patient care and clinical workflows through laboratory testing, vital signs, patient preparation, and procedure assistance.
- Prepared, sterilized, and organized medical equipment and supplies in accordance with infection-control standards.
- Provided patient education and assisted with medication-related tasks.
- Supported prescription refill authorization workflows and communication between patients and the medical team.
Surgical Technician
Dr. Robert Klapper / Cedars Medical Center
West Hollywood, CA
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Assisted the surgical team during procedures and prepared operating rooms, sterile instruments, and supplies.
- Prepared patients and supported safe, organized procedural workflows.
- Followed infection-control procedures and safely disposed of contaminated materials.
- Assisted with instrument sterilization, removal of sutures, and dressing changes as directed.
- Maintained readiness of surgical areas and supplies to support efficient procedure operations.
Education
Nursing -
North-West College
West Covina, CA01-2011
Surgical Technician Certificate -
Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA01-2002
Medical Assistant -
Bryman College
Los Angeles, CA01-1999
Additional College Coursework -
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA01-1998
Skills
- Clinical Operations Leadership
- Workflow Ownership and Process Coordination
- Staff Support and Daily Team Operations
- Patient Flow and Appointment Coordination
- Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy
- Serum Preparation and Inventory Management
- Patient Education and Care Coordination
- Clinical Documentation and Billing
- Patient Safety and Infection Control
- Provider and Staff Collaboration
- Medical Office Administration
- Surgical Assistance and Procedure Preparation
- Supply, Equipment, and Room Readiness
- Customer Service and Communication
- Clinical Problem-Solving and Operational Support
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- CPR
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), if current
Additional Information - Notes
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Personal Information
Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse and Lead Allergy LVN
Languages
Spanish, Native or bilingual proficiency
Timeline
Lead Allergy LVN
St. Joseph Health
04.2019 - Current
LVN Staff Nurse
Lindora Clinic
04.2018 - 04.2019
LVN – Allergy
Dr. Frederick Ho
11.2017 - 03.2018
Office Manager / Receptionist
L.A. Pallet Jacks & Forklifts
01.2009 - 11.2017
Certified Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Specialty Institute
01.2009
Surgical Technician / Office Manager
Dr. Hamid C. Hajarian
01.2008 - 01.2009
Surgical Technician / Medical Assistant
Missirian Orthopedic Medical Group
01.2007 - 01.2008
Surgical Technician
Dr. Robert Klapper / Cedars Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2004
Nursing -
North-West College
Surgical Technician Certificate -
Glendale Career College
Medical Assistant -
Bryman College
Additional College Coursework -
Cerritos College