Debora Cendejas
Gonzales,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with 8 years of clinical experience in home health, acute care support, and long-term care. Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program with diverse clinical rotations across medical-surgical, emergency, mental health, pediatrics, labor & delivery, and telemetry units. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to delivering compassionate, culturally competent care while advancing toward Registered Nurse licensure.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Aveanna Healthcare
San Jose, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Provide skilled, case-specific care for pediatric patient with complex medical needs
- Perform comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and monitor changes in condition
- Administer medications via GJ-tube, ophthalmic, nasal, and sublingual routes
- Manage enteral feedings and GJ-tube care
- Deliver respiratory treatments including nebulizer therapy, CPT, and cough assist
- Coordinate care with RN supervisor and interdisciplinary team
- Schedule medical appointments and manage medication refills
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Choice Home Health
Monterey, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Conduct patient assessments and develop care plans in collaboration with team
- Perform wound care including wound vacs, unna boots, and wet-to-dry dressings
- Administer IM and subcutaneous injections
- Collect specimens (blood and urine) for diagnostic testing
- Provide patient and family education to support disease management
MS Telemetry PCU (3CVE) Clinical Rotation
Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and telemetry interpretation
- Assisted in care of patients with cardiac conditions and post-procedures
- Administered cardiac medications and monitored for adverse effects
- Collaborated with healthcare team in high-acuity patient management
Pediatrics Unit Clinical Rotation
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, CA
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Performed pediatric assessments and developmental evaluations
- Administered medications using weight-based dosing
- Educated families on care plans and safety
- Assisted with immunizations and pediatric procedures
Labor & Delivery Unit Clinical Rotation
Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted with maternal assessments and fetal monitoring
- Supported laboring patients and postpartum care
- Observed and assisted in delivery procedures
- Provided patient education on newborn and maternal care
Mental Health Unit Clinical Rotation
Fremont Hospital
Fremont, CA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Performed mental status assessments and therapeutic communication
- Assisted with medication administration and patient monitoring
- Supported crisis intervention and safety protocols
- Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment
Medical-Surgical Unit Clinical Rotation
Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted head-to-toe assessments and vital sign monitoring
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, and IM medications
- Assisted with ADLs and patient mobility
- Implemented fall precautions and safety measures
Medical-Surgical Unit Clinical Rotation
San Jose Regional Medical Center
San Jose, CA
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Performed focused and comprehensive patient assessments
- Assisted with emergency care, triage support, and rapid response situations
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses
- Provided wound care and infection control interventions
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Bridge Home Health
Salinas, CA
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted head-to-toe assessments and monitored patient status
- Performed wound care (wound vacs, Unna boots, wet-to-dry dressings)
- Administered IM and subcutaneous injections
- Collected specimens (blood and urine)
- Provided patient and caregiver education
- Performed catheter insertions and removals
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members
Psychiatric LVN
Astrya Global, Inc. (SVSP)
Soledad, CA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Provided mental health support and suicide prevention interventions
- Administered medications and monitored therapeutic response
- Documented care using EMR systems
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Medication Room)
Mee Memorial Hospital
King City, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Verified and administered medications and vaccines
- Performed patient triage and clinical assessments
- Maintained medication inventory and narcotic counts
- Ensured emergency equipment readiness (crash cart, oxygen, AED)
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Windsor Gardens
Salinas, CA
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Provided direct patient care including ADLs and vital sign monitoring
- Administered insulin and medications via multiple routes
- Performed wound care and managed enteral feeding
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Unitek College
Fremont, CA11-2023
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Unitek College
Fremont, CA11-2023
Vocational Nursing Certificate - undefined
Carrington College
San Jose, CA04-2018
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Clinical Judgment
- Medication Administration (Multiple Routes)
- Wound Care & Infection Control
- Enteral Feeding & Tube Care
- EMR Documentation
- Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Samples collection
- Home health care
- Geriatric care
- Catheter care
- Direct patient care
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – California Board of Nursing License #: 699450
- Basic Life Support (BLS) –Exp: January 2027
- IV Certification (2019–Present)
Timeline
MS Telemetry PCU (3CVE) Clinical Rotation
Good Samaritan Hospital
12.2025 - 04.2026
Pediatrics Unit Clinical Rotation
Kaiser Permanente
10.2025 - 11.2025
Labor & Delivery Unit Clinical Rotation
Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2025 - 09.2025
Mental Health Unit Clinical Rotation
Fremont Hospital
06.2025 - 08.2025
Medical-Surgical Unit Clinical Rotation
Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2025 - 05.2025
Medical-Surgical Unit Clinical Rotation
San Jose Regional Medical Center
02.2025 - 03.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Aveanna Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Bridge Home Health
09.2023 - 01.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Choice Home Health
07.2023 - Current
Psychiatric LVN
Astrya Global, Inc. (SVSP)
01.2020 - 03.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Medication Room)
Mee Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Windsor Gardens
08.2018 - 12.2018
Vocational Nursing Certificate - undefined
Carrington College
Bachelor of Science -
Unitek College
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Unitek College