MONICA ESTERS
San Jacinto,CA
Summary
Licensed nursing professional and College of the Desert student nurse prepared for this role with strong background in patient care and medical assistance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in administering medications, wound care, and patient monitoring. Reliable and focused on achieving positive health outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN – Primary Care
Eisenhower Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safe and effective care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
- Conducted vital sign assessments and documented findings in electronic health records for accuracy.
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
LVN / Charge Nurse
Sharp HealthCare & Rady's
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Supervised and scheduled teams of 10+ staff members.
- Improved clinic workflow, increasing patient throughput.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for prompt intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care services.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Breast Coordinator
RUHS
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to medical staff promptly.
- Assisted in developing and implementing patient care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient satisfaction and care efficiency.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)-in progress
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CAASN - (In Progress – RN Track)
Los Angeles Pacific University
Los Angeles, CA05.2026
LVN Program - undefined
Beaumont Adult School
Beaumont, CA06.2014
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Care Coordination and Patient Education
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Therapeutic Communication
- HIPAA compliance
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication administration
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) California Board of Nursing March 2014
- Licensed to provide nursing care in California.
- Certified in IV therapy and phlebotomy techniques.
- CPR/BLS
- Anticipated NCLEX exam-July 2026 for RN licensure
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Student Nurse – College of the Desert Expected 2026
- Performed head-to-toe assessments and monitored patient condition
- Administered oral, IM, and IV medications under RN supervision
- Developed and implemented patient-centered care plans
- Provided patient education and discharge teaching
- Utilized therapeutic communication in inpatient health care settings.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and collaborated with interdisciplinary team
- Assisted with wound care, ADLs, and infection control
Timeline
LVN – Primary Care
Eisenhower Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
LVN / Charge Nurse
Sharp HealthCare & Rady's
01.2020 - 01.2023
Breast Coordinator
RUHS
01.2019 - 01.2020
ASN - (In Progress – RN Track)
Los Angeles Pacific University
LVN Program - undefined
Beaumont Adult School
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)-in progress
College of The Desert