Destiny Peña
Azusa,CA
Summary
A compassionate And committed Vocational Nurse possessing a solid foundation in heath care for 4 years as a pharmacy technician. And in assisted living facilities. Proficient in medication administration, patient monitoring, documentation, and collaborative care. Dedicated to providing safe, compassionate, and efficient nursing care across diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Royal Oaks Homes
Duarte, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Perform health assessments and monitor changes in resident condition
- Administer medications and treatments per orders
- Manage PRN medications and monitor effectiveness
- Provide wound care and basic treatments as needed
- Respond to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate protocols
- Communicate with physicians, pharmacies, and outside providers
- Coordinate hospital transfers, discharges, and follow-up care
- Participate in care plan development and updates
- Communicate resident status changes to families as appropriate
- Manage shift staffing and report call-outs or shortages
- Assist with admissions, discharges, and resident orientation
- Participate in staff training and competency validation
- Act as liaison between nursing staff and administration during shift
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Baldwin Park, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Administer influenza vaccines via intramuscular injection per protocol
- Verify provider orders or standing orders before administration
- Screen patients for contraindications, allergies, and medical history
- Provide patient education on
Purpose of the flu vaccine
Possible side effects
Post-vaccination care and when to seek help - Obtain and document informed consent (as permitted by role/state law)
- Maintain proper vaccine storage and cold-chain handling
- Prepare vaccines using aseptic technique
- Monitor patients post-vaccination for adverse reactions
- Respond appropriately to reactions, including initiating emergency protocols if needed
- Accurately document administration in:
Electronic health records (EHR)
State immunization registries (as required)
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
cvs
Glendora
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Medication Preparation and Dispensing
- Fill prescriptions accurately.
- Count, measure, mix, and label medications.
- Package and organize medications for patients
- Customer Service
- Answer phone calls and respond to customer inquiries.
- Assist customers at the pharmacy counter.
- Verify insurance and process prescription claims.
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology and drug names
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Familiarity with pharmacy software systems
Pharmacy Technician
AVITA PHARMACY
West Covina
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Medication Preparation and Dispensing
- Measure, count, and label medications under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Prepare unit-dose medications for hospital use.
- Compound some medications (e.g., ointments, creams, or IV solution)
- Prescription Processing
- Receive and verify prescriptions from patients or healthcare providers.
- Enter prescription information into computer systems.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
- Inventory Management
- Stock and organize medications and supplies.
- Monitor expiration dates and remove outdated medications.
- Assist in ordering, receiving, and storing pharmaceutical supplies
- Customer Service
- Answer phones and assist customers with questions (within their scope of practice).
- Handle transactions and process insurance claims.
- Provide information about medication refills and availability.
- Administrative Tasks
- Maintain patient profiles and medication records.
- File paperwork and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Assist with billing and insurance claim processing
- Avita
Education
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - west covina
Uei College
11.2021
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - west covina
Uei College
11.2021
Skills
- Team Collaboration, Conflict Resolution, Patient Care, Insurance Processing, Medication Management, Patient Advocacy, Team Leadership, Compassionate Care, Communication Skills, Multitasking, Empathy, Care Coordination
Certification
LICENSE #753435
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Royal Oaks Homes
11.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
08.2025 - Current
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
cvs
05.2024 - 01.2025
Pharmacy Technician
AVITA PHARMACY
08.2021 - 05.2024
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - west covina
Uei College
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - west covina
Uei College
INTERNSHIPS
- STUDENT NURSE clara baldwin Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 West Covina
- STUDENT NURSE emanate health Mar 2024 - Jun 2024 west covina
- STUDENT NURSE kasier permanente Aug 2024 - Dec 2024 West Hollywood