Elaine Rose Cua Creus
Camarillo,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable LVN with solid background in patient care and team leadership. Managed nursing staff effectively and ensured high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated proficiency in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response. Brings focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN
Center For Discovery, Mental Health
02.2024 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
LVN
Anaheim Health Care Center
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Provide safe, and direct patient care in health setting.
- Assist with admissions and discharges.
- Coordinate referral and follow up care with MD.
- Medication administration.
- Experienced with excellent patient care and leadership skills
- Adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule.
- Handle assignment for each CNAs during the shift.
- Transcribing orders from MD, scheduling appointments and follow up lab orders.
- Patient education prior to procedure.
- In charge of 30 patients during a shift.
LVN
Bloomfield East Nursing Home
12.2013 - 06.2015
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Obtained patient vital signs.
LVN
Los Palos Convalescent Hospital
12.2013 - 01.2014
- Medical Records.
- Checking medical charts, and making sure that nurses complete all tasks.
- Medicare Charting, and audits.
Quality Assurance/Document Prepper
SourceHOV
07.2012 - 12.2013
- Global provider of transaction processing that include healthcare, financial services, legal government, and filing confidential records.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Front Desk Receptionist/Physician’s assistant
Visionary Optometry
12.2011 - 01.2012
- Provide excellent service to patients, organizing patient’s charts, scheduling appointments, assisting on procedures, and answering phone calls.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Assisted with frame selection process, helping patients choose eyewear that best suited their lifestyle needs and preferences.
- Improved patient experience by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing follow-up communications.
- Contributed to a positive office environment by providing excellent customer service to patients both in-person and over the phone.
Cashier
Marukai Japanese Supermarket
01.2008 - 07.2012
- Provide excellent service to customers, resolve customer complaints, time management, and has positive attitude towards work.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
- Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
Anatomy Lab Assistant
El Camino College
01.2007 - 04.2007
- Lab assistant on anatomy models, check in and out of models to be studied by students.
- Enhanced lab safety measures by conducting regular equipment maintenance and implementing updated protocols.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date laboratory records, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines and facilitating audits when necessary.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Crew/Shift Leader
McDonalds
04.2005 - 12.2007
- Provide excellent service and has positive attitude toward customers.
- Employee of the month within 3 months of work.
- Supervised team members and oversaw effective and efficient completion of job duties.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork, leading by example with strong work ethic and dedication to company goals.
- Quickly and efficiently resolved complaints and escalated issues.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Trinity Vocational Center
Gardena, CA01.2011
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El Camino College
Torrance, CA01.2008
High School Graduate - undefined
Grace Christian High School
01.2005
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care coordination
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- Certificate of completion, Licensed Practical Nursing Program, 2011.
- BLS/CPR Certified.
Timeline
LVN
Center For Discovery, Mental Health
02.2024 - Current
LVN
Anaheim Health Care Center
06.2015 - 06.2017
LVN
Bloomfield East Nursing Home
12.2013 - 06.2015
LVN
Los Palos Convalescent Hospital
12.2013 - 01.2014
Quality Assurance/Document Prepper
SourceHOV
07.2012 - 12.2013
Front Desk Receptionist/Physician’s assistant
Visionary Optometry
12.2011 - 01.2012
Cashier
Marukai Japanese Supermarket
01.2008 - 07.2012
Anatomy Lab Assistant
El Camino College
01.2007 - 04.2007
Crew/Shift Leader
McDonalds
04.2005 - 12.2007
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El Camino College
High School Graduate - undefined
Grace Christian High School
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Trinity Vocational Center
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