ERICA SANDERS
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in nursing, including extensive work as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and a recent transition into an RN role. Skilled in providing direct care in procedural areas, including gastroenterology and pulmonary services, with a strong focus on patient education, pre- and post-procedure care, and documentation. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team utilizing advanced clinical skills and a passion for patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CPC Registered Nurse (RN)
Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Provide direct care in procedural areas, including gastroenterology, pulmonary, and intake/recovery services
- Conduct pre-procedure assessments, explaining procedures to patients and their families to ensure informed consent and understanding
- Deliver intra-procedure care, ensuring patient comfort and monitoring for any immediate changes in condition
- Administer post-procedure care and assessments, ensuring patients recover appropriately, and provide clear post-procedure instructions
- Document patient care activities in the electronic medical record (EMR), maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care, including attending team meetings and providing input on care plans
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System
Los Angeles, CA
08.2017 - 12.2023
- Administered oral and intramuscular medications to manage patient symptoms, ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens
- Monitored and documented vital signs, patient behavior, and conditions, communicating critical updates to RNs
- Educated patients and families on medical conditions, treatment plans, and preventive healthcare strategies
- Provided hands-on care, including wound dressing, blood pressure monitoring, and administering diagnostic tests
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies, de-escalating tense situations to ensure patient safety and care continuity
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Alleviation Home Health
Los Angeles, CA
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Delivered in-home nursing care, conducting physical assessments and managing chronic conditions for a diverse patient population
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop tailored care plans, including medication management and disease prevention
- Educated patients and caregivers on wound care, infection prevention, and daily health maintenance routines
- Collected samples (blood, urine) for diagnostic testing, ensuring accurate and timely results for ongoing care
Licensed Vocational Nurse Case Manager
Lamp Community
Los Angeles, CA
03.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed a caseload of 20 patients with mental health disabilities, providing individualized care plans and support services
- Administered medications, monitored treatment regimens, and communicated medication concerns to interdisciplinary care teams
- Conducted client intakes and assessments, advocating for the mental health needs of each individual
- Coordinated with social workers, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care and effective outcomes
Licensed Vocational Nurse
College Hospital
Cerritos, CA
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Delivered psychiatric nursing care, monitoring patients’ conditions and responding to immediate care needs
- Provided direct care to patients at risk of self-harm, implementing safety measures to ensure patient well-being
- Led group and individual therapy sessions for patients, assisting them in their mental health recovery
- Ensured accurate documentation and chart audits to maintain quality care standards
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA08.2023
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA06.2020
Licensed Vocational Nursing -
Career Colleges of America
Los Angeles, CA12.2011
Skills
- Medication Management
- Wound Care
- IV Therapy
- Colostomy Care
- Insulin Medication Assistance
- De-escalation
- Conflict Resolution
- Behavioral Health Support
- Case Management
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient Education
- Accurate Charting
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems
- Patient Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary Care
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in PowerPoint
- Proficient in medical software systems
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessment
- Documentation and charting
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)-American Heart Association
- Tracheostomy and Ventilator Certification
- Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Hospital Fire Safety Certified
Timeline
CPC Registered Nurse (RN)
Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System
01.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System
08.2017 - 12.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Alleviation Home Health
02.2016 - 08.2017
Licensed Vocational Nurse Case Manager
Lamp Community
03.2014 - 07.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse
College Hospital
06.2012 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
West Los Angeles College
Licensed Vocational Nursing -
Career Colleges of America
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University