Erika Gomez
Visalia,CA
Summary
Experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse with strong clinical and people skills. Demonstrated by 14 years of experience in healthcare. With over one year of experience in emergency medicine with knowledge of Basic Life Support, and emergency patient care. Has had experience in working in a clinical setting preparing patient for examinations and performing other clerical duties in doctors' offices or clinics. Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Wellnessmart, MD
01.2024 - Current
- Administer TB skin tests
- Administer urine drug screens
- Perform Physical Exams
- Administer vaccinations
- Assist customer with registration
- Communicate with MD
- Greet customers
- Perform blood draws
- Prepare lab orders
Nurse, Health Screener
Quest Diagnostics
11.2023 - Current
- Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger stick blood collection, BMI, blood pressure, height/weight and other health screening services based on service package
- Provide basic health coaching based on individual’s screening results
- Perform basic waived testing technical procedures on blood samples using CardioChek Plus and completes required quality control.
- Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings
- Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records
- Comply with all designated safety policies and procedures in the work area, including the use of applicable protective equipment when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious agents
- Understand and complies with applicable federal, state and local laws. Adheres to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practices
- Maintain all HIPAA and OSHA standards while on events
Emergency Room LVN
Kaweah Health Medical Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Partnered with the registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Performed basic physical assessments of patients of all ages.
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Assisted doctors with non-invasive procedures.
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly.
- Strictly protected the confidentiality of all information related to patient care.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Administered oral, intra-muscular, subcutaneous medications, and intravenous fluids.
- Obtained IV access.
- Informed physician of changes in patient's condition.
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
Visalia Eye Center
09.2009 - 07.2022
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patient for examinations.
- Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
- Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments, focusing on patient comfort.
- Documented patient medical history and information utilizing Compulink Advantage with commitment to accuracy.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision corrective actions.
Sterile Processing Technician
Courtyard Surgery Pavilion
01.2011 - 12.2020
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam method to sterilize equipment.
Education
Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Fresno, CA03.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts Area of Emphasis in Social And Behavi
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA12.2020
Skills
- Fast thinking
- Calm under pressure
- IV access
- Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration
- Assemble and use equipment, such as catheters, or oxygen suppliers
- Answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them
- Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts
- Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms
- Clean rooms and make beds
- Record food and fluid intake and output
- Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures
- Collect samples, such as blood and urine and perform routine laboratory tests on samples
- Provide basic patient care or treatments, such as taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing wounds, treating bedsores, administering medication, giving enemas, or performing catheterization
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Wellnessmart, MD
01.2024 - Current
Nurse, Health Screener
Quest Diagnostics
11.2023 - Current
Emergency Room LVN
Kaweah Health Medical Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
Sterile Processing Technician
Courtyard Surgery Pavilion
01.2011 - 12.2020
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
Visalia Eye Center
09.2009 - 07.2022
Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts Area of Emphasis in Social And Behavi
College of The Sequoias
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