Esperanza Ceja
San Mateo,CA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Accomplished strong critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations. Implements nursing care, following physician orders in conformance with recognized nursing techniques, standards and administrative policies. Technical knowledge and high-level communications skills standardizing nursing practice towards quality care optimization. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced settings. Experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
San Mateo, CA
12.1997 - Current
- Vocational Nursing, January 2023 - January 2024, 1,350 hours. I.V certified
- Oakland Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Windsor Post-Acute Care Center of Hayward, Palo Alto Sub-Acute & Rehabilitation Center.
- Administration of injections, practicing the seven rights of administration of oral and injected medications, immunizations, TB testing, and COVID testing.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
- Performed head-to-toe assessment.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to the instructor or registered nurse.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or RN.
- Performed basic medical procedures such as catheterization, EKGs, enemas,
- Assisted with patient transfer activities utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
- Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment findings.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Adhered to all applicable laws regarding confidentiality of protected health information.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Administered prescribed medications under supervision
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
Education
Certificate - Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
San Mateo, CA03-2024
Certificate - I.V Certification
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
San Mateo, CA03-2024
Skills
- Treatment plan implementation
- Reporting and documentation
- Aseptic techniques
- Postoperative care
- HIPAA guideline adherence
- Care plans
- Nursing processes
- Personal hygiene support
- Clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Medical examination
- Pediatric care
- Infection control
- Diabetes management
- HIPAA compliance
- Geriatric care
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Treatment outcome monitoring
- Patient care
- Catheter care
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.1997 - Current
Certificate - Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Certificate - I.V Certification
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
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