GABRIELA MEDINA
Riverside,CA
Summary
Experienced LVN -with patient care in fast-paced environment. Utilizes strong clinical skills and patient assessment to enhance healthcare delivery. Knowledge of medical protocols and patient safety procedures.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Veterans Affairs
05.2025 - Current
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to medical team.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and medication management.
- Assisted in coordinating daily nursing activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Home Health LVN
High Care Pall and Hospice
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for patients, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust patient treatment plans based on evolving needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques, fostering independence and wellness in home settings.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, facilitating timely interventions and support services.
- Advocated for patient rights by ensuring clear communication with families regarding care options and services available.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
Covid Liaison
AM LLC
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Monitored, communicated and coordinated objectives to keep School campus free of Covid-19
- Developed and implemented liaison initiatives to facilitate communication between departments, school district, and Health Department
- Screen students and staff for Covid-19 Symptoms
- Administered Covid-19 test to Staff/Students
Medical Assistant
Arthritis Medical Clinic
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures, ensuring optimal support during medical assessments.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and follow-up appointments to enhance clinic efficiency and patient care continuity.
- Managed electronic health records (EHR) to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient information for improved access.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance, fostering understanding and compliance with medical advice.
- Oversaw inventory management of medical supplies, ensuring availability while minimizing waste through strategic ordering practices.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Medical Assistant
California Department of Rehabilitation
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted inmate patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Monitored medical supply levels to confirm sufficient stock, promptly placing replenishment orders before depletion.
- Completed clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
- Prepared treatment rooms for inmates, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Medical Assistant
Western University of Health Science
10.2012 - 06.2020
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Scheduled surgeries by making arrangements with surgical center and verifying times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
Medical Assistant
Magnolia Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2012
- Patient Scheduling CPR/First Aid Certified, Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Education
Associate of Science -
San Joaquin Valley College
Rancho Cucamonga, CAPhlebotomist Certificate -
Mission Career College
Riverside, CACertified Medical Assistant -
American Medical Certification Association
Arlington, ILSkills
- Clerical
- CPR
- Data entry
- Filing
- First Aid
- Scheduling
- Answering phones
- Word processing
- Understands medical procedures
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Patient skin and nail care
- HIPAA compliance
- Immunizations
- STD counseling
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Complex Problems Analysis
- High-Pressure Environments
- Policy and Procedure Implementation
Affiliations
Part Time Student at San Bernardino Valley College
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Veterans Affairs
05.2025 - Current
Home Health LVN
High Care Pall and Hospice
02.2025 - 05.2025
Covid Liaison
AM LLC
06.2021 - 07.2023
Medical Assistant
Arthritis Medical Clinic
08.2020 - 06.2021
Medical Assistant
California Department of Rehabilitation
06.2020 - 08.2020
Medical Assistant
Western University of Health Science
10.2012 - 06.2020
Medical Assistant
Magnolia Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2012
Associate of Science -
San Joaquin Valley College
Phlebotomist Certificate -
Mission Career College
Certified Medical Assistant -
American Medical Certification Association
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