Gloria Miller
Norwalk,CA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable Licensed Vocational Nurse with 15+ years of experience in treatment plan implementation and direct patient care. Skilled in IV therapy, blood withdrawal, wound care, and end-of-life support. Committed to safe care, accurate records, and positive patient outcomes.
Overview
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Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
01.2013 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with individualized care plans and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, symptoms, and response to interventions to support timely clinical escalation.
- Provided tracheostomy ventilator and gastrostomy tube care while following established home health protocols.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in electronic patient records.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Trinity Health Care
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Monitored patient vital signs, symptoms, and response to interventions for timely clinical escalation.
- Administered medications and treatments according to individualized care plans and physician orders.
- Delivered tracheostomy, ventilator, and gastrostomy tube care using established home health protocols.
- Coordinated care with registered nurses, physicians, and families to support continuity of service.
- Recognized changes in patient condition and communicated concerns to clinical supervision promptly.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in electronic patient records.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
East Valley Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Worked with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Maintained compliance with nursing standards, safety procedures, and company policies during daily care delivery.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of The East
Manila, Philippines07-1973
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Plan implementation
- Patient education
- IV therapy certification
- Home health care
- End-of-life care
Certification
IV CERTIFIED
Languages
English
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
01.2013 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Trinity Health Care
01.2011 - 12.2014
Licensed Vocational Nurse
East Valley Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of The East