Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with over three years of experience in medication administration, patient assessment, and infection control. Delivers individualized care plans and collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Utilizes critical thinking and strong communication skills to restore health and improve overall patient well-being in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
SANTA CLARITA CONGREGATE HEALTH LIVING
Santa Clarita, California
11.2019 - Current
Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols.
Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
Evaluated patient responses to treatments; documented assessments in medical record system.
Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and services.
Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate environment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - VOCATIONAL NURSING
VALLEY SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH
Reseda, CA
06-2010
High School Diploma -
ERHS
City Of Los Angeles, CA
06-1982
Some College (No Degree) - DENTAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA
Skills
Medication administration
Vital signs monitoring
Patient assessments
Infection control
Patient documentation
Care plan development
IV therapy
Nursing processes
HIPAA compliance
Diabetes management
Catheter care
Geriatric care
Pain management
Incident reporting
Team collaboration
Verbal and written communication
Certification
IV BLOOD WITHDRAWAL CERTIFIED
BLS CERTIFIED
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
SANTA CLARITA CONGREGATE HEALTH LIVING
11.2019 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - VOCATIONAL NURSING
VALLEY SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH
High School Diploma -
ERHS
Some College (No Degree) - DENTAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM