Organized medical professional with extensive experience in healthcare and nursing management. Proven track record of providing excellent patient care and developing meaningful relationships with patients and families. Skilled in utilizing evidence-based practice techniques and maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. Committed to optimizing workflow and providing exemplary leadership to nursing staff.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Broadway Villa Post Acute
1 2023 - Current
Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing client responses using observation techniques
Performed patient assessments, obtained vital signs and documented findings in medical records
Observed changes in patient condition and status related to treatments or interventions; reported changes promptly to physician or nurse supervisor
Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, family members or visitors in person or over the phone
Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
Recorded essential information about patient issues and communicated to doctor during appointments
Administered prescribed medications within scope of practice as defined by state law regulations
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines
Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses
Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
LVN Charge Nurse
Vacaville Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center
06.2022 - 11.2022
Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing client responses using observation techniques
Performed patient assessments, obtained vital signs and documented findings in medical records
Observed changes in patient condition and status related to treatments or interventions; reported changes promptly to physician or nurse supervisor
Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, family members or visitors in person or over the phone
Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
Recorded essential information about patient issues and communicated to doctor during appointments
Administered prescribed medications within scope of practice as defined by state law regulations
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines
Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses
Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
LVN Charge Nurse
Sonoma Post Acute
05.2022 - 09.2022
Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
LVN Charge Nurse
Fairfield Post Acute-Rehab
11.2021 - 03.2022
Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
LVN Charge Nurse
Petaluma Post-Acute Rehab
08.2021 - 12.2021
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
LVN
Windsor Vallejo Care Center
12.2019 - 02.2021
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
LVN Floor Nurse
Manor Care Health Services
06.2018 - 01.2019
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines
Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges
Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses
Trained and mentored new LVNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Education
Associate of Science - Associates of Science in Vocational Nursing
Carrington College California - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
05.2001 -
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Concord, CA
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Vallejo Senior High School
Vallejo, CA
05.2001 -
Skills
Call Answering and Assistance
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Certification
VOCATIONAL NURSE 697083
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Vacaville Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center
06.2022 - 11.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Sonoma Post Acute
05.2022 - 09.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Fairfield Post Acute-Rehab
11.2021 - 03.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Petaluma Post-Acute Rehab
08.2021 - 12.2021
LVN
Windsor Vallejo Care Center
12.2019 - 02.2021
LVN Floor Nurse
Manor Care Health Services
06.2018 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Associates of Science in Vocational Nursing
Carrington College California - Sacramento
05.2001 -
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Vallejo Senior High School
05.2001 -
LVN Charge Nurse
Broadway Villa Post Acute
1 2023 - Current
VOCATIONAL NURSE 697083
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