Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Educator
California Nurses Educational Institute
Rancho Mirage, CA
07.2023 - Current
Maintained records of educational activities, including attendance rosters and course evaluations.
Developed and implemented evidence-based clinical educational programs for nursing staff.
Coached nurses during their transition from student status to professional practice.
Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
Helped students make optimal educational and career choices to maximize learning and long-term vocational benefits.
Assessed clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using various methods.
Supervised student laboratory and clinical work, offering knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.
Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
LVN Floor Nurse
Hi Desert Medical Center
Joshua Tree, CA
03.2013 - 07.2023
Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Responded quickly to life threatening situations using appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis and blood draws.
Ordered lab tests or imaging studies according to physician orders while ensuring accuracy of documentation in the medical record system.
Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses and specialists in order to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
Administered intravenous fluids or medications when necessary under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
Identified potential problems that could impact the quality of care delivered to patients including issues related to staffing or equipment shortages and deficiencies.
Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by observing responses from patients during therapy sessions or after medication administration periods have elapsed.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
Educated patients about preventative measures for healthy living such as exercise routines, dietary guidelines and smoking cessation programs.
Actively participated in continuing education activities in order to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques .
Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
Assessed patient needs for additional services such as social work or home health aides.
Served as an advocate for individualized patient care by coordinating resources within facility limits while promoting cost effective solutions whenever possible.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
Education
Associate of Science -
Copper Mountain College
Joshua Tree, CA
09-2023
Skills
Clinical Supervision
Student Evaluation
Teaching strategies
Anatomy and physiology
Patient Safety
Performing physical assessments
Time management abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Excellent Communication
Decision-Making
Active Listening
Written Communication
Certification
LVN IV/BW certificate
ACLS
BLS
Languages
English
Professional
Punjabi
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator
California Nurses Educational Institute
07.2023 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Hi Desert Medical Center
03.2013 - 07.2023
Associate of Science -
Copper Mountain College
LVN IV/BW certificate
ACLS
BLS
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