JESSICA AMON
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Highly competent Registered Nurse and US Navy veteran with more than 10 years of relevant experience. Eager to apply valuable knowledge and abilities to perform excellent, compassionate care. Possesses exceptional, age-appropriate communication skills as well as the ability to establish rapport with patients of all ages. Seeking a Registered Nurse role in a reputable health care community that utilizes existing skill set and offers the opportunity for growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RN CASE MANAGER
El Cajon Adult Day Health Center
El Cajon, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Assessing patients' physical and functional abilities, creating individualized care plans, and monitoring progress.
- Coordinating patient care services, including medical, social, and therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, social workers, and therapists.
- Developing and implementing plans to manage patients' chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
- Providing education and support to patients, families, and caregivers on disease management, medication, and healthy habits.
- Conducting regular assessments to identify potential health risks and implementing preventive measures.
- Facilitating communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Managing patient referrals, admissions, and discharges.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and program effectiveness.
- Collaborating with community resources and agencies to ensure comprehensive care.
REGISTERED NURSE
Salt Creek Elementary & Hedenkamp Elementary
Chula Vista, CA
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Provides compassionate healthcare to students with acute or chronic health problems.
- Conducts screenings or writes referrals for additional health services as needed.
- Develops and monitors health plans for students, including aiding students with diabetes.
- Communicates in a friendly and reassuring manner, providing age-appropriate explanations of assessment and care needs to students and their families.
- Educates parents and students regarding general health and other issues such as COVID, COVID symptoms, and how students can best take care of their health.
- Utilizes basic computer software knowledge to perform administrative tasks such as updating student medical records.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Open Arms Adult Day Healthcare
12.2016 - 06.2017
- Performed health screening by assessing potential and current clients, and preparing care plans for seniors.
- Responsible for medication administration and personal care of clients including meal assistance, walking, transfers, and bathroom use.
- Provided care for patients with special needs, autism, and various other mental disabilities such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, etc.
- Reported client status and education regarding care needs to families, caregivers, and professional contacts.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Kaiser Permanente (Platinum Healthcare Staffing)
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Offered compassionate, thorough care while administering flu and pneumonia vaccines.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, updating patient charts.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Odos Home Health Inc.
San Diego, CA
12.2015 - 07.2016
- Executed home visits and offered compassionate, thorough nursing and bedside care.
- Saved lives during multiple patient visits.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, updating patient charts.
- Educated patients and families regarding necessary care.
- Checked patient medications, administering medications in accurate quantities and on schedule.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Western Health Home Care
San Diego
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Served as a private duty nurse, administering medications via tube feeding.
- Administered care for a medically fragile patient.
- Educated patients and families regarding necessary care.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, updating patient charts.
- Organized and administered medications to patients in accurate quantities and on schedule.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing| San Diego, CA
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing | San Diego, CA
12.2021
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSING -
Kaplan College | San Diego, CA
04.2014
Skills
- Head to Toe Physical Assessments
- Therapeutic Communication
- Catheter Insertion and Care
- Patient & Family Education
- Tracheostomy Care
- Dispensing Medications
- Medication Calculations
- Document/Care Maps
- Nasopharyngeal & Oral Suctioning
- Dressing/Wound Care
- Cast/Pin/Traction Care
- Tube Feeding
- Vital Signs
- Diabetic Care
- Working with Patients with Special Needs, Autism, and Mental Disabilities
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Bilingual, English and Tagalog
- Case Management
Licensure Certifications
- Registered Nursing (RN) License #95286597
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogen Training
- Pressure Ulcer Training
- CPR Certification
Clinical Rotations
- MEDICAL SURGICAL, 10/01/20 - 12/31/20, 10/01/21 - 12/31/21, 03/01/21 - 04/30/21, Paradise Valley Hospital, UCSD Hospital
- MENTAL HEALTH, 04/01/21 - 05/31/21, Dr. Munn Clinical, Lakeside Specialty Care, SD Mission
- PEDIATRIC, 06/01/21 - 07/31/21, La Maestra Community Health care Clinic, Dr. Uy Clinic
- MATERNITY, 05/01/21 - 06/30/21, Paradise Valley Hospital
Navy Experience
- 2nd Class Petty Officer, United States Navy, 2007 - 2010, FISC Yokosuka | San Diego, CA
- 2nd Class Petty Officer, United States Navy, 2003 - 2007, Naval Amphibious Base | Coronado, CA
References
Jessica Gonzales, RN
12047 Lacie ln
Lakeside, CA 92040
Jessicaadilenee@yahoo.com
619-723-3419
Cherie Lobrino, RN
8014 Mary Pat Ln
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
chiqui3331975@yahoo.com
619-884-3779
Cathlyn Pinca Padron, RN
8694 New Salem St.
Unit 207 San Diego, CA 92126
cathlyn_padron@yahoo.com
858-226-6950
Timeline
RN CASE MANAGER
El Cajon Adult Day Health Center
08.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
Salt Creek Elementary & Hedenkamp Elementary
01.2023 - 03.2023
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Open Arms Adult Day Healthcare
12.2016 - 06.2017
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Kaiser Permanente (Platinum Healthcare Staffing)
09.2016 - 12.2016
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Odos Home Health Inc.
12.2015 - 07.2016
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Western Health Home Care
10.2015 - 03.2016
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing| San Diego, CA
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing | San Diego, CA
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSING -
Kaplan College | San Diego, CA