Jessica Ponce
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Compassionate and driven Registered Nurse with hands-on experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the emergency department. Equipped with a solid clinical foundation and a commitment to patient-centered care. Ready to leverage RN knowledge to enhance patient outcomes and support a collaborative healthcare team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse I.V. Certified Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanente
San Jose, USA
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medication through oral and intramuscular injections while monitoring patient responses.
- Executed urinary catheterizations, nasogastric tube placements, and breathing treatments to support patient recovery.
- Delivered patient care by explaining examination processes, tests, and medical procedures to enhance understanding and comfort.
Licensed Vocational Nurse I.V. Certified Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanente
Fremont, USA
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Documented treatments and administered medications, including IVs, ensuring continuity of patient care.
- Executed blood draws and processed lab samples to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Prioritized and delegated work assignments to ensure timely completion of patient care tasks.
Licensed Vocational Nurse I.V. Certified Gastroenterology Department
Kaiser Permanente
Fremont, USA
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted doctors with gastrointestinal procedures, including upper endoscopies, colonoscopies, and ERCPs, enhancing procedural efficiency.
- Performed preoperative data collection and IV insertions, ensuring readiness for procedures and contributing to patient safety.
- Managed room turnover by preparing for subsequent procedures and restocking essential supplies, effectively minimizing downtime.
Medical Assistant Surgery Scheduling Department
Kaiser Permanente
Union City, USA
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Streamlined block scheduling system for multiple surgeons to enhance operating room utilization.
- Coordinated patient scheduling logistics for pre-op planning, post-op follow-ups, and ancillary services across multiple providers.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
Medical Assistant Urgent Care Department
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Rosa, USA
08.2020 - 02.2022
- Assisted physicians in examinations and treatments by providing necessary instruments and efficiently processing specimens.
- Directed patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physicians, X-rays, electrocardiograms, and dressing changes to ensure smooth workflow.
- Conducted patient interviews to compile comprehensive medical histories, chief complaints, and vital signs for accurate diagnosis.
Emergency Department Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Rosa, USA
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted with medical procedures by obtaining vital signs and performing CPR to ensure patient stability.
- Prepared patients for procedures and managed wound care to facilitate recovery and promote comfort.
- Delivered technical support to improve patient outcomes and streamline care.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Interim Healthcare
Santa Rosa, USA
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Prioritized and responded to all patient call lights, ensuring timely care delivery.
- Enhanced patient independence and comfort through assistance with activities of daily living.
- Recorded observations of patient behavior, complaints, and physical symptoms for primary nurse review, aiding in care planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Salt Lake City, UT12-2025
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Fremont, CA03-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
CALRegional
Santa Rosa Skills
- Bilingual - Spanish
- Peripheral IV access initiation
- Medication administration (PO, IM)
- Nebulizer treatments as per orders
- Foley catheter insertion (sterile technique)
- Specimen collection (urine, throat, nasal swabs, blood draws, cultures)
- Interdisciplinary communication (physicians, nurses, ED technicians)
- Discharge coordination and documentation
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical decision-making
- Patient assessment
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award
- The ATLAS Award
Certification
- BLS Expires 11/2027
- ACLS Expires 03/2028
- PALS Expires 03/2028
- California Registered Nurse-95451678 Expires 11/2027
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse I.V. Certified Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanente
03.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse I.V. Certified Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanente
01.2023 - 03.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse I.V. Certified Gastroenterology Department
Kaiser Permanente
07.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant Surgery Scheduling Department
Kaiser Permanente
02.2022 - 07.2022
Medical Assistant Urgent Care Department
Kaiser Permanente
08.2020 - 02.2022
Emergency Department Technician
Kaiser Permanente
11.2018 - 08.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant
Interim Healthcare
02.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
CALRegional