Jonathan Mejia
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
11.2021 - Current
- Perform routine patient care functions in Family medicine, nurse clinic or pediatrics when needed.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Enhanced patient recovery through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Discharge instructions to patients and their families.
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Provided excellent wound care management, resulting in faster healing times for patients with complex wounds.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed approximately 20 to 50 call center messages, RN in basket messages and providers messages and prescription refill requests.
- Verify medications, immunizations for Medical Assistants.
- Cover for team leader support.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
04.2018 - 11.2021
- Part of SOS department or float pool.
- Experience in the following departments - Head and Neck, Urology, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Orthopedics.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care for patients in various settings.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Assistant Manager
Planned Parenthood
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Medical Assistant
Planned Parenthood
02.2011 - 06.2017
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient spirometry.
Education
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stanbridge College
06.2014
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Concorde Career College
Garden Grove, CA02.2009
High School Diploma -
Orange High School
08.2001
Skills
- Catheter Care
- Wound Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Immunization Administration
- Specimen Collection
- Medication Administration
Certification
- Certified IV/Phlebotomy
- CPR/BLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
11.2021 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
04.2018 - 11.2021
Assistant Manager
Planned Parenthood
06.2017 - 04.2018
Medical Assistant
Planned Parenthood
02.2011 - 06.2017
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stanbridge College
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Orange High School
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