Josephine OBannon
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive experience at Brotman Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessment. Proven ability to enhance patient recovery through compassionate care and effective communication. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance, while actively participating in quality assurance initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
License Vocational Nurse
Doctors Choice Nursing
05.2006 - Current
- Administered medications accurately while adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and self-care techniques to enhance recovery.
- Collaborated with nursing staff and physicians to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and treatment interventions in compliance with regulatory standards.
License Vocational Nurse
Promises Detox Treatment Center
2015 - 2018
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
License Vocational Nurse
Brotman Medical Center
2011 - 2014
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care management and documentation compliance.
- Provided compassionate care in high-stress situations, ensuring comfort and emotional support for patients.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current with nursing practices and protocols.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
License Vocational Nurse
St Vincent Hospital
2007 - 2009
- Conducted routine assessments to identify patient needs and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Supported patient mobility and rehabilitation efforts by guiding safe exercises and activities.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety and efficiency in patient care.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to improve nursing practices and patient outcomes.
License Vocational Nurse
Serenity Plastic Surgery Aftercare
2006 - 2008
- Executed infection control procedures to minimize hospital-acquired infections among patients.
- Assisted in emergency response scenarios, providing critical care and support to patients in distress.
- Monitored patient health by assessing vital signs and reporting significant changes to the healthcare team.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Education
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA12.2002
Nursing
Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA04.2000
Skills
- Medication administration
- Geriatric care
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Diabetes management
- Medication dispensing
- Pain management
- Caring for wounds
- Charting and recording
- Transcribing orders
- Breathing treatments
- Patient education
- Infection control
Certification
BLS
Timeline
License Vocational Nurse
Doctors Choice Nursing
05.2006 - Current
License Vocational Nurse
Promises Detox Treatment Center
2015 - 2018
License Vocational Nurse
Brotman Medical Center
2011 - 2014
License Vocational Nurse
St Vincent Hospital
2007 - 2009
License Vocational Nurse
Serenity Plastic Surgery Aftercare
2006 - 2008
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Nursing
Glendale Career College