Jovanna Gazano
Summary
Compassionate new graduate nurse with hands-on experience in diverse clinical settings, including medical-surgical, pediatrics, maternal-newborn, and mental health. Proficient in vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and patient advocacy, ensuring safety and comfort in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front of House Staff Member
Wanderlust Creamery
Costa Mesa
05.2026 - Current
- Delivered efficient customer service and managed high-volume orders.
- Maintained cleanliness, restocked inventory, and supported daily operations
VN Clinical Rotations
Stanbridge University
CA
08.2024 - 01.2026
- Performed vital signs, wound care, catheter/G-tube care, and medication administration across multiple medical-surgical sites to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Skilled Nursing/Post-Acute: Performed head-to-toe assessments, ADLs, patient advocacy
- Provided maternal-infant care to support healthy outcomes for mothers and newborns.
- Facilitated patient interaction in pediatrics to enhance family-centered care and improve team collaboration.
- Monitored patient safety and observed behavior in mental health contexts to ensure effective therapeutic communication.
Retail Sales Associate
New Balance
Costa Mesa
11.2022 - 05.2025
- Guided customers in product selection, ensuring a positive shopping experience and efficiently processed transactions.
- Assisted customers with product selection and fit in a friendly manner.
- Oversaw inventory management and merchandising to maintain optimal product presentation and availability.
Cashier (Part-Time)
Wingstop Restaurants Inc.
Huntington
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Processed orders and payments while ensuring accuracy and delivering efficient customer service during high-volume shifts.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided product information.
Shift Team Lead (Part-Time)
Afters Ice Cream
Costa Mesa
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Supervised shifts, supported team members, resolved customer concerns, ensured smooth daily operations in fast-paced setting.
- Supervised daily operations and ensured smooth workflow among team members.
- Trained new staff on ice cream preparation and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply orders for the store.
Cashier/Barista (Full-Time)
Dunkin'
Irvine
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared orders and handled transactions while delivering friendly, efficient service in high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Processed customer orders efficiently at high-volume fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate's Degree - Nursing
Stanbridge University
CA01-2026
Skills
- Patient education
- Electronic documentation
- Patient advocacy
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
Certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- IVBW Certification
Volunteer Experience
- Feeding America, Riverside
- Tree People Los Angeles, Non-Profit Organization
- La Sierra Senior Center, Food Pantry
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Front of House Staff Member
Wanderlust Creamery
05.2026 - Current
VN Clinical Rotations
Stanbridge University
08.2024 - 01.2026
Retail Sales Associate
New Balance
11.2022 - 05.2025
Cashier (Part-Time)
Wingstop Restaurants Inc.
02.2022 - 09.2022
Shift Team Lead (Part-Time)
Afters Ice Cream
10.2021 - 01.2022
Cashier/Barista (Full-Time)
Dunkin'
04.2021 - 09.2021
Associate's Degree - Nursing
Stanbridge University