Julie Tupulua
Daly City,CA
Summary
Graduate Nurse with Equivalency BSN degree in Nursing from Samuel Merritt University. Currently in school for Masters of Science in Nursing; graduating in December, 2023. Applies nursing process and performs delegated functions under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse. Collaborates with patient and family to offer theory-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery with members of interdisciplinary team. Patient-oriented Nurse with years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with med/surg specialty. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain a full-time or part-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level RN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
City And County Of San Francisco
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Francisco VA Medical Center
04.2000 - 08.2019
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job Title].
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Nursing Assistant
San Francisco VA Medical Center
12.1993 - 04.2000
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered high-quality care to HIV patients in hospital facility.
- Supported needs of 60+ residents under long-term care.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Samuel Merritt University
Oakland, CA12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA03.2020
No Degree - Nursing
Skyline College
San Bruno, CA08.2007
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA12.1998
No Degree - Combat Medical Specialist
Academy of Health Sciences
Ft Sam Houston, TX05.1990
No Degree - Business Management
American Samoa Community College
Pago Pago, AS06.1989
Skills
- Pressure Wound Treatment
- Operational Standards
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Documenting Incidents
- Recordkeeping and Maintenance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Sterilize Equipment
- Transcribing Orders
- Care Plan Development
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Hygiene Support
- HIPAA Protocols
- Patient Health Information Access
- Care Planning
- Pneumonia Vaccinations
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Medical Office Administration
- Medication Dispensing
- Personal Hygiene Support
- Nursing Process
- Intramuscular Injections
- Tracheostomy Care
- Monitor IV Fluids
- Immunization Administration
- Patient Triaging
- Feedback Acceptance
- Breathing Treatments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Regulatory Requirements
- Aseptic Techniques
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
City And County Of San Francisco
08.2019 - 08.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Francisco VA Medical Center
04.2000 - 08.2019
Nursing Assistant
San Francisco VA Medical Center
12.1993 - 04.2000
Master of Science - Nursing
Samuel Merritt University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
No Degree - Nursing
Skyline College
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
City College of San Francisco
No Degree - Combat Medical Specialist
Academy of Health Sciences
No Degree - Business Management
American Samoa Community College
Languages
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
Reading, listening to music, cooking, baking and gardening.
All of the above are things I like to do during my time off from work. It helps me relax and rejuvenate myself.