Compassionate and dedicated recent nursing graduate with 20 years of hands-on clinical experience in the medical field. Exceptional communication and teamwork skills. Thrives in collaborative environments. Committed to ongoing professional development, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Strong desire to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team, ensuring positive patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
State of California Department of Corrections
07.2011 - Current
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
Administered medications and injections to patients, including controlled substances and vaccines.
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.
Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
Responded to patient emergency situations and performed life saving measures.
Participated in the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment (ISUDT) program, medication administration, monitoring and education for patients
Licensed Vocational Nurse
State of California Department of Corrections
01.2011 - 07.2011
Provided quality care nursing through medication management, emergency response, patient education and treatments.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Provided continuous monitoring and support to patients during mental health crisis.
Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
Provided continuous monitoring and support to patients during mental health crisis.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Robert Littman
01.2005 - 01.2006
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Maintained safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care.
Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Internatinal College of Health Sciences
Boynton Beach, FL
12-2024
Certification In Nursing - Nursing
Unitek College
Fremont, CA
02-2010
Certification- Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Fast Response School of Healthcare
Berkeley, CA
06-2006
Associate of General Studies - General Education
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA
05-2024
Skills
Adaptable Learner
Flexible in Dynamic Environments
Skilled Verbal Communicator
Collaborative Team Player
Extremely organized
Effective Multitasking
Effective Team Leadership
Effective Time Management
HIPAA Regulatory Compliance
Patient Advocacy
Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) Multi- State Licenses, CA Board or Nursing #95413588. Florida Board of Nursing RN9680213 March 2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - CA Board of Nursing #251045 July 2010
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association- Current
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
State of California Department of Corrections
07.2011 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
State of California Department of Corrections
01.2011 - 07.2011
Medical Assistant
Dr. Robert Littman
01.2005 - 01.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Internatinal College of Health Sciences
Certification In Nursing - Nursing
Unitek College
Certification- Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Fast Response School of Healthcare
Associate of General Studies - General Education
Diablo Valley College
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