Kandece Duarte
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new graduate LVN with 3 years of hands-on experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and a Medical Assistant certification. Proficient in patient care, medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and assisting with diagnostic procedures. Seeking to leverage diverse clinical experience and LVN training to provide exceptional care in a dynamic healthcare environment
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alamitos West Health and Rehabilitation Center
Los Alamitos, CA
11.2021 - Current
- Documented activities and recorded information in PCC system.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Medical Assistant
San Angel Medical Clinical
Huntington Park, CA
09.2010 - 01.2015
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
North West College
Long Beach 11-2024
Phlebotomy Technician -
Regan Career Institute
El Monte, CASkills
- Infection control procedures
- Patient-focused care
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Safety precautions
- Infection control
- Client documentation
Certification
- Intravenous (IV) and Blood Withdrawal (BW) Certification
- BLS
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- Medical Assistant Certification (MA), International Career Development Center , 2010
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification , Regan Career Institute, 2013
Affiliations
LVN Clinical Intern | Royal Care Skilled Nursing Center, Emanate Health Intercommunity Hospital , Broadway By The Sea
- Administered medications and monitored patient conditions under the supervision of RNs and doctors.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented vital signs, reporting any concerns to the nursing team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Performed wound care, including dressing changes and observing for signs of infection.
- Provided patient education on medications, self-care, and disease prevention.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alamitos West Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
San Angel Medical Clinical
09.2010 - 01.2015
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
North West College
Phlebotomy Technician -
Regan Career Institute