Kelly Quang
San Jose,CA
Summary
New Registered Nurse with Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nightingale College. Applies nursing process and performs delegated functions under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse.
California-Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Peninsula Eye Surgery Center
07.2021 - 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.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Administered controlled oral narcotics and inserted IVs
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Palo Alto Medical Foundation, PAMF
03.2013 - 07.2021
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
- 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.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- 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.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Flu Clinic
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Administered flu vaccines to patients six months and older
Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Increased staff efficiency through effective delegation of tasks and proper utilization of resources.
- Reduced medication errors with meticulous attention to detail in transcription processes from physician orders to pharmacy dispensing.
- Administered immunizations as needed for disease prevention in accordance with established guidelines.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the clinic setting.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients and their families during clinic visits, providing compassionate care at all times.
- Acted as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers for clear communication of medical information.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, procedures, and treatments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided exceptional patient education, promoting adherence to prescribed treatment plans and prevention measures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Helped charge nurse staff unit and achieve coverage goals.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Salt Lake City, UT08.2025
Health Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
07.2020
IV Therapy And Blood Withdrawal
Mission College
San Jose, CA06.2012
Successfully completed the License Vocational Nurse program - Vocational Nursing
Carrington College of California
San Jose, CA04.2011
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptable and Flexible
Epic Systems
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Multitasking Abilities
Dementia Knowledge and Care
Dependable and Responsible
Computer Skills
Mandarin, Cantonese, and Vietnamese Conversational Fluency
Certification
- Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training - 03/2024
- Vocational Nurse License - Active
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional Working
Vietnamese
Professional Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Peninsula Eye Surgery Center
07.2021 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.2017 - 12.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Flu Clinic
09.2017 - 12.2017
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Palo Alto Medical Foundation, PAMF
03.2013 - 07.2021
Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
03.2012 - 11.2014
Registered Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Health Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
IV Therapy And Blood Withdrawal
Mission College
Successfully completed the License Vocational Nurse program - Vocational Nursing
Carrington College of California
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