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Kenneth Bloom

Buena Park

Summary

Knowledgeable and compassionate LVN with a strong background in direct patient care, diabetes management, and communication between patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Skilled in monitoring for emergent situations and responding quickly and effectively.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Enriching Inc.
03.2020 - Current
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities following established protocols.
  • Supported daily living activities for patients, promoting comfort and dignity during care.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and maintained cleanliness in accordance with health regulations.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Enriching Lives
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Administered medications and treatments under supervision to ensure patient safety and compliance.
  • Advocated for patients' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Obtained input/output measurements from patients.
  • Supported daily living activities for patients, promoting comfort and dignity during care.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Maxim Staffing Solutions
08.2015 - 07.2019
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
  • Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.

Education

Certificate - Nursing

American Career College
CA
07-2013

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Geriatric care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care
  • Diabetes management
  • Reporting and documentation

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Enriching Inc.
03.2020 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Enriching Lives
08.2019 - 03.2020

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Maxim Staffing Solutions
08.2015 - 07.2019

Certificate - Nursing

American Career College

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