Kiara Mesa
Irvine,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience in long-term care, patient safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for reliability, empathy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care. Fluent in English and Spanish; dedicated to continuous professional growth and emphasizing patient-centered nursing practices.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Neurish Wellness
Costa Mesa
09.2025 - Current
- Administer prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
- Monitor clients for medication effectiveness, side effects, and adverse reactions
- Perform routine nursing assessments, vital signs, and health screenings
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed
- Observe and report changes in mental status, mood, or behavior
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and adhere to infection control and safety standards
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Regents Point
Irvine, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Deliver compassionate care in hospice and home health settings.
- Ensure accurate medication administration and documentation.
- Facilitate daily care tasks for physicians.
- Ensure resident safety through continuous observation and timely emergency response.
- Work with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assist with appointments and transfers.
- Demonstrate daily responsibilities of an LVN to student nurses.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mainplace Post Acute & Skilled Nursing
Orange, CA
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Delivered safe and accurate medication administration, treatments, and wound care in compliance with physician orders and state regulations.
- Conducted resident assessments, monitored for changes in condition, and ensured timely communication with providers and families.
- Supervised and supported CNAs to maintaini high standards of patient care and safety.
- Maintained precise documentation in EMR systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident health outcomes and care plans.
Patient Safety Assistant
City of Hope
Duarte, CA
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Ensure patient safety by observing and reporting changes in condition.
- Ensure cleanliness and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Support efforts to minimize fall risks and assisted in implementing safety protocols, contributing to the reduction of hospital-acquired infections.
- Participate in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices for patient safety and care techniques.
Education
Associate Of Occupational Science - Vocational Nursing
Stanbridge University
Alhambra, CA10.2024
Skills
- Medication administration and documentation
- Home Health and Hospice visit support
- Wound care
- Preoperative and postoperative care
- Mental health support
Certification
BVNPT- Licensed Vocational Nurse #747626
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support Provider 07/2025
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Neurish Wellness
09.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mainplace Post Acute & Skilled Nursing
07.2025 - 10.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Regents Point
01.2025 - Current
Patient Safety Assistant
City of Hope
07.2024 - 07.2025
Associate Of Occupational Science - Vocational Nursing
Stanbridge University