Linda Vang
Merced,CA
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with more than 1 year of experience providing strong clinical and people skills. Demonstrated by almost 5 years of experience in healthcare. Experience in urgent and emergency medicine with great knowledge of Basic Life Support. Has had experience with making appointments, keeping records, and performing other clerical duties in clinic. Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Teddy Thompson
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Report client status to RN/HCP.
Medical Assistant
Teddy Thompson
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and medical record requests.
- Processing deposits for contractors.
- Managing inventory.
- Strictly protected the confidentiality of all information related to patient care.
- Schedule medical appointments.
- Managed approximately 20 patient phone calls and determining how to assist them.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Assess patients and documented their medical histories.
- Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Administer prescribed medications noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients.
- Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms.
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
- Informed provider of changes in patient's condition.
- Assisted providers with non-invasive procedures.
- Assist with laceration repairs.
- Collect and perform routine laboratory tests on samples: blood, urine.
- Changed sterile dressings and wound related dressings.
- Perform EKG, spirometry, nebulizers under direction of a provider.
- Administered oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI12.2023
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI08.2021
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI12.2017
Technical Diploma - Medical Assistant
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI08.2017
Skills
- Bilingual (Hmong and English)
- Pediatric and adult patient care
- Work well under pressure
- Demonstrate strong communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently
- Demonstrate excellent observation, problem solving, and flexibility
Qualifications
- Hold current BLS Certification 03/2026
- Hold current ACLS Certification 03/2026
- Hold current PALS Certification 03/2026
- IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification (Taking on 08/10/2026)
Clinical Experience
- Gundersen Lutheran Onalaska Clinic: Pediatrics, Internal Medicine July 2017-August 2017
- Hillview Health Care Center: Long-term care February 2020-March 2020
- Gundersen Health System : Rehabilitation, NICU, pediatrics/medical surgical overflow, Medical Oncology July 2021-August 2021
- Vernon Memorial Hospital : Medical Surgical unit, Obstetrics unit, IV infusion unit, Emergency Room May 2021-June 2021
- Mayo Clinic Health Care System : Medical Surgical Department October 2022-November 2022
- Gundersen Health System : Cardiopulmonary Unit May 2023- June 2023
Rehabilitation Department (capstone 84 hours) November 21- December 10, 2023
- Care for a diverse range of patients within various units, demonstrating competence in comprehensive assessments, care plans, and implementing evidence-based nursing interventions.
- Performed basic physical assessments of patients of all ages.
- Administering medications, managing IV therapy and monitoring vital signs ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
- Assessing changes in patients' condition by monitoring vital signs, symptoms, test results, and patients' responses to medication and treatments.
- Implemented best nursing practices to maintain a safe, secure, and comfortable environment while observing patients' progress.
- Collaborating with health care team to ensure adequate care coordination.
- Observed and assisted registered nurses and health care professionals in providing direct patient care.
Timeline
LPN
Teddy Thompson
08.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant
Teddy Thompson
04.2019 - 08.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Western Technical College
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Western Technical College
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Western Technical College
Technical Diploma - Medical Assistant
Western Technical College
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