Lisa Sturgeon
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Vocational Nurse, providing high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings including including mental health, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and acute care environments. Skilled in performing patient assessments, administering medications, managing wound care, and supporting treatment plans in collaboration with healthcare teams. Proven ability to deliver empathetic and compassionate care to patients and families, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Strong communicator with a commitment to continuous professional development and patient-centered care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical LVN/Leadership
Pelican Ridge Post Acute
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated patient advocacy, assisted charge nurse in overseeing patient care and leading nursing teams. Supervising and mentoring staff, delegating tasks, and ensuring high-quality care delivery in fast-paced healthcare environments. Expertise in patient assessments, medication administration, and implementing care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Training and educating staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a supportive and efficient work atmosphere to enhance patient outcomes and team performance.
Clinical LVN/Pediatrics
Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided high-quality care to critically ill or injured children. Obtain and monitor vital signs, perform detailed assessments, urinary catheterizations, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological evaluations, and report any changes in condition to RNs. Ensure IV lines are patent, administer fluids, and monitor for signs of complications such as infiltration or infection. Administer Medications, oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, and monitor patients on mechanical ventilation.
Clinical LVN/ Maternal Newborn
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided high-quality care to expectant mothers, newborns, and families. Assisted in the management of labor and delivery recovery, post-partum care, assisted in lactation support and newborn assessments, all while supporting the emotional and physical well-being of mothers and their newborns.
Clinical LVN/ Mental Health
Plaza HealthCare Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided compassionate care to patients in a mental health facility by performing essential LVN duties including conducting assessments, obtaining vital signs, administering medications, monitoring patient behavior. Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, including observing for signs of self-harm or aggression. Assisted in structured activities such as group therapy, cognitive-behavioral activities, and recreational programs.
Clinical LVN
Victoria HealthCare and Rehabilitation
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided high-quality patient care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center by performing essential LVN tasks including conducting assessments, administering medications, managing wound care, assisting with rehabilitation exercises, and monitoring vital signs.
Clinical LVN
Laguna Hills Health and Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient care through the execution of essential LVN duties in a rehabilitation therapy setting, specializing in orthopedic, cardiac, pulmonary, and stroke rehabilitation.
Clinical LVN/ Memory Care
Manor Care Health Services
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided exceptional patient care by performing essential LVN duties in a memory care center, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Delivered a wide range of services, including cognitive stimulation, daily support, and emergency monitoring to ensure patient well-being and safety.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT II, CPT1
St. Joseph Wellness Corner/Providence Express Care
08.2015 - 01.2023
- Front and back office Medical Assistant duties: Patient scheduling, check-in/check-out, collecting copays, verified insurance, answering phones and handling inquiries, billing and coding, managed clinic schedule using EMR, office supply management, coordinated and oversaw the scheduling of external maintenance personnel to ensure timely and efficient service for our facility. Obtained vital signs, obtained and documented medical histories, prepared patients for examinations, obtained samples from patients and preformed lab tests (POC), and venipunctures, Performed Snelling exams, administered immunizations, injections, medication administration, patient education, and provided emotional comfort and support.
Clinical LVN
Orange Healthcare & Wellness Center
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments, monitoring and documenting patient conditions to ensure optimal care.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs regularly, ensuring early detection of changes in patient status.
- Performed blood glucose tests, administered medications via oral, topical, and injectable routes, while closely monitoring for potential side effects and adverse reactions.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and infection prevention protocols, to promote healing and comfort.
- Assisted with physical rehabilitation exercises, supporting patients in achieving mobility and functional goals.
- Managed pain relief strategies and monitored patient comfort, collaborating with the healthcare team to adjust care plans as needed.
- Delivered GI site care and maintenance, ensuring cleanliness and monitoring for complications at feeding tube sites (including G-tube and NG tubes).
- Administered enteral nutrition through tube feedings (GI and NG tubes), ensuring accurate delivery and patient safety.
- Provided respiratory therapy and support, assisting with oxygen therapy and respiratory treatments to optimize lung function.
- Delivered comprehensive ostomy care, including management of stoma sites and patient education on proper care techniques.
- Preformed urinary catheterization, maintaining sterile techniques and patient comfort throughout the procedure.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment plans, and health maintenance, fostering patient understanding and participation in care.
- Ensured accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and treatments in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Delivered compassionate, patient-centered care, offering emotional support and empathy to both patients and their families during treatment and recovery.
Medical Assistant II, CPT1
Providence St Joseph's Health
10.2002 - 09.2012
- Gained diverse experience in Urgent Care, Pharmacy Technician role, Internal, Pediatric, and Family medicine fields.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stanbridge University
Irvine06-2024
Registered Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Missouri Collage
Kirkwood, MO02-1994
Skills
Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Time Management & Multitasking
Infection Control & Safety
Demonstrating compassion and understanding in difficult situations
Communicate effectively with patients, families, doctors, and other healthcare professionals
Certification
- Phlebotomist CPT1, California Department of Public Health, 11/2014
- Management of Assaultive Behaviors, EduLife Institute, 9/2022
- IV Certification, Allied Nursing, 09/2024
- BLS, American Heart Association, 11/2024
Timeline
Clinical LVN/Leadership
Pelican Ridge Post Acute
02.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical LVN/Pediatrics
Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center
11.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical LVN/ Maternal Newborn
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
08.2023 - 10.2023
Clinical LVN/ Mental Health
Plaza HealthCare Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
Clinical LVN
Victoria HealthCare and Rehabilitation
03.2023 - 05.2023
Clinical LVN
Laguna Hills Health and Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 02.2023
Clinical LVN/ Memory Care
Manor Care Health Services
11.2022 - 01.2023
Clinical LVN
Orange Healthcare & Wellness Center
07.2022 - 10.2022
MEDICAL ASSISTANT II, CPT1
St. Joseph Wellness Corner/Providence Express Care
08.2015 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant II, CPT1
Providence St Joseph's Health
10.2002 - 09.2012
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stanbridge University
Registered Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Missouri Collage
Similar Profiles
Paige SchafferPaige Schaffer
Certified Nursing Assistant at Pelican Ridge Post AcuteCertified Nursing Assistant at Pelican Ridge Post Acute
Deysi VelazquezDeysi Velazquez
Licensed Vocational Nurse at Pelican Ridge Post AcuteLicensed Vocational Nurse at Pelican Ridge Post Acute
Jacqueline MorenoJacqueline Moreno
CNA at Pelican Ridge Post AcuteCNA at Pelican Ridge Post Acute
Eric MendozaEric Mendoza
Server at Jazz KitchenServer at Jazz Kitchen
Yadira ZapotecoYadira Zapoteco
Personal Banker at Wells FargoPersonal Banker at Wells Fargo