LIZBETH M SANTOS
Thousand Oaks,CA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Bilingual in English and Spanish. More than 8 years experience working in the medical field as a licensed nurse.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Simi Valley Care Center
Simi Valley , CA
2021.05 - 2024.02
- Conducted wound care treatments such as debridement, dressing changes, irrigation and application of topical medications.
- Administered oral, topical and injectable medications accurately as ordered by the physician.
- Performed physical assessments on patients to monitor their response to medications.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers regarding changes in medication orders or treatments plans.
CNA
Thousand Oaks Health Care Center
Thousand Oaks , CA
2014.03 - 2017.02
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
California Career College
Canoga Park, CA2024-05
Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
College of Nursing And Technology
Resaca, GA2017-05
Associate of Science - Biology
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA2014-05
Skills
- Ability to multitask under pressure while prioritizing patient's needs and care.
- knowledgeable to recognize medical emergencies in a prompt time frame and use SBAR communication with health care provided.
- Capable of providing high quality patient care with compassion and empathy.
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish.
Accomplishments
- Promoted to desk nurse supervisor in the unit for excellent communication skills with family members and health care providers.
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
- BLS
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Simi Valley Care Center
2021.05 - 2024.02
CNA
Thousand Oaks Health Care Center
2014.03 - 2017.02
Associate of Science - Nursing
California Career College
Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
College of Nursing And Technology
Associate of Science - Biology
Moorpark College
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
- BLS
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