Lucia Lopez
Diamond Bar,CA
Summary
Dedicated Pre-Op Nurse with expertise in IV insertion, vital signs monitoring, and medication administration. Committed to providing compassionate care and emotional support to patients, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols. Known for attention to detail and active listening, facilitating effective collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Op Nurse
Southern Vascular
Beverly Hills, California
01.2018 - Current
- Provided pre-operative care to patients by conducting patient assessments, obtaining vital signs and medical histories.
- Obtained consent forms from patients prior to their procedure so that they are aware of potential risks associated with surgery.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols in the pre-op area.
- Supported patients emotionally, addressing concerns before surgery procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and data related to pre-operative activities.
- Responded to emergency situations such as.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medication when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Adhered to infection control policies while providing care in order to minimize risk of contamination or spread of disease.
LVN
UCLA Health
Los Angeles, California
09.2020 - 08.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and protocols.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
LVN III
Kaiser Permanente
Downey, California
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
- Performed basic medical procedures such as catheterization, EKGs and phlebotomy according to established protocols.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
Hospice Nurse
Stat Nurses
Los Angeles, California
02.2022 - 01.2025
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in home settings.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for hospice patients.
- Documented patient progress and updated medical records accurately.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
License Vocational Nurse
Santa Barbara Business College
Bakersfield, CA12-2017
Skills
- IV insertion
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Active listening
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- HIPAA protocols
- EKG administration
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Wound care
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Month Award 2024
- Leader Award
- Thank you Notes
Certification
- BLS Provider Certified
- IV Therapy and Blood withdraw certified
Timeline
LVN III
Kaiser Permanente
01.2024 - 04.2025
Hospice Nurse
Stat Nurses
02.2022 - 01.2025
LVN
UCLA Health
09.2020 - 08.2025
Pre-Op Nurse
Southern Vascular
01.2018 - Current
License Vocational Nurse
Santa Barbara Business College
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