Mandy Carter
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis, and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center
Walnut Creek, California
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided direct patient care in vaccine clinical settings at a prominent medical center
- Administered vaccines for COVID-19 and flu , drew up vaccines in accordance with cdc guidelines and protocols
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to healthcare team for patients experiencing adverse reactions, facilitating timely interventions.
- Executed infection control protocols to ensure patient safety within the facility.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
HSP- California medical facility
Vacaville, California
11.2017 - 02.2021
- Delivered direct patient care in diverse clinical settings within mental health units at a men’s prison, ensuring individualized support for patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed, following strict safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Monitored and assessed patient conditions, promptly reporting significant changes to supervising physician or registered nurse to facilitate timely interventions.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Assisted with daily living activities for patients, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated critical changes to healthcare team, contributing to informed clinical decisions.
Education
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Concord, CA 01.2016 - 05.2017
Skills
- administration of vaccinations
- patient record management
- vital sign monitoring
- infection control protocols
- adult patient care
- vaccine administration
- Clinical documentation
- medication administration
- healthcare compliance
- clinical documentation
- team collaboration
- critical thinking
- effective communication
- problem solving
- attention to detail
- confidentiality maintenance
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Documentation accuracy
- HIPAA guideline adherence
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health support
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center
02.2021 - 07.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
HSP- California medical facility
11.2017 - 02.2021
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
01.2016 - 05.2017