Hi, I’m
Maria Ramirez-Cano
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Loma Linda University Children's HealthLoma Linda, CA
Pediatric Licensed Vocational Nurse
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Helped doctors with patient procedures such as circumcisions.
- Completed routine in-office laboratory tests such as checking patients' blood glucose or hemoglobin levels after basic finger sticks.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Primrose Home Care And HospiceSan Bernardino, CA
Home Health LVN
06.2023 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
- Helped patients achieve higher standards of living through effective ADL coaching and assistance.
SAC Health SystemSan Bernardino, CA
Licensed Vocational Nurse
04.2023 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
SAC Health SystemSan Bernardino, CA
Pediatric Medical Assistant
08.2020 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
LaSalle Medical AssociatesSan Bernardino, CA
Back Office Medical Assistant Pediatrics
09.2015 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Helped with phlebotomy work by drawing blood for tests and giving common injections for immunization and treatment.
- Created new patient charts and scanned documentation before and after appointments into EHR system.
- Placed laboratory tests and scan results in EMR for provider review.
- Helped doctors with patient procedures such as circumcisions, toe nail removals, abscess draining procedures.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
West Coast Medical CenterPomona, CA
Back Office
07.2012 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Adult and Pediatric physical exams, adult and pediatric vaccinations, venipunctures, hemoglobin testing
- Documenting vital signs; height, weight, temperature, respiration
- Assisting physician with OB/GYN.
- Maintained inventory for back-office supplies, computers and work-stations.
Education
North-West College Pomona
Medical Assistant
The School of Arts and Enterprise
High School Diploma
American Career CollegeOntario, CA
Diploma from Vocational Nursing
02.2023
Skills
- Treatment Plan Implementation
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Patient Education
- Medication Administration
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Pediatric Care
- EMR / EHR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Pediatric Licensed Vocational Nurse
Loma Linda University Children's Health
08.2023 - Current
Home Health LVN
Primrose Home Care And Hospice
06.2023 - 08.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
SAC Health System
04.2023 - 06.2023
Pediatric Medical Assistant
SAC Health System
08.2020 - 06.2023
Back Office Medical Assistant Pediatrics
LaSalle Medical Associates
09.2015 - 08.2020
Back Office
West Coast Medical Center
07.2012 - 07.2015
North-West College Pomona
Medical Assistant
The School of Arts and Enterprise
High School Diploma
American Career College
Diploma from Vocational Nursing