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Marilyn  Nikoro

Marilyn Nikoro

Vacaville,CA

Summary

Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse with a proven track record at Nursa, Medely, NPH and HDSP adept in patient assessment and diabetes management. Excelled in delivering compassionate patient care while ensuring adherence to HIPAA guidelines. Enhanced treatment outcomes through effective communication and meticulous documentation, demonstrating a 20% improvement in patient satisfaction scores. Skilled in both direct patient support and technical nursing processes.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Nursa
Murray, UT
12.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
  • Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or RN.
  • Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment findings.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Assisted with patient transfer activities utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
  • Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Nurse and professional Healthcare
Chico, CA
09.2015 - 11.2023
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or RN.
  • Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment findings.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.

Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse

High Desert State Prison
Susanville, CA
01.2014 - 09.2014
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Coordinated discharge planning services for released inmates requiring follow-up care at external facilities.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including physicians and psychiatrists to coordinate care for patients with chronic illnesses or mental health issues.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Maintained accurate records of inmate healthcare activities in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Counseled inmates on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall wellbeing.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control protocols to reduce the risk of disease transmission in the facility.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Observed safety standards when working with potentially hazardous substances or equipment.
  • Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice, and gastrointestinal bugs.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Monitored medication inventories in the pharmacy to ensure an adequate supply was available at all times.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Assessed patient health needs and reported any changes to the supervising physician.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Acted as a liaison between staff members, prisoners' families, community resources, outside agencies.
  • Adhered strictly to confidentiality regulations when handling sensitive information about patients.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Medely
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
  • Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BSN

Nightingale College
Ogden, UT
04-2025

Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nurse

Franklin Career College
Ontario, CA
09-2012

Skills

  • Treatment plan implementation
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Diabetes management
  • Patient assessment
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Care plans
  • Medication administration
  • Patient care
  • HIPAA guideline adherence
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Infection control
  • Treatment outcome monitoring
  • Care plan development
  • Geriatric care
  • Nutrition support
  • Nursing processes
  • Patient education
  • Direct patient care
  • Personal hygiene support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient and family communication

Affiliations

  • Involve in a non-profit organization, Urhobo Progressive Union Northern California (UPUNC), to help raise funds for the Shriners Children's Hospital in Sacramento
  • Spending time with family and friends

Certification

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse 272718

Languages

English
Professional
Urhobo
Professional

Clinical Rotation

  • Clinical Rotation at CHI Lisbon hospital North Dakota

Accomplishments

Honor roll

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Nursa
12.2023 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Nurse and professional Healthcare
09.2015 - 11.2023

Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse

High Desert State Prison
01.2014 - 09.2014

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Medely

Bachelor of Science - BSN

Nightingale College

Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nurse

Franklin Career College
Marilyn Nikoro