Marlo Laws
Alameda,CA
Summary
Compassionate LVN Floor Nurse recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, wound dressing, and administering medication with precision. Excel at communication, empathy, and time management to enhance patient comfort and support healthcare team objectives.
LVN Floor Nurse with experience in delivering high-quality patient care. Strengths include strong clinical skills, effective communication with patients and medical teams, and adaptability to fast-paced hospital environments. Previous work has contributed to improved patient satisfaction rates through empathetic and efficient care.
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Bayview Adult Day Center
San Francisco, CA
10.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Performed routine treatments such as dressing changes and wound care.
- Educated patients and families about their diagnosis, medications, treatment plans, home care instructions, diet restrictions.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was provided in a timely manner.
- Observed changes in the condition of patients and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized plans of care.
LVN Floor Nurse
Clipboard Health
San Francisco, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized plans of care.
- Monitored vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance.
- Performed routine treatments such as dressing changes and wound care.
- Observed changes in the condition of patients and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients and families about their diagnosis, medications, treatment plans, home care instructions, diet restrictions.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was provided in a timely manner.
- Utilized critical thinking skills while dealing with complex clinical situations.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking in high-pressure situations.
- Evaluated outcomes of nursing interventions against established criteria.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Adhered to safety regulations regarding hazardous materials and waste disposal.
- Developed positive relationships with co-workers through effective communication.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Interpreted and implemented individual care plans.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Comfort Keepers Home Care
Walnut Creek
07.2020 - 04.2024
- Travel In home wound care treatments
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Assisted with patient transfer activities utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- 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.
LVN Charge Nurse
Alameda Healthcare and Wellness Center
Alameda, CA
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
- Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
- Supervised LVNs and other staff members in providing quality patient care services.
- Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
LVN Charge Nurse
Medley Medical Staffing Agency
San Francisco, CA
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or life-threatening events.
- Educated patients about disease prevention methods and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Assisted with discharge planning for patients upon completion of their treatment plan.
- 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.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
- Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with special procedures.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
Radiology Assistant
San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center
San Francisco, CA
04.2013 - 09.2016
- Assisted radiologists in performing diagnostic imaging procedures, such as x-rays and CT scans.
- Greeted patients, verified personal information, and answered questions about procedures.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging exams according to established protocols.
- Maintained patient records and updated information in the radiology database.
- Operated a variety of equipment used for diagnostic imaging purposes.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working with radiation producing equipment.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for radiology procedures.
- Transported patients from one department or facility to another as needed.
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout procedure if required.
- Scheduled appointments based on patient needs and availability of resources.
- Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
Payroll Coordinator
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
San Francisco, CA
01.2010 - 02.2013
- Processed weekly payroll for over 500 employees; ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Analyzed employee time records to determine eligibility for overtime pay according to company policies.
- Managed payroll taxes and deductions, including 401 contributions, health insurance premiums, garnishments.
- Assisted with the preparation of biweekly payroll reports for management review.
- Maintained accurate records of payroll transactions and employee information in the HRIS system.
- Resolved discrepancies between employee wages and tax withholding amounts reported on W-2s.
- Provided support to employees regarding issues related to their paychecks or other payroll matters.
- Monitored changes in applicable laws regarding wages and taxation, keeping abreast of any new developments that may affect current payroll operations.
- Assisted with year-end reporting processes such as W-2 forms and 1099s.
- Developed procedures for processing retroactive wage adjustments due to errors or missed payments.
- Coordinated with external vendors providing services related to payroll processing such as direct deposit setup or third party benefits administration.
- Communicated regularly with internal departments such as Human Resources or Accounting about changes impacting payroll calculations or deductions.
Education
Vocational - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Unitek College
San Jose, CA04-2019
Vocational - Phlebotomy
Kaiser School Of Allied Health And Sciences
Richmond, CA06-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Merritt College
OaklandSkills
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Diabetes management
- Preventative Care
- Catheter Care
- Emergency Response
- Family Communication
- Wound Care
- Health Education
- Medical office administration
- Clinical Documentation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Quality Improvement
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mental Health Support
- Documenting incidents
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient Care
- ADL Assistance
- Medication Dispensing
- [Type] EMR Software
- Caring for wounds
- Direct Patient Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Samples collection
- Breathing Treatments
- Charting and recording
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Patient relationship building
- Caregiving skills
- Patient evaluations
- Writing reports
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Bayview Adult Day Center
10.2024 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Clipboard Health
08.2022 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Medley Medical Staffing Agency
07.2022 - 07.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Alameda Healthcare and Wellness Center
08.2021 - 12.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Comfort Keepers Home Care
07.2020 - 04.2024
Radiology Assistant
San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center
04.2013 - 09.2016
Payroll Coordinator
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
01.2010 - 02.2013
Vocational - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Unitek College
Vocational - Phlebotomy
Kaiser School Of Allied Health And Sciences
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Merritt College
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