Melissa Anastasia Serna
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care across various age groups and clinical settings. Proven ability to improve clinic workflow through effective communication and teamwork while providing safe, patient-centered care. Aspiring Registered Nurse eager to apply extensive clinical skills and knowledge to elevate patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
CA
10.2022 - Current
- Provide patient care for individuals ranging from 7 weeks to 98 years of age in a clinical setting.
- Obtain and document patient chief complaints, vital signs, and clinical information for providers.
- Administer vaccines under provider direction and assess vaccination needs.
- Assist with in-office procedures including Nexplanon insertion/removal, staple and suture removal, IV insertion, temporary cast placement, wound care, I&D procedures, and skin tag/wart removal.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care and efficient clinic workflow.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Riverside Medical Clinic
CA
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided nursing care for pediatric patients in an outpatient clinical setting.
- Assisted with in-office circumcisions and administered/documented pediatric immunizations.
- Assessed developmental and growth-related patient information.
- Managed office supplies and maintained cleanliness while performing nursing duties.
- Communicated with patients, providers, and staff regarding orders, referrals, and laboratory results.
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius
CA
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Initiated and terminated dialysis treatments, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout process.
- Verified dialysis prescriptions, machine settings, patient vital signs, and assessments.
- Performed cannulation preparation using topical and intradermal anesthetics.
- Educated patients on proper fistula and graft care to promote effective treatment outcomes.
- Conducted chlorine concentration water checks and maintained dialysis equipment safety standards to ensure safe treatment environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO06-2026
Associate Degree - Nursing
United Nursing College
Murrieta, CA05-2026
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA01-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment and education
- Medication and vaccine administration
- IV insertion and wound care
- Dialysis procedures
- Electronic medical documentation
- Team collaboration and organization
- Therapeutic communication
- Time management
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN), LIC# 95462016 EXP:12/31/27
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), LIC#717615, EXP:12/31/26
- Intravenous Therapy & Blood Withdrawal Certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified
Leadership Experience
- American Nurses Association (ANA), Member
- Flu Season Coordinator, Kaiser Permanente
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
10.2022 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Riverside Medical Clinic
11.2021 - 10.2022
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius
10.2017 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
Associate Degree - Nursing
United Nursing College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Pacific College