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Merci Burney

Rancho Cucamonga,CA

Summary

Oversaw detoxification care as a licensed vocational nurse in medically supervised residential and outpatient facilities. Implemented CIWA-AR and COWS monitoring protocols to optimize patient outcomes. Administered IV therapy and medications while upholding regulatory compliance. Enrolled in Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program to elevate clinical leadership within acute and behavioral health sectors.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Detox LVN

Social Model Recovery Systems, Inc.
11.2023 - Current
  • Provide shift leadership in residential inpatient detox program. Conduct admission assessments and withdrawal monitoring (CIWA-Ar/COWS). Administer scheduled and PRN medications, monitor for complications, respond to medical emergencies, maintain controlled substance accountability, and ensure audit-ready EHR documentation.

Pediatric LVN

AltaMed Health Services
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Administered medications and treatments in high-volume outpatient setting. Performed assessments, monitored patient conditions, and provided patient and family education while maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation.

LVN

Public Health Services, County of San Bernardino
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Administered vaccinations and conducted clinical screenings in compliance with CDC guidelines while maintaining infection control standards.

LVN

Medical-Surgical Unit (Per Diem Assignments)
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Delivered bedside care to adult inpatient Med-Surg patients. Administered oral, IM, subcutaneous, and IV medications. Performed sterile wound care, Foley catheter insertion and removal, IV therapy assistance, and monitored post-operative and medically complex patients for changes in condition. Maintained infection control and accurate EHR documentation.

LVN Team Lead

CHAP Healthcare
12.2017 - 01.2019
  • Supervised nursing workflow, managed medication inventory, ensured documentation compliance, and coordinated patient education and referrals.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Licensed Vocational Nursing Diploma - Vocational Nursing

American Career College
Ontario, CA
08.2014

Skills

Medication administration

HIPAA compliance

Executed detoxification protocols to enhance overall health and wellness

Certification

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse – California
  • IV Certification
  • ACLS
  • BLS/CPR

Timeline

Lead Detox LVN

Social Model Recovery Systems, Inc.
11.2023 - Current

Pediatric LVN

AltaMed Health Services
01.2022 - 09.2023

LVN

Public Health Services, County of San Bernardino
06.2021 - 01.2022

LVN

Medical-Surgical Unit (Per Diem Assignments)
01.2019 - 01.2021

LVN Team Lead

CHAP Healthcare
12.2017 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Licensed Vocational Nursing Diploma - Vocational Nursing

American Career College
Merci Burney