Highly-motivated registered nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Healthbridge Children's Hospitals
Orange
07.2024 - Current
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
LVN Floor Nurse
Healthbridge Children's Hospitals
Orange, CA
11.2023 - 07.2024
Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Responded quickly to life threatening situations using appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
LVN Program Guide
Compass Behavioral Health
Tustin, CA
03.2023 - 05.2024
Conduct a Nursing Assessment at admission
Provide first aid and nursing care as needed, manage health emergencies
Supervise and ensure the safety of all residents in care
Ensure needs and services for each resident are being implemented as coordinated with the treatment team
Work closely with psychiatrist weekly on medication changes and refill needs
Reports changes in residents' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment and taking any necessary action
LVN Floor Nurse
Corona Regional Hospital
Corona, CA
04.2022 - 02.2023
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to acute care patients.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LVN
Platinum Healthcare Staffing
Irvine, CA
09.2021 - 03.2022
Educated public regarding community health resources in correctional facilities, community centers and churches.
Distributed COVID-19 FAQ and educational material with daily status updates to increase awareness.
Prepared, processed and analyzed lab samples.
Sanitized work area and sterilized equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.
Collected and prepared nasal-pharyngeal samples for PCR testing of COVID-19 in accordance with standard methods and processes.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LVN Charge Nurse
New Orange Hills
Orange, CA
04.2021 - 09.2021
Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
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.
Home Health Field Nurse
Green Meadows Home Healthcare
Tustin, CA
06.2020 - 04.2021
Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
LVN
MemorialCare Medical
Fountain Valley, CA
09.2020 - 02.2021
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Instructed patients and family members on medication and treatment instructions to promote adherence to guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CNI College
Orange, CA
06.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Stanbridge College
Irvine, CA
03-2020
Skills
Work Planning and Coordination
IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Adaptable and Flexible
Responsible and Dependable
Time Management
HIPAA Compliance
Client education and instruction
Medication Administration
Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Sterilization and Sanitation
Additional Information
CALIFORNIA BOARD OF VOCATIONAL NURSING & PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIANS
BOARD OF REGISTERED NURSING
Certification
American Heart Association BLS Provider
American Heart Association ACLS Provider
American Heart Association PALS Provider
Allied Nursing Continuing Education IV Therapy/Blood Withdrawal
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Healthbridge Children's Hospitals
07.2024 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Healthbridge Children's Hospitals
11.2023 - 07.2024
LVN Program Guide
Compass Behavioral Health
03.2023 - 05.2024
LVN Floor Nurse
Corona Regional Hospital
04.2022 - 02.2023
LVN
Platinum Healthcare Staffing
09.2021 - 03.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
New Orange Hills
04.2021 - 09.2021
LVN
MemorialCare Medical
09.2020 - 02.2021
Home Health Field Nurse
Green Meadows Home Healthcare
06.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CNI College
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Vocational Nursing