Narah Lee
Valencia,CA
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with a strong background in inpatient behavioral health, long-term care, and acute care clinical settings. Currently practicing at a high-acuity county medical center with expertise in medication administration, patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Demonstrated ability to provide one-on-one patient care across diverse populations, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. Skilled in infection control, wound care, triage support, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a commitment to patient safety, dignity, and high-quality care. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, County of Los Angeles
Sylmar, CA
11.2021 - Current
- Administer oral and injectable medications in accordance with provider orders, unit protocols, and patient safety standards in an inpatient behavioral health setting.
- Perform comprehensive and focused patient assessments, including physical condition, mental status, behavioral presentation, and functional abilities.
- Monitor, document, and trend vital signs, intake and output, and patient responses to treatment; promptly report significant changes to the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Utilize therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive milieu.
- Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans in collaboration with RNs, physicians, social workers, and ancillary staff.
- Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, hygiene, and basic nursing care while promoting dignity and independence.
- Provide patient and family education regarding medications, treatment plans, and health management.
- Ensure compliance with infection control practices, safety precautions, and regulatory standards.
- Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR).
Licensed Vocational Nurse, COVID-19 Swab Tester
Vital Nurse Services
Burbank, CA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Performed COVID-19 nasal swab testing for students and staff in a school district setting following public health and infection control guidelines.
- Maintained strict adherence to PPE use, specimen handling, labeling, and transport protocols to ensure accuracy and safety.
- Provided clear instructions and reassurance to pediatric and adult populations to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation during testing.
- Accurately documented testing information while maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and district policies.
- Assisted with workflow organization to support high-volume testing operations.
LVN Student Nurse
Kei Ai Los Angeles Healthcare Center
Los Angeles, CA
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Provided compassionate one-on-one patient care in a long-term care environment.
- Performed bedside nursing care including ADLs, mobility assistance, and safety monitoring.
- Assisted with medication administration following established protocols.
- Performed wound care and monitored healing progress.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care and clinical observations.
LVN Student Nurse
Martin Luther King Jr. Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Rotated through multiple departments including ENT, diabetes clinic, orthopedics, and urgent care.
- Gained experience in a fast-paced urgent care setting supporting patient flow and clinical operations.
- Participated in patient triage activities including vital signs collection and symptom assessment under supervision.
- Assisted with patient discharge processes, reinforcing instructions and follow-up care.
- Demonstrated strong therapeutic communication through extensive one-on-one patient interaction.
LVN Student Nurse
California Healthcare & Rehabilitation
Van Nuys, CA
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered individualized one-on-one patient care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment.
- Performed bedside care including repositioning, fall prevention, and hygiene support.
- Assisted with medication administration and monitored patients for therapeutic response.
- Provided wound treatment and supported skin breakdown prevention.
- Completed timely and accurate charting in compliance with documentation standards.
LVN Student Nurse
Pasadena Park Healthcare Center
Pasadena, CA
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided one-on-one patient care under RN/LVN supervision in a long-term care setting.
- Performed bedside nursing care including ADLs, mobility assistance, and patient comfort measures.
- Assisted with medication administration in accordance with facility policies and scope of practice.
- Performed wound care and monitored skin integrity, reporting changes to supervising nurses.
- Documented patient care, observations, and interventions accurately in patient charts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA01-2027
Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Glendale Career College
Glendale10-2020
Skills
- Oral and injectable medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring and patient assessment
- One-on-one patient care
- Wound care and skin integrity monitoring
- Activities of daily living (ADLs) support
- Infection control and standard precautions
- Patient safety and fall prevention
- Therapeutic communication
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Mental status observation
- Patient and family education
- Patient triage support
- Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Time management and prioritization
- PPE use and specimen handling (COVID-19 testing)
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
Certification
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (Expire June '27)
- Intravenous Therapy/Blood Withdrawal - American Heart Association
- Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) - National Council for Mental Wellbeing (Effective: July 20, 2025 | Expires: July 2028)
- AVADE® Training (Assaultive Behavior / Violence Prevention) – Annual Recertification
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, County of Los Angeles
11.2021 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse, COVID-19 Swab Tester
Vital Nurse Services
08.2021 - 11.2021
LVN Student Nurse
Kei Ai Los Angeles Healthcare Center
06.2020 - 08.2020
LVN Student Nurse
Martin Luther King Jr. Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2020
LVN Student Nurse
California Healthcare & Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 01.2020
LVN Student Nurse
Pasadena Park Healthcare Center
08.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Glendale Career College