Nestor Laigo
Simi Valley,USA
Summary
Compassionate and patient-focused Registered Nurse with acute care experience in telemetry and behavioral health seeking to make a transition in a specialized role in Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) and weight management. Bringing strong clinical skills in patient assessment, medication administration and phlebotomy in addition to a passion for health, fitness and preventative wellness from over nine years of personal experience in strength training and supplementation. Alongside pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing (AGPCNP) with an intention to specialize in Endocrine Health, I am dedicated to empowering my patients with education, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting sustainable lifestyle changes. Dedicated to providing quality personalized care in a wellness-oriented environment and the mindset of 'Health is Wealth'.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health/Psych RN
Mission Community Hospital
Panorama City, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments such as mental status examinations, risk assessments for suicide, self-harm and violence and to guide the planning of care for the individual.
- Provided direct patient care for people with acute and chronic mental health disorders utilizing therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques for a safe environment.
- Administered and monitored the use of psychotropic medications, evaluating for effectiveness, side effects and adherence, and ensuring safety for patients.
- Collaborated in interdisciplinary teams with psychiatrists, social workers and case managers to coordinate treatment plans and facilitate appropriate discharge planning.
- Led and participated in group therapy sessions and patient education in the areas of coping strategies, medication management and relapse prevention.
Telemetry RN
CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored and interpreted continuous cardiac telemetry for acutely ill patients and identified dysrhythmias and initiated appropriate nursing interventions for patient safety.
- Provided comprehensive and patient-centered care for individuals with cardiac, respiratory and complex medical conditions and used evidence-based practices to optimize outcomes.
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams, such as physicians, respiratory therapists and case managers, in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications such as IV drips, cardiac medications etc. while carefully watching out for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and families about disease processes, medication management and lifestyle changes to enable recovery and prevent subsequent readmissions to the hospital.
Sales Associate
Dynamic Tone
Woodland Hills, CA
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Helped customers in selecting nutritional supplements and health products according to the special needs.
- Making customer education and satisfaction better with desired knowing advice on health, fitness, and wellness topics provided.
- Organized a visually beautiful sales floor with product displays and inventory management.
- Used point of sale systems to perform processed transactions accurately and efficiently.
- In store promotion and event development and implementation to increase customer engagement and sales.
- Contributed to team members’ monthly sales goal accomplishment and overall store performance.
Co-Administrator for Residential Care for the Elderly
Laigo-Zander’s Homecare
Simi Valley, CA
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with hospital staff and families to create customized care plans which met individual needs.
- Monitored and Inspected Staff Processes to remove potential hazards to residents / staff, and ensure continuous compliance with regulations.
- The pharmacy supplies were ordered and I was checking inventory levels.
Caregiver/Reliever
Sunrise Guest Home
Simi Valley, CA
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Solved specific needs to determine most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Planning of healthy meals, purchasing of ingredients and cooking of those meals to supply adequate nutrition for client good health.
- Talked to supervisor, discussed the patient condition, medical care.
- Moved and turned bedbound patients so as to prevent bedsores and to keep patients comfortable in bed.
- Helped clients with daily living needs in order to maintain self-esteem and overall wellness.
Phlebotomy Intern
Ventura County Medical Center
Ventura, CA
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders; alerted nurses or physicians with discrepancies between orders and nursing station logs.
- Follower of physician orders in the correct administration of therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Blood samples that were collected were blood samples that were collected with vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Education
Master of Science - AGPCNP
West Coast University
Orange County, CA04-2028
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA06-2024
Bachelor of Science in Biology - undefined
California State University Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA06-2019
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Clinical Decision-Making
- Venipuncture, Blood Draws & Specimen Collection
- Patient Education & Wellness Coaching
- Therapeutic Communication & Relationship Building
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Compassionate, Patient-Centered Care
- Medication Administration & Injection Therapy
- Health & Wellness Promotion
- Care Coordination & Follow-Up Management
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR)
- Customer Service & Patient Experience
- Motivational Interviewing & Behavior Change Support
Certification
- CA Registered Nurse License #95395753
- ACLS, BLS/CPR, and Fire Safety Certification Services – Hospital Fire and Life Safety.
- 2+ years of clinical experience with patients and knowledge of medical terminology
- Efficient with computer and charting programs such as: Epic, and Oracle
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- Children’s Hunger Funds, Sylmar, CA, 2018, 2021
- Mission’s Trip to Mexico, Garden Church, Chatsworth, CA, 2017, 2018
- Volunteer for Youth Ministry, Harvest Rock Church, Pasadena, CA, 2021, 2022
Timeline
Behavioral Health/Psych RN
Mission Community Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Telemetry RN
CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital
01.2025 - 08.2025
Sales Associate
Dynamic Tone
07.2024 - 01.2025
Co-Administrator for Residential Care for the Elderly
Laigo-Zander’s Homecare
01.2022 - 12.2022
Caregiver/Reliever
Sunrise Guest Home
01.2022 - 01.2022
Phlebotomy Intern
Ventura County Medical Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science in Biology - undefined
California State University Channel Islands
Master of Science - AGPCNP
West Coast University