Nicole Howe
Redding,CA
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience in neuology and urgent car setting, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in infection control and documentation accuracy, fostering trust and safety in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Catalyst Neurology Center
Redding, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to healthcare providers effectively.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Medical Assistant Instructor
Institute of Technolog
Redding, CA
08.2020 - 12.2025
- Designed and executed comprehensive curriculum for medical assistant training programs.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences through simulated clinical environments.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure program relevance and effectiveness.
Certified Medical Assistant Supervisor
Pulse Urgent Care Center
Redding, CA
05.2020 - 06.2020
- Administered patient intake and triage procedures in fast-paced clinical environment.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations, ensuring efficient patient flow.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records using EHR systems for improved data management.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Coordinated scheduling of appointments and follow-ups to optimize clinic operations.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and interpreted results under supervision for timely diagnosis.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline workflows, improving overall service delivery.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety during visits.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Assisted in the development of clinic policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Education
Lisenced Vocational Nurse - Medical
Institute of Technolgy
Redding, CA12-2025
Diploma - Certified Medical Asistant
Institute of Technology
Redding05-2013
Skills
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Compassionate care
- Patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Direct patient care
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
- Documentation accuracy
- Medical examination
- Aseptic techniques
- Care plan development
- Anatomy
- Patient and family communication
- Nursing processes
- Reporting and documentation
- Postoperative care
- HIPAA guideline adherence
- Vital signs
- Patient relationship building
- Wound care
- Medication dispensing
- EMR / EHR
- ADL assistance
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Catalyst Neurology Center
01.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant Instructor
Institute of Technolog
08.2020 - 12.2025
Certified Medical Assistant Supervisor
Pulse Urgent Care Center
05.2020 - 06.2020
Lisenced Vocational Nurse - Medical
Institute of Technolgy
Diploma - Certified Medical Asistant
Institute of Technology