Pamela Ho
Chino Hills,CA
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead LVN
Canyon Ridge Hospital
Chino, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
- Served as an advocate for individualized patient care by coordinating resources within facility limits while promoting cost effective solutions whenever possible.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
LVN
Whiteside Manor
Riverside, CA
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Participated in continuing education programs and professional workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
LVN – Field Nurse
Keno Home Health Agency
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions; instruct patient in various self-administered treatments or procedures; obtain specimens; assure correct culture collection.
- Wound Care, G-tube care, Tracheostomy care, Foley Catheter care, nutritional care.
- Implemented nursing care plans initiated by RN and medical provider and identified needs to other disciplinary teams and supervisors in timely manner.
- Documented on EHR system within 24 hours of home visit completed.
- Provided patient and family education on disease processes, medications, and other duties necessary for patient care.
- Discharge planning for patients and family members.
- Trained new LVN field nurses.
LVN Nurse Care Manager
MFI Recovery Inc
Riverside, CA
11.2015 - 10.2020
- Responsible for Admissions, Discharges, and Assessments.
- Collected health history, substance abuse history, and vital signs by interviewing the patient and/or relative.
- Provided patient and family education on medications and doctors’ orders.
- Trained new staff on standard medical protocols and procedures.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
LVN/Residential Counselor
The Canyon at Peace Park, Kanan Dume
Malibu, CA
09.2013 - 04.2017
- Conducts psycho-educational groups.
- Responsible for appropriately charting significant events that occur regarding client treatment.
- Provide patient and family education on medications and doctors’ orders.
- Safely administer prescribed medications to patients.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- General knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing and spreadsheets (MS Word, Excel).
LVN Field Nurse
24 Seven Home Health
Pomona, CA
06.2014 - 01.2016
- Notified physicians and other personnel of changes in patients' conditions.
- Educated patients and family members about disease facts, medications and home care instructions.
- Provided attentive healthcare to sick, disabled and injured patients.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
LVN
LVN, Michael’s House Rehabilitation Center
Palm Springs, CA
02.2013 - 06.2014
- Perform physical assessments and aide patients during chemical withdrawal stages.
- Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of seizures, depression, anxiety, and provide patient care.
- Provide patient and family education on medications and doctors’ orders.
- Safely administer prescribed medications to patients.
Education
Summit Career College
06.2012
Associates Degree - General Education
San Bernardino Valley College
06.2010
Skills
- Samples collection
- Patient triaging
- Healthcare platforms
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Educating families
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Caring for wounds
- Assisting physicians
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Staff direction and task delegation
Additional Information
- California Licensed Vocational Nurse
- AHA Current Basic Life Support, ACLS, and PALS certified Current
Timeline
Lead LVN
Canyon Ridge Hospital
10.2021 - Current
LVN
Whiteside Manor
10.2020 - 10.2021
LVN – Field Nurse
Keno Home Health Agency
08.2019 - 06.2021
LVN Nurse Care Manager
MFI Recovery Inc
11.2015 - 10.2020
LVN Field Nurse
24 Seven Home Health
06.2014 - 01.2016
LVN/Residential Counselor
The Canyon at Peace Park, Kanan Dume
09.2013 - 04.2017
LVN
LVN, Michael’s House Rehabilitation Center
02.2013 - 06.2014
Summit Career College
Associates Degree - General Education
San Bernardino Valley College
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