Personable and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse, with strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and fostering positive outcomes. Demonstrates solid understanding of medical protocols and possesses proficiency in patient assessment and care coordination. Capable of making meaningful impact in healthcare settings through dedication and attention to detail.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Vista Post Acute
08.2024 - Current
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
Mental Health Security Specialist
Marin Health Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
Maintain and display good public working relation skills when interacting with emergency department
Restrain patients as needed for safety
Respond to incidents such as: emergency codes, fire, medical emergencies, bomb threat, flooding, elevator emergency, hazardous material event and other events
Anticipated the patient's needs, took proactive steps to meet those needs by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved
Maintain control in difficult situations
Assist with demanding, distraught, or unreasonable patients and visitors
Process oriented with high attention to detail, and triage a problem quickly providing clear information while working under minimum supervision
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients, ensuring optimal care.
Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular security checks and maintaining a secure environment within the mental health facility.
Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in mental health security and patient care.
Student Vocational Nurse – Clinical Rotations
Unitek College
02.2023 - 02.2024
Monitored and recorded patient vital signs and any changes related to their overall health
Shadowed nurses and assisted with minor and major treatments
Delivered care and support services to patients, nursing unit, and professional staff
Administered prescribed oral medication under supervision of a licensed nurse
Assisted in seizure precautions, inserted catheters, and aided in feedings
Team Lead, communicated with nursing staff to coordinate daily tasks and delegate assignments to clinical group
Practiced giving report, documentation and operating medical cart
Provide emotional support to patients and family members
Delivered support with activities of daily living including, mobility, feeding, toileting, and dressing
Education
Vocational Nursing Diploma -
Unitek College
Hayward, CA
02.2024
Skills
Health and Patient Care
Injections and Immunizations
Nutritional Support
Foley Catheter Care
Vital signs monitoring
Supervisory and Monitoring Skills
Medical Documentation
Medication Administration
Certification
Licensed Vocational Nurse, California
CPR and BLS Certified, American Heart Association, 03/25