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Patricia Becerra, RN BSN

Compton,CA

Summary

A highly knowledgeable and compassionate medical professional with diverse health care experience.

I am seeking a registered nurse position to utilize my skills and proficiency in a renowned health organization.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN, Outpatient Clinic

Nursefinders (Kaiser Permanente)
Downey, CA
01.2020 - 04.2023
  • Conducted regular blood pressure checks, 24-hour and 20-minute blood pressure monitoring, and assisted with patient care follow-ups by communicating with doctors and pharmacists daily.
  • Administered various injections including TDAP, Hepatitis A, B, and C, Shingles, Varicella shots, and performed pregnancy tests and TB screenings.
  • Worked with patients from diverse backgrounds, with 75% of patients being Spanish-speaking. Frequently chosen for Spanish-speaking patients due to fluency, ensuring effective communication and quality care.
  • Performed EKGs and assisted with patient screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic, including working in a drive-thru setting to screen for COVID symptoms.
  • Administered COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up care.
  • Experienced in Epic charting, ensuring accurate and efficient patient records.

LVN (Acute Care Experience)

Veterans Hospital
Long Beach, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Provided specialized care to spinal cord injury (SCI) patients, focusing on improving quality of life and supporting medical needs.
  • Inserted and administered various types of catheters, including Foley, external, suprapubic, and intermittent catheters, ensuring comfort and proper placement.
  • Administered medications both orally (PO) and via Gastric (G) tubes, ensuring proper dosage and patient safety.
  • Assisted in the management of bowel care by administering enemas and performing digital/manual fecal impaction removal.
  • Performed electrocardiograms (EKG) to monitor and assess patients' cardiac health.
  • Collected biological samples and performed routine lab tests to assist in diagnosing and monitoring patient conditions.
  • Provided comprehensive pre- and post-operative nursing care, ensuring smooth transitions and patient recovery.
  • Administered general nursing care, including regular recording of vital signs (temperature, blood pressure), wound dressing, and MRSA testing.
  • Led efforts to improve patient care practices, including the development and implementation of updated documentation and care protocols.
  • Responded promptly to patient calls, identified issues, and provided assistance according to established facility guidelines and under the supervision of the healthcare team.

LVN (Treatment Nurse)

Country Village Care
Long Beach, CA
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Provided comprehensive patient care, including the collection of vital signs, dressing wounds, and managing various types of catheters.
  • Collaborated with the [Treatment doctor] to evaluate intervention outcomes, adjusting care plans as needed to optimize patient recovery and well-being.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and fluid samples for laboratory tests to aid in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
  • Monitored and enforced infection control protocols to maintain facility-wide health and safety standards.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions, and promptly reported concerns such as adverse reactions or complications to supervising healthcare providers.
  • Administered medications and regularly monitored blood glucose levels in diabetic patients, administering insulin as per care plans.
  • Managed communication with the pharmacy, ensuring timely refills and ordering new medications as required.
  • Administered gastric feedings and medications through G-tubes, ensuring proper technique and patient safety.
  • Conducted wound care, including dressing changes for all stages of wounds, and applied prescribed ointments and medications per doctor’s orders.
  • Led initiatives to improve patient care and documentation methods, achieving quality objectives and enhancing overall care efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - RN, BSN

Nightingale College
Utah, Salt Lake City
12-2024

Skills

  • Epic charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient communication
  • Tuberculosis testing
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Verbal and written communication
  • California licensed vocational nurse
  • Immunization administration
  • Wound care
  • Catheter care
  • Feeding tube assistance
  • Tracheostomy care

Timeline

LVN, Outpatient Clinic

Nursefinders (Kaiser Permanente)
01.2020 - 04.2023

LVN (Acute Care Experience)

Veterans Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2020

LVN (Treatment Nurse)

Country Village Care
01.2015 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - RN, BSN

Nightingale College

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