Patricia Mendoza
Registered Nurse
Port Hueneme,CA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated nurse with over twenty years of healthcare experience in a variety of medical settings. Strong knowledge of medicine, pharmacology and standards of care in the hospital or private practice setting. Caring and reliable with a reputation for building a great rapport between medical providers and patients. Easily adept in working as a collaborative team member to ensure that patients receive the highest level of care possible.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
09.2021 - Current
- Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
- Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols.
- Maintain equipment and supplies.
- Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair.
- Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by Infection Control Manual.
- Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed.
- Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures following established protocols.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as directed.
- Follow standard infection control procedure.
- Monitor patient vital signs.
- Monitor patients for bleeding.
- Perform surgical preps.
- Prepare and position patients for procedures.
- Prepare patients for physical examinations.
- Provide therapeutic care as ordered by physician.
- Rinse and clean instruments and equipment.
- Sterilize instruments and equipment.
- Arrange for equipment repair and maintenance.
- Maintain clean work area.
- Complete laboratory, radiology requisitions and specialized test forms.
- Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results.
- Answer member inquires.
- Observe patient condition for reactions during and after procedures.
- Remove sutures following established protocols.
- Take and record patient vital signs, height, weight, etc.
- Obtain specimens from patients (urine, stool, etc.).
- Perform venipuncture and finger sticks to obtain blood samples.
- Prepare specimens and specimens for lab analysis.
- Perform urine tests (tablet or dipstick.)
- Perform vision screening using Snellen chart.
- Perform routine diagnostic tests, following established protocols.
- Assists physician in obtaining tissue specimens and biopsies.
- Restrain or support patients during procedures.
- Perform EKGs (electrocardiograms.
- Administer topical or aerosol medication as ordered.
- Administer medications as prescribed, within scope of practice.
- Transportation: Transport patients to/from designated areas.
- Route specimens to laboratory.
- Transport laboratory specimens, medical records, laboratory supplies and materials.
- Scheduling appointments.
- Initiate follow up appointments with patients.
- Check in patients/members.
- Prepare outgoing mail
- Provide patient information to family members, following patient confidentiality guidelines.
- Record and send Faxs.
- Screen patient calls and take messages for providers.
- Maintain department logs.
- Maintain and update user manuals.
- Monitor and maintain protocol manuals.
- Respond to requests for information.
- Order medical supplies and equipment.
- Adjust work schedules and/or reassign personnel as directed.
- Serve as resource to coworkers by answering procedure questions and assisting in problem solving.
- Participate in special projects and studies.
- Demonstrate safety procedures
- Function as team leader.
- Participate in department meetings.
- Train and orient new staff to equipment, general duties and procedures, following established protocols.
- Maintain proficiency in clinical skills.
- Answer call lights.
- Answer telephones and take messages.
- Call in telephone prescriptions, following established protocols.
- Assume other activities and responsibilities as directed.
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
10.2016 - 09.2021
- Performs routine patient care functions as prescribed by licensed health care providers following established clinical protocols, policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities.
- Assists assigned physician(s) and/or other health care professional(s).
- Performs routine clerical functions as assigned (i.e. making appointments, chart management, telephone calls, etc).
- Prepares and administers medications as directed by physician orders.
- Assists medical personnel w/ procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
- Applied principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by Infection Control Manual.
- Establishes and maintains systems for patient test results and follow-up.
- Provides basic information and assistance to patients under direction of licensed personnel.
- Documents pertinent patient information, nursing procedures and patient responses, following established guidelines and maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Establish and maintained courteous and cooperative relations w/ members, staff and co-workers.
- Vital signs
- EKG
- Urine dipstick
- Bladder scans
- Perform other duties as directed.
Medical Assistant
Ventura County Medical Center
10.2006 - 10.2016
- Performs routine patient care functions as prescribed by licensed health care providers following established clinical protocols, policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities.
- Assists assigned physician(s) and/or other health care professional(s).
- Performs routine clerical functions as assigned (i.e. making appointments, chart management, telephone calls, etc).
- Prepares and administers medications as directed by physician orders.
- Assists medical personnel w/ procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
- Applied principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by Infection Control Manual.
- Establishes and maintains systems for patient test results and follow-up.
- Provides basic information and assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel.
- Documents pertinent patient information, nursing procedures and patient responses, following established guidelines and maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Establish and maintained courteous and cooperative relations w/ members, staff and co-workers.
- Vital signs
- EKG
- Perform other duties as directed.
RN Supervisor
Oxnard Manor Healthcare Center
Oxnard, CA
2024.06 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
California Career College
Canoga Park, CA12.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Marian Career College
Van Nuys, CA05.2021
Medical Assistant -
Technology And Development Center
Ventura, CA12.2003
Skills
- Record management
- Patient advocacy
- Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Teamwork Skills
- Knowledgeable in Medical Terminology & Procedures
- Sample collection
- Time management
- Prioritization of patient care
- Drug administration
- Oncology/ Hematology Experience
- Ob/Gyn Experience
- Orthopedic Experience
- Internal Medicine & Pediatric Experience
Certification
Registered Nurse (ADN RN)
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Medical Assistant (MAIII)
Phlebotomy
IV Certified
Advanced Life Support (ALS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Fire Safety
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Oxnard Manor Healthcare Center
2024.06 - Current
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
09.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
10.2016 - 09.2021
Medical Assistant
Ventura County Medical Center
10.2006 - 10.2016
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
California Career College
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Marian Career College
Medical Assistant -
Technology And Development Center
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