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Paul Landa
New Braunfels,TX
Work Preference
Summary
Licensed vocational nurse with proven expertise in delivering high-quality patient care in collaborative environments. Achievements include leading quality improvement initiatives that significantly enhanced patient safety and satisfaction metrics. Skilled in complex medical management, patient education, and clinical documentation to ensure seamless continuity of care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Licensed Vocational Nurse
Team Select Home Care
San Antonio, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Provide one-on-one skilled nursing care to pediatric and adult patients with complex medical needs in the home setting.
- Monitor patient status, vital signs, and treatment effectiveness.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Perform wound care, tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and enteral feeding support.
- Collaborate with families, care managers, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and report significant changes in patient condition.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, NE Annex Outpatient Clinic
Veterans Health Administration
San Antonio, USA
04.2020 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care within the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model.
- Perform patient assessments, medication administration, immunizations, EKGs, intake histories, and clinical procedures.
- Serve on the Advance Root Cause Analysis (ARCA) Team, helping identify system issues and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Provide diabetic education and staff training on diabetic foot examinations and preventive care.
- Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
Urgent Care Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pioneer Medical Group / PIH Health
Santa Fe Springs, USA
01.2005 - 01.2020
- Delivered direct patient care in a high-volume urgent care setting.
- Administered IV therapy, medications, immunizations, and treatments.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and procedures.
- Educated patients regarding treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
- Maintained compliance with clinical protocols and quality standards.
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Saint Joseph Heritage Medical Group
Santa Ana, USA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Led daily clinical operations and coordinated workflow for nursing staff.
- Assisted with onboarding, training, and mentoring of new employees.
- Participated in staffing recommendations, performance evaluations, and operational planning.
- Managed clinical inventory, equipment maintenance, and infection control practices.
- Supported quality improvement and cost-saving initiatives while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.
Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator / Quality Management Coordinator
UnitedHealthcare
Cypress, USA
01.2000 - 01.2018
- Coordinated healthcare services and provider communications for members and healthcare partners.
- Reviewed quality and access metrics to support organizational performance goals.
- Trained new employees and served as liaison between staff and management.
- Analyzed healthcare service data, benefits information, and clinical documentation.
- Assisted with clinical research administration, reporting, scheduling, and regulatory documentation.
Medical Assistant / Shift Supervisor
KPC Medical Group
Cerritos, USA
01.1990 - 01.2000
- Supervised clinic workflow and staff assignments.
- Assisted physicians with podiatric procedures and minor surgeries.
- Managed supply inventory, sterilization procedures, and exam room readiness.
- Performed patient intake, vital signs, casting, wound care, and procedural preparation.
- Trained new staff and supported daily administrative operations.
Hospital Corpsman / Leading Petty Officer / Cardiology Floor Supervisor
United States Navy
San Diego, USA
01.1985 - 01.1989
- Supervised clinical staff and managed departmental operations to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated training, scheduling, and performance management to enhance patient care delivery.
- Maintained compliance with military healthcare standards and operational procedures.
- Supported quality control and inventory management while implementing process improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Capella University
01-2017
Licensed Vocational Nurse Diploma -
American Career College
01-2010
Cardiovascular Technician Diploma -
Pacific College
01-1997
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Southern Regional Occupational Center
01-1989
Hospital Corpsman Training -
United States Navy School of Health Sciences
01-1985
Skills
- Staff training
- HIPAA compliance
- IV therapy
- Wound care
- Basic Respiratory Care
- Home Health Care
- Patient Diabetes Support
- Team Leadership
- Patient education
- Urgent care nursing
- Wound management
- Patient Care Optimization
- Nursing processes
- Electronic health records
- HIPAA compliance
- Staff training
- Team Leadership
- Direct care
- Nursing processes
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- Cardiac technician
- Medical Assistant
- Back Office Supervisor
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certified
Personal Information
Title: LVN
Organizations
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
- Veterans Administration Leadership Program
Timeline
Private Duty Licensed Vocational Nurse
Team Select Home Care
01.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse, NE Annex Outpatient Clinic
Veterans Health Administration
04.2020 - Current
Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse
Saint Joseph Heritage Medical Group
01.2018 - 01.2019
Urgent Care Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pioneer Medical Group / PIH Health
01.2005 - 01.2020
Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator / Quality Management Coordinator
UnitedHealthcare
01.2000 - 01.2018
Medical Assistant / Shift Supervisor
KPC Medical Group
01.1990 - 01.2000
Hospital Corpsman / Leading Petty Officer / Cardiology Floor Supervisor
United States Navy
01.1985 - 01.1989
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Capella University
Licensed Vocational Nurse Diploma -
American Career College
Cardiovascular Technician Diploma -
Pacific College
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Southern Regional Occupational Center
Hospital Corpsman Training -
United States Navy School of Health Sciences