Paula Schmidt
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Dedicated LVN with expertise in vital signs monitoring, HIPAA compliance, and compassionate patient care. Committed to improving health outcomes through effective collaboration and continuous learning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Nursefinders
El Cajon, CA
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement treatment protocols and improve patient care quality.
- Educated patients and families on medication management, health conditions, and preventative measures.
LVN Floor Nurse
MinuteClinic
El Cajon, CA
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Provided support during medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout processes.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on nursing practices and compliance standards.
- Participated in shift handoffs, effectively communicating critical patient information to incoming staff members.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
LVN Floor Nurse
Sharp Senior Health Center
San Diego, CA
08.2008 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
LVN Floor Nurse
Alvarado Hospital
San Diego, CA
06.2000 - 02.2008
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in [Type] environment.
- Utilized [Software] to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
- Applied evidence-based practice principles to deliver accurate and effective nursing interventions, enhancing patient outcomes.
LVN Floor Nurse
Scripps Hospital El Cajon
El Cajon, CA
02.1995 - 06.2000
- Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
San Diego City College
San Diego, CANo Degree - LVN
Maric College
San Diego, CA01-1988
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Catheter care
- Geriatric care
- Health promotion
- Quality improvement
- Behavioral health support
- Preventative care
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy care
- Discharge planning
- Pediatric care
- Direct patient care
- Verbal and written communication
- Clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Immunization administration
- Breathing treatments
- Infection control
- Medication administration
- Medication dispensing
- Patient intake
- Patient evaluations
- Outpatient care
- [State] licensed practical nurse
- Tuberculosis testing
- Samples collection
- Charting and recording
- Counting narcotics
- Caring for wounds
- EKG administration
- Time management
Certification
CA State LVN License Vaccine Certification IV and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Nursefinders
08.2025 - 11.2025
LVN Floor Nurse
MinuteClinic
01.2022 - 08.2024
LVN Floor Nurse
Sharp Senior Health Center
08.2008 - 11.2020
LVN Floor Nurse
Alvarado Hospital
06.2000 - 02.2008
LVN Floor Nurse
Scripps Hospital El Cajon
02.1995 - 06.2000
No Degree - General Studies
San Diego City College
No Degree - LVN
Maric College