Penelope Martinez
La Quinta,CA
Summary
Experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse with 20 years in primary care, geriatrics, and public health. Specializes in patient assessment, immunizations, medication administration, and care coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering efficient, high-quality patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Eisenhower Medical Center
Rancho Mirage, USA
12.2022 - Current
- Trained and guided new LVN hires and students as a certified preceptor, enhancing onboarding experience and skill development for LVN new hire and student
- Obtain vital signs and perform patient intake and rooming
- Respond promptly to patient phone calls and electronic messages
- Coordinate internal and external referrals
- Ordered and maintained clinical supplies and medications to ensure seamless patient care
- Processed prescription refills and medication requests, facilitating timely access to necessary treatments
- Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and patient care
LVN
Eisenhower Medical Center Allergy and Immunology Clinic
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Administered allergy immunotherapy injections to provide effective treatment and relief for patients
- Performed specialty skin testing, including Penicillin and environmental allergy testing, to accurately diagnose and manage patient allergies
- Documented patient care using Epic EMR
- Oversaw inventory management and ordering of medications, antigens, and supplies to ensure availability and compliance with patient care needs
LVN II
County of Riverside
Jurupa Valley, USA
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Administered immunizations following physician orders
- Facilitated blood and urine collection to guarantee accurate screening results
- Utilized Epic EMR for comprehensive documentation and patient care
- Reviewed incoming My Chart correspondences to ensure timely patient follow-up
LVN
Loma Linda University Health Veterans Affairs
Palm Desert, USA
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Administered medications and immunizations according to treatment plans to support patient recovery
- Obtained and recorded vital signs to monitor patient health
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate care and enhance treatment outcomes for veterans
- Utilized CPRS and VISTA systems for patient record management
Health Aide
Orange County School of the Arts
Santa Ana, USA
10.2010 - 04.2015
- Administered first aid to students and staff, ensuring timely documentation in Aeries
- Dispensed medications according to medical orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols
- Managed medication records for students and staff, maintaining accuracy and compliance
- Worked closely with school counselors to ensure the mental health of students
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse certificate -
Pacific Coast College
Santa Ana, CA06-1988
Skills
- EPIC charting
- Vital sign assessment
- Referral coordination
- Documentation integrity
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to change
Personal Information
Title: LVN
Timeline
LVN
Eisenhower Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
LVN
Eisenhower Medical Center Allergy and Immunology Clinic
06.2020 - 12.2022
LVN II
County of Riverside
02.2020 - 05.2020
LVN
Loma Linda University Health Veterans Affairs
01.2016 - 01.2020
Health Aide
Orange County School of the Arts
10.2010 - 04.2015
Licensed Vocational Nurse certificate -
Pacific Coast College