Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Nurse
Tandym
12.2023 - Current
Prepare and administer patients' medications per instructions from the psychiatrist
Monitor and support the well being of adult psychiatric patients with diagnoses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and borderline personality disorder.
Conducted ongoing physical and mental assessments
Guided behavioral staff on medical treatment needs and assessments
LPN Nurse
Evolutions Treatment Center
01.2022 - 12.2022
Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms
Complete health assessments on patients regarding drug addiction, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, and other mental health conditions
Completed comprehensive nursing assessment, including: obtaining & monitoring vital signs, drawing blood, urinalysis, performing CIWA-AR & COWS scales, and performing other physical and social assessments as appropriate and necessary
Coordinated and oversaw all aspects of nursing activities for assigned patients, including admission, treatment planning, ongoing case management during treatment stay and discharge planning
Responded to emergency medical situations urgently and performed on the spot emergency assistance.
LPN Nurse
Compass Detox
05.2021 - 01.2022
Performed initial patient intake and assessments, working with physicians to plan, implement, and evaluate plans of care for patients
Conducted urine analysis, breathalyzer, specimen collection, and Covid 19 tests
Administered TB tests and emergency Narcan injections for patients who overdosed
Administered Ativan and Subutex per treatment protocols, monitored patients CIWA and COWS, and provided patient education about detox procedures
Administered scheduled medications and as-needed medications according to the subjective and objective results
Provided support and education to patients who are dealing with addiction issues, including helping clients identify ways can overcome their addictions and stay sober.
LVN Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
09.2019 - 05.2021
Administered prescribed medications/administer G-tube feeding/monitor precautions, noting times and amount on patients' charts
Monitored/assessed seizures and initiated seizure precautions
Administered oxygen when necessary
Used VNS (Vagus Nerve Stimulation) therapy to assist with controlling seizure activity
Provided nursing care within scope of practice to a toddler with severe acid reflux disease with use of suction machine
Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action if needed
Maintained airway patency by performing appropriate tracheostomy care
Provided age-appropriate stimulation for proper growth & development.
LVN Nurse
San Miguel Villa
06.2018 - 09.2019
Administered medications, wound care, and treatments as directed under the supervision of a physician
Assisted with wound care including wound vacuum and wet to dry dressings
Administered oral and GT medications as well as give insulin, IM, and TB injections
Conducted head to toe assessments
Monitored patients to determine signs of distress and changes in conditions and reported immediately
Tracheostomy care
Protected patient confidentiality and promoted patient safety.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing (ADN)
Fortis College - Norfolk
Norfolk, VA
07.2025
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Concord, CA
2017
Community Health Science -
Cal State East Bay
Hayward, CA
05.2015
AA Behavioral Science -
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA
01.2010
Diploma -
Central Valley High
Ceres, CA
06.2008
Skills
Pediatric Nursing
Psychiatric Nursing
Home Healthcare
Geriatric Care
Palliative Care
Tracheostomy Care
Medication administration
Wound dressing and care
Diabetes Management
Injections/ Vaccinations
Certification
California, Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN), Current
Florida, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), 2022
Virginia, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), 2022, Current