Rita Ortiz
Rialto,CA
Summary
Passionate LVN seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing skills and talents. Compassionate in work ethics, willing to learn and adapt to deliver exceptional care to each individual patient. Team player with strong organizational skills, time management, multitasking and companionate nature. Skills and background work including Medical/Surgical, Ambulatory Surgical, Clinical Care, Respiratory/Ventilator Care, Post-Operative Care, Invasive and Non-Invasive Procedures, Geriatric and Rehabilitation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Certification
- License Vocational Nurse- California BVNPT with IV Therapy and Blood Certified #715171 Exp. 12/2026
- License Practical Nurse- Nevada NSBN
#855113 Exp. 11/2025
- LVN: Ventilator Management and Tracheostomy Proficiency, #715171, Exp. 7/2025
- BLS (Basic Life Support) American Heart Association CPR and First Aid, No. 245414090322, Exp. 11/2025
- ACLS No. 235403804451, Exp. 3/2025
- Sure Fire Hospital Fire and Safety- Ca., Exp. 11/2026
Skills
- Strong verbal communication/critical thinking skills
- IV certified/Phlebotomy skills
- Administering medications
- Maintain records and computerized files
- Post-surgical care
- Ventilator and Tracheotomy Certified
- Admitting and Discharge
- Time management
- Organization Skills
- Urine Sample Collection
- Urodynamic Testing
- Urinary Diversion
- Catheter Care
- Bladder Installations
- PTNS Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
Education
Nursing - License Vocational Nurse -
American Career College
Ontario, CA10.2020
Nursing/Wound care - Wound Care Certified -
SNF Wound Care
Los Angeles, CA12.2020
Medical Insurance Billing - Medical Billing and Coding -
Riverside Adult School
Riverside, CA07.2018
Phlebotomy - Licensed Phlebotomy Tech -
US Colleges - Riverside
Riverside, CA07.2019
Nursing - Certified Nurse Assistant -
Summit Career College Colton
San Bernardino, CA03.2019
Work History
LVN Telemetry Nurse
Montclair Hospital Medical Center
Montclair, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Monitor patients on telemetry monitors. Attach electrode to patient to collect EKG data
- Collaborate, coordinate, and communicate with other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate care.
- Monitor patients vital signs using specialized equipment, such as EKG, and identify any irregular rhythms or readings
- Offer corrective action in the event that symptoms worsens or adverse side effects
- Provide basic bedside care, such as providing emotional support and advocating for patient needs
LVN Oncology Nurse (Travel Temp)
Genesis Healthcare Prostate Cancer Center Oncology
San Diego, CA
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care to patients undergoing various proceudres.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Maintained safe and sterile environment during urologic procedures, minimizing infection risks.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Able to manage 40-60 patients in office/ day and 30 patient calls/ day.
LVN Urology Nurse (Travel Temp)
Genesis Urology Center
Rancho Bernardo, CA
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advancements in urologic nursing practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
LVN Floor Nurse (Travel Contract)
Kindred Hospital San Diego
San Diego, CA
03.2023 - 01.2024
- 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.
LVN Charge Nurse/ Subacute Nurse/ Admissions Nurse
Madison Grove Post Acute (Formally Terracina Post Acute)
Redlands, CA
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Admitting new patients to facility and sub acute floor. Chart prep and medication authorization. Charge nurse on sub-acute station.
- Oversaw average of 12-16 patients per shift.
- Care for patients who were ventilator dependent and tracheostomy patients.
- Collect samples such as blood, urine, or sputum from patients both on ventilators and non-ventilator patients, and perform routine testing such as rapid Covid-19 testing for new admissions and also suspected patients.
LVN Charge Nurse
Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation and Care Center
Redlands, CA
07.2021 - 11.2021
LVN Floor Nurse/ Adolescent Unit
Canyon Ridge Hospital
Chino, CA
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Medication pass. Administration of psychotropic/ psychiatric medications.
- Communication with floor staff and Supervising RN. Q15 checks.
- Admission and discharge preparation. Verifying medication orders. Quality assurance.
- Communication with physicians regarding care. Following unit protocols and safety measures.
- Obtains consents and informing family of resident progress.
LVN Charge Nurse
Bella Vista Healthcare Center
Ontario, CA
12.2020 - 10.2021
Timeline
LVN Telemetry Nurse
Montclair Hospital Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
LVN Urology Nurse (Travel Temp)
Genesis Urology Center
12.2023 - 02.2024
LVN Oncology Nurse (Travel Temp)
Genesis Healthcare Prostate Cancer Center Oncology
10.2023 - 02.2024
LVN Floor Nurse (Travel Contract)
Kindred Hospital San Diego
03.2023 - 01.2024
LVN Charge Nurse/ Subacute Nurse/ Admissions Nurse
Madison Grove Post Acute (Formally Terracina Post Acute)
11.2021 - 05.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation and Care Center
07.2021 - 11.2021
LVN Floor Nurse/ Adolescent Unit
Canyon Ridge Hospital
03.2021 - 06.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Bella Vista Healthcare Center
12.2020 - 10.2021
Phlebotomy - Licensed Phlebotomy Tech -
US Colleges - Riverside
Nursing - Certified Nurse Assistant -
Summit Career College Colton
- License Vocational Nurse- California BVNPT with IV Therapy and Blood Certified #715171 Exp. 12/2026
- License Practical Nurse- Nevada NSBN
#855113 Exp. 11/2025
- LVN: Ventilator Management and Tracheostomy Proficiency, #715171, Exp. 7/2025
- BLS (Basic Life Support) American Heart Association CPR and First Aid, No. 245414090322, Exp. 11/2025
- ACLS No. 235403804451, Exp. 3/2025
- Sure Fire Hospital Fire and Safety- Ca., Exp. 11/2026
Nursing - License Vocational Nurse -
American Career College
Nursing/Wound care - Wound Care Certified -
SNF Wound Care
Medical Insurance Billing - Medical Billing and Coding -
Riverside Adult School
EMR knowledge
- PCC (Point Click Care)
- Allscrpits
- ProTouch
- WellSky
- Epic
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