Rocio Vickers, RN
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Experienced and compassionate healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care and medical knowledge. Demonstrates exceptional clinical skills and deep understanding of healthcare protocols, particularly in medication administration and patient vital monitoring. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through attentive and empathetic care, consistently providing a personable approach to ensure patient comfort and well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
06.2019 - Current
- Perform nursing care functions, including vital signs monitoring and dressing application
- Clean and irrigate wounds, shave and prepare skin, perform ear washes, NG insertion, and urinary catheter insertion and irrigation
- Reinforce standardized self-care procedures as directed by licensed providers
- Recognize and respond to acute emergency situations following established procedures
- Orient patients to system policies and practices
- Provide appropriate instruction sheets based on provider direction and review them with patients
- Administer medications (excluding IV medications) as ordered by providers and document patients' responses
- Perform tuberculin, coccidioidin, and histoplasmin skin tests if part of a tuberculosis control program
- Perform immunizations based on written protocols
- Assist in preparing treatment rooms for surgical and examination procedures, assist licensed providers during examinations and treatments, and maintain departmental files
- Utilize electronic medical records to efficiently manage patient information and update medical records in a timely manner
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Sharp Rees Stealy
02.2009
- Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc
- Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
- Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
- Maintain patient and specimen information logs
Education
BSN -
San Diego State University
05.2025
RN Nursing Program -
Southwestern College
05.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Concorde Career College
06.2018
Skills
- Mental health care
- Geriatric care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Catheter care
- Compassionate care
- Patient preparation
- Cardiac care
- Documentation accuracy
- Treatment plan implementation
- Medication and IV administration
- HIPAA guideline adherence
- Patient identification
- Patient education
- Reporting and documentation
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100% Patient satisfaction through effectively helping with patient care in acute ill patients.
Certification
- NIHSS, National Institutes of Health Stroke Score
- PALS, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified
- ALCS, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certified
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Patient care Award 2024
I am A two-year recipient of the highest patient satisfaction award, Patients rated.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
06.2019 - Current
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Sharp Rees Stealy
02.2009
RN Nursing Program -
Southwestern College
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Concorde Career College
BSN -
San Diego State University
Similar Profiles
Sandra FriasSandra Frias
Obstetrics and Gynecology Registered Nurse at Sharp Chula Vista Medical CenterObstetrics and Gynecology Registered Nurse at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
JOSE DE LA TORREJOSE DE LA TORRE
NA at Sharp Chula Vista Medical CenterNA at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
Michelle FontanillaMichelle Fontanilla
Registered Nurse at Sharp Chula Vista Medical CenterRegistered Nurse at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
Estrella GarnicaEstrella Garnica
Customer Information Representative at Sharp Chula Vista Medical CenterCustomer Information Representative at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
Ana Sofia LeonardAna Sofia Leonard
Social Media Marketing Director at Double Deuce & Whiskey GirlSocial Media Marketing Director at Double Deuce & Whiskey Girl