Shunnetta M. Oda
Riverside,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and the delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN/ Detox Nurse
MFI Recovery
05.2024 - Current
- Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care
- Performed routine and initial nursing evaluations of patient's physical/behavioral health and mental status, to assess history and present needs
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner for over 20 patients, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required
LVN/Detox Nurse
Malibu Behavioral Health Inc
10.2019 - 05.2024
- Observe/assist clients with co-occurring disorders during administration of medications and document responses during (detox, and residential) treatment
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges and appointments
- Accurately document medication orders, and client charts using KIPU EMR software
- Maintain and audit documentation, including medications, orders and charts for accuracy
- Perform daily medication counts and ensure documentation reflects accuracy for all medications
- Monitor patients at frequent intervals to maintain safety during detox process
- Maintain inventory log of necessary supplies, first aid/emergency kits, medication destruction
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required
LVN/Detox Nurse
Hotel California By The Sea
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Observe/assist clients during self-administration of medications per policy/procedure and document responses during (detox, and residential) treatment in JCAHO accredited 6 bed residential facilities
- Accurately maintain QA and document medication orders, and client charts using KIPU EMR software
- Audit and maintain accuracy of client charts to include CIWA, COWS, vital signs, and nursing progress notes
- Logging of clients medication to safely ensure medications are in designated locations and stored/disposed of properly
- Measure and record clients vital signs, including height, weight, CIWA/COWS and complete intake nursing assessments for new and readmit clients
- Assist Clients with BAC monitoring, Urine drug screens, administer PPDs/ injections as needed
- Perform proper medication count and ensure documentation reflects the controlled medication count log at all times per facility and state protocol
- Monitored clients at frequent intervals designated per state and facility protocol to maintain safety during detox process
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required
LVN/Caregiver
Private Duty In-Home Health Care
07.2014 - 10.2017
- In home care provided to 32 year old quadriplegic
- Assist with showering, bowel and bladder care including urinary straight catheterizations and digital stimulation
- Monitored frequently for signs of skin breakdown to prevent pressure sore formation, Wound care as needed
- Active and passive range of motion to upper and lower extremities
- Use of Durable Medical Equipment including Tens unit for pain management and electronic nerve stimulators for both hands and forearms
- Preparation of light meals and upkeep of patients area and laundry to maintain clean environment
- Psychosocial interaction provided and patient monitored for signs and symptoms of depression related to physical condition
- Patient and family teaching regarding condition, and overall health maintenance
LVN/Field Nurse/Homehealth
Maxim Healthcare and Staffing Solutions
04.2008 - 07.2014
- Nursing care provided to pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
- Provided ADL assistance, oral, enteral injectable medication administration
- Urinary catheterizations, bowel and bladder care
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
- Assessment of respiratory function and distress in patients requiring respiratory assistance
- Including ventilators and apnea monitors
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times including end of life
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health
LVN/Charge Nurse
Apple Valley Christian Care Center
08.2006 - 04.2008
- Cared for 30-60 patients at long-term/skilled nursing and rehab center
- Direct care of patients post cardiac and various orthopedic surgeries, chronic respiratory ailments, CVAs, and other medical or surgical conditions
- Supportive care to hospice patients and their families during palliative treatments and end of life care
- Transcription and implementation of verbal and telephone physician's orders
- Nursing assessments, vitals monitoring, specimen collection, medication administration, enteral therapy, respiratory therapy, and wound care experience
- Team and leadership abilities, training and supervision of 2 to 5 CNAs during a shift
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients' conditions
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Education
Certificate of completion in Vocational Nursing and License: Nursing -
St. Francis Medical Center-Career College
Lynwood, CAPre-Nursing RN: Nursing -
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CASkills
- LVN/LPN
- Certified in CPR/AED/First Aid
- Mental/Behavioral Health Nursing
- Detox/Chemical Dependency
- Home Health/Private Duty
- Elderly/Dementia Care
- Physical Assessment/Patient care
- Wound Care
- Order transcription
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication Administration
- EMR / EHR Clinical Documentation
Certification
- LVN/LPN-CA
- BLS CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Healthcare Provider
Timeline
LVN/ Detox Nurse
MFI Recovery
05.2024 - Current
LVN/Detox Nurse
Malibu Behavioral Health Inc
10.2019 - 05.2024
LVN/Detox Nurse
Hotel California By The Sea
10.2017 - 10.2019
LVN/Caregiver
Private Duty In-Home Health Care
07.2014 - 10.2017
LVN/Field Nurse/Homehealth
Maxim Healthcare and Staffing Solutions
04.2008 - 07.2014
LVN/Charge Nurse
Apple Valley Christian Care Center
08.2006 - 04.2008
Certificate of completion in Vocational Nursing and License: Nursing -
St. Francis Medical Center-Career College
Pre-Nursing RN: Nursing -
Cerritos College
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