SIERRA MARTINEZ
Tehachapi,CA
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis, and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains a positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN
Kern Valley Health Care District
Mountain Mesa, CA
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis and blood draws.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Assessed patient needs for additional services such as social work or home health aides.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses and specialists in order to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
LVN
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
Ridgecrest, CA
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis and blood draws.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing compassionate support for both patients and their families during this challenging time period.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LVN
Alderbrook Health
Lancaster, CA
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors, and case managers.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by the facility and supervisor.
LVN
Modoc Medical Center
Alturas, CA
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Direct the day-to-day activities of the nursing assistants.
- Communicate changes in patient clinical condition with physician, nursing supervisor, and family.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis and blood draws.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses and specialists in order to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications when necessary under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LVN
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
Ridgecrest, California
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors, and case managers.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by the facility and supervisor.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis and blood draws.
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
LVN
United Care Facilities
Lancaster, CA
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors, and case managers.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by the facility and supervisor.
LVN
Pathways
Ridgecrest, CA
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
- Accurately documented all observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining the continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
- Verified patient health history and contact information for chart accuracy.
- Scheduled and coordinated patient follow-up appointments.
- Handled inbound and outbound calls to verify patient appointments.
LVN
San Marino In The Desert
Lancaster, CA
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by the facility and supervisor.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics, and observations about behaviors or responses.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors, and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA10-2024
General Education -
Cerro Coso Community College
12.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse certificate -
High Desert Medical College
12.2017
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Responsible and dependable
- Nursing staff supervision
- Medication Administration
- Wound care
- Care planning and modifications
- Ventilator and tracheostomy care
- Emergency Response
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infectious disease control
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse #696091
- IV Therapy and blood withdrawal BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LVN
Kern Valley Health Care District
04.2024 - 07.2024
LVN
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
LVN
Alderbrook Health
11.2022 - 04.2023
LVN
Modoc Medical Center
04.2022 - 07.2022
LVN
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
12.2021 - 04.2022
LVN
United Care Facilities
10.2019 - 02.2022
LVN
Pathways
07.2018 - 10.2019
LVN
San Marino In The Desert
02.2018 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
General Education -
Cerro Coso Community College
Licensed Vocational Nurse certificate -
High Desert Medical College
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