Dedicated multifunctional experienced vocational nurse. Adept in delivering exceptional care in high-stress and fast-paced environments. Reliable with strong communication and critical thinking skills.
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
3 Years 1 Month
Kaiser Permanente | 09.2023 - Current
General Surgery
Prepare rooms for examination
Patient intake, vitals, and POE's
Schedule/ Confirm appointments
Answer member inquires
Care for wounds and provide treatments
Work with multidisciplinary team (ie; General Surgery, Oncology, Thoracic, Vascular, Wound Care, Pediatrics)
Provide medical information and education to patient, following established -protocols and guidelines
Prepare patient for upcoming surgeries. Explain pre operative instructions
Performed minor surgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure.
Assist providers with procedures (ie; Anoscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy)
Manage departmental inventory and supply ordering
Work successfully with diverse group of coworkers and accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
Licensed Vocational Nurse
8 Months
Kaiser Permanente | 01.2023 - 09.2023
Flu Clinic/ Covid
Prepare rooms for examination
Patient intake, vitals, and POE's
Schedule/ Confirm appointments
Review charts for labs
Administered Flu vaccines
Answer member inquires
Provide medical information and education to patient, following established -protocols and guidelines
COVID testing : Nasal and Saliva
Throat culture collection
Followed laboratory guidelines and handling biological specimens
Maintain clean and fully operational laboratory equipment
Prepare, processed, and analyzed lab samples
Manage departmental inventory and supply ordering
Work successfully with diverse group of coworkers and accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
Licensed Vocational Nurse
2 Years 5 Months
Prestige Surgical Aftercare | 05.2022 - 10.2024
Post-op care across 12-hour shifts with 1:4 nurse/patient ratio
Consult with physicians/healthcare professionals regarding patient conditions, changes, or abnormalities
Administer medication: PO and IM
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Prepare patients for discharge
Ability to stay calm under pressure and provide proper care in emergencies
Medical Assistant
10 Months
United Healthcare | 07.2021 - 05.2022
Primary care:
Prepare rooms for examinations
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Administer injections
EKG's
Dispense medications
Venipuncture techniques
Routine diagnostic testing: Urinalysis, throat cultures, pregnancy test, and hemoglobin
Schedule appointments,
Input/ update patient information
Dermatology:
Prepare surgical trays
Assist with minor surgical procedures such as MOHS and biopsies
Phlebotomist
4 Years 11 Months
Stem Cyte Inc. | 08.2016 - 07.2021
Approach and educate patients about cord blood and its benefits
Answered questions and concerns about donating cord blood
Obtained patient consent form
Review medical records
Venipuncture techniques
Collect cord blood
Manage sterility in OR and labor rooms
Used personal protective equipment correctly
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between each collection
Medical Assistant
3 Years 6 Months
Emmanuel Medical Corp. | 05.2012 - 11.2015
Prepare rooms for examinations,
vitals,
Obtained client medical history
Administer injections
EKG's,
Dispense medications,
Venipuncture techniques,
Routine testing; urinalysis, and throat cultures,
Assist with minor surgeries
Schedule appointments
Education
Vocational Nurse - Nursing
American Career College | Los Angeles, CA | 02.2022
Phlebotomy Certificate - Phlebotomy
Medical Allied | Santa Fe Springs, CA | 08.2015
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Everest College | Alhambra, CA | 06.2011
High School Diploma
Options For Youth San Gabriel | Pasadena, CA | 06.2008
Skills
HIPAA Protocol
Sterilize Equipment
Patient Medical Histories
Patient Assessments
Work Planning and Coordination
Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Patient and Family Communication
Patient Management
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
09.2023 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
01.2023 - 09.2023Read More
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Prestige Surgical Aftercare
05.2022 - 10.2024Read More
Medical Assistant
United Healthcare
07.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Phlebotomist
Stem Cyte Inc.
08.2016 - 07.2021Read More
Medical Assistant
Emmanuel Medical Corp.
05.2012 - 11.2015Read More
American Career College
Vocational Nurse from Nursing
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Medical Allied
Phlebotomy Certificate from Phlebotomy
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Everest College
Medical Assistant Certificate from Medical Assistant
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