Susana Young
Victorville,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with hands-on experience in oncology infusion, gastroenterology, and psychiatric care settings. Supports safe patient care by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, documenting in the EHR, maintaining sterile technique, collecting specimens, and responding calmly in crises while working closely with RNs and physicians.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN III
Kaiser Permanente
Lancaster, CA
10.2026 - Current
- Assist in providing patient care and performing functions within the scope of the Chemo/Oncology Infusion Department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician.
- Assist with patient care procedures in the Chemo/Oncology Infusion Department. Explain the purpose and process of examinations, tests, and medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines.
- Assess and monitor patient condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition.
- Monitor patient vital signs.
- Document patient information, assessments, and nursing procedures in accordance with established protocols to maintain accurate medical records.
- Support medical personnel during special and minor surgical procedures and diagnostic exams to ensure patient safety and care.
LVN / G.I. TECH
Kaiser Permanente
Ontario, CA
09.2024 - 10.2026
- Prepare examination rooms and select appropriate scopes for colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, and endoscopies.
- Assist RNs in starting IVs and prepping patients for Gastroenterology procedures
- Monitored patients' vital signs and ensured readiness of necessary equipment for procedures.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, obtained tissue specimens, and maintained sterilized supplies to support patient safety.
- Transport patients, assist with repositioning, and gather necessary tools (forceps, snares, cautery).
- Collected and accurately labeled pathology specimens prior to laboratory submission.
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
Fontana, CA
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Administered medications and treatments per providers' orders, monitored and recorded vital signs, supported patient education for self-administered treatments, maintained accurate documentation, and assisted with specimens, wound care, EKGs, vaccinations, and sterile procedurescatheterizations and intravenous catheters, following providers' orders.
- Measured and documented vital signs to ensure patient safety and support clinical decision-making.
- Performed patient care functions like physicals, wound care, ear lavages, EKGs, and administered vaccinations.
- Assisted medical staff with examinations and treatments by efficiently passing instruments and providing patient support.
- Maintained a sterile environment, obtained specimens, and ensured correct culture collection.
- Maintained strict disinfectant protocols to uphold safety standards and prevent infection.
- Instructed patients in self-administered treatments and procedures.
Mobility Technician II
Kaiser Permanente
Ontario, CA
09.2018 - 09.2023
- Repositioned and transferred patients in the Step-Down Unit to minimize tissue injury risk.
- Performed EKG tests and monitored vital signs, documenting findings in EMR for accurate patient records.
- Provided range of motion, aided in ambulation, and reported abnormalities.
- Assisted with daily living activities, feeding, hygiene care, and specimen collection to support patient comfort and health.
- Responded to codes and assisted in emergencies, ensuring equipment readiness to facilitate swift patient care.
- Cared for patients in critical conditions, including those on 5150 psychiatric holds.
- Provided compassionate postmortem care to ensure dignity for deceased patients.
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Murrieta, CA
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted RNs with admission assessments, monitored vital signs, supported post-operative care, collected specimens, and maintained patient hygiene to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Provided nutritional support and assisted with feedings to promote recovery and improve patient well-being.
- Cleaned and sterilized medical equipment, disposed of contaminated supplies, and adhered to infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Demonstrated safe practices, including proper hand-washing and disinfection of medical equipment after each use.
- Conducted thorough bedside reports for assigned patients at the beginning and end of each shift in the Surgery/Orthopedic Department.
Education
AA degree / AS degree -
Barstow Community College
Barstow, CA12-2024
LVN Diploma -
Inland Career Education Center
San Bernardino, CA05-2023
IV Certification -
Southeast California College
San Bernardino, CA04-2023
CNA Certification -
Moreno Valley College
Moreno Valley, CA12-2018
High School Diploma -
Perris Lake High School/ Perris Community Adult School
Perris, CA05-2008
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Medical Procedures
- Specimen Collection
- EKG Administration
- Clinical Judgment
- Electronic Health Record Documentation
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Care Assistance
- Mental Health Support
- Cultural Competence
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Timeline
LVN III
Kaiser Permanente
10.2026 - Current
LVN / G.I. TECH
Kaiser Permanente
09.2024 - 10.2026
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
09.2023 - 09.2024
Mobility Technician II
Kaiser Permanente
09.2018 - 09.2023
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center
06.2016 - 11.2017
AA degree / AS degree -
Barstow Community College
LVN Diploma -
Inland Career Education Center
IV Certification -
Southeast California College
CNA Certification -
Moreno Valley College
High School Diploma -
Perris Lake High School/ Perris Community Adult School