TRAN NGUYEN
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced LVN with six years in skilled nursing, specializing in wound care, medication administration, and patient assessments. Delivers hands-on care and timely interventions to minimize complications and hospital readmissions. Also brings administrative and organizational expertise from a year as a medical office assistant and two years as a library assistant, enhancing patient-centered care and team collaboration.
Overview
2
2
Languages
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Redwood Hospice
San Jose, CA
02.2026 - 08.2026
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescriptions, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies for hospice patients.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options, promoting informed decision-making and emotional support.
- Implemented process improvements in patient documentation, increasing accuracy and reducing errors in records management.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Creekside Post Acute
San Jose, CA
04.2020 - 02.2026
- Delivered patient care to a daily caseload exceeding 30 patients, ensuring precise medication administration and treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Collected and processed patient specimens, prepared residents for treatments, and educated patients and families on care plans to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Trained and mentored team of 4 nurses and 10 nursing assistants, fostering skills to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Supported Director of Nursing with audits, monthly recaps, medication disposal, and regulatory compliance to uphold healthcare standards.
Medical Office Assistant
Tuan N Nguyen MD
San Jose, CA
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Directed patients to exam rooms, addressed inquiries, and ensured readiness for physician examinations.
- Used Microsoft Office to schedule appointments for doctor visits and procedures.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information and answer questions for over 30 customers per day.
- Answered telephone calls, providing office information and addressing inquiries for over 30 customers daily.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crown Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Emeryville, CA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted 15+ residents per shift with activities of daily living (ADLs), promoting engagement in meals and scheduled activities.
- Provided emotional and social support to residents, enhancing morale and overall quality of life.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans tailored to individual needs.
Library Assistant
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CA
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Managed circulation desk operations, ensuring efficient lending and return of library materials.
- Assisted patrons with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, enabling completion of homework and academic projects.
- Supported patrons in using printers, fax machines, copiers, and technology tools to fulfill their needs.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Carrington College
San Jose, California12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05.2018
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, California05.2016
Skills
- Nursing knowledge
- Infection prevention
- Electronic health records
- Computer literacy
- Patient education
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Adheres to infection prevention and control protocols in compliance with CDC, OSHA, and facility guidelines
- Provides clear, compassionate patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, and care plans
- Patient management
- ADL assistance
- Catheter care
- Documenting intake
- Exhibits strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create, format, and manage documents, organize and analyze data, and develop clear, effective presentations
- Family communication
- Pulse oximetry tracking
LANGUAGES
Vietnamese Native
English Advanced
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Redwood Hospice
02.2026 - 08.2026
Medical Office Assistant
Tuan N Nguyen MD
01.2021 - 02.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Creekside Post Acute
04.2020 - 02.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crown Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
Library Assistant
Evergreen Valley College
01.2014 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Evergreen Valley College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Berkeley
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Carrington College