VALERIE GUTIERREZ
Wasco,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional committed to excellence and teamwork, consistently taking control of responsibilities to drive success in every opportunity. Proven track record of fostering collaboration and maintaining a positive attitude, ensuring every task is approached with enthusiasm and a strong work ethic. Equipped with exceptional problem-solving abilities and communication skills, ready to contribute effectively to team objectives while embracing new challenges.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
2026.07 - Current
- Delivered patient care while upholding safety protocols and quality standards consistently.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to create and execute customized care plans.
- Conducted vital sign monitoring and patient condition assessments for effective interventions.
- Instructed patients and families on managing diseases and navigating post-discharge processes.
LVN Emergency Department
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
2022.08 - 2026.07
- Administer PO/IM/SQ medications
- Start IVs for various procedures and IV fluids.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Lab Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
2022.01 - 2022.08
- Draw blood in all areas of the hospital in proper tubes for analysis
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
LVN Student
SJVC LVN Clinical Rotation (980 Hours)
2020.08 - 2021.09
- Park View Julian
- Bakersfield Rehabilitation Center
- San Joaquin Rehabilitation
- Sierra View Medical Center- Labor and Delivery
- Brookdale Senior Living
- Shaffer Golden Living Center
- Bakersfield Family Medical Center – Urgent Care
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
2018.10 - 2020.07
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
Phlebotomist
Adventist Health Bakersfield
2016.03 - 2018.07
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Dallas, TX2026-09
Registered Nursing Program -
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA2025-12
Associate's in Science - Biology/Human Biology
Bakersfield College
2021-12
Associate's in Arts - Liberal Arts/Science
Bakersfield College
2021-12
LVN Certification -
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA2021-10
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Registered Nurse License – 95448655 – Exp 02/2028
- LVN License - IV/Blood withdrawal Certification – 723899 - Exp 02/2028
- American Heart Association/ Basic Life Support – Exp 06/2027
- Advanced Burn Life Support Certification – Exp 10/2029
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
2026.07 - Current
LVN Emergency Department
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
2022.08 - 2026.07
Lab Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
2022.01 - 2022.08
LVN Student
SJVC LVN Clinical Rotation (980 Hours)
2020.08 - 2021.09
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
2018.10 - 2020.07
Phlebotomist
Adventist Health Bakersfield
2016.03 - 2018.07
LVN Certification -
San Joaquin Valley College
Associate's in Arts - Liberal Arts/Science
Bakersfield College
Associate's in Science - Biology/Human Biology
Bakersfield College
Registered Nursing Program -
Bakersfield College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University