Valerie Kincherlow, LVN
Riverside,,California
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new graduate Licensed Vocational Nurse with clinical experience in medical-surgical, long term patient care, rehabilitation and patient-centered settings. Enthusiastic to leverage clinical skills, strong communication abilities and prepared to provide safe, exceptional care to support the health and well-being of patients. Eager to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, apply evidence-based practice and foster a compassionate environment to provide healing and positive outcomes for patients and families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Iris Family Home Care
San Jacinto, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, transfers, and mobility
- Observed and reported changes in physical or mental status promptly
- Maintained clean, safe environments following infection-control practices
- Collaborated with family members and healthcare staff regarding care needs
Assistant Manager
Skechers
Cabazon, CA
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Led team operations in a high-volume environment with focus on service and accountability
- Trained staff on procedures, safety, and workflow expectations
- Mentors, coaches, and motivates employees to hit sales goals and maintain a positive, high-energy environment
- Managed schedules, multitasked effectively, and resolved concerns professionally
- Built strong communication and leadership skills transferable to nursing practice
Insurance Agent
Primerica
Burbank, CA
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Built new client relationships through networking, referrals, and community outreach
- Maintained confidentiality while delivering high-level customer service and support
- Participated in trainings, seminars, and product education to strengthen industry knowledge
- Provided coaching, feedback, and development support to promote team success
Education
Vocational Nursing Diploma -
American Career College
Ontario, California03.2026
Skills
- Medication administration (oral, topical, IM, subcutaneous, enteral)
- Tracheostomy care (suctioning, trach collar/tie changes)
- G-tube/enteral feedings
- Wound care
- Foley catheters (maintenance, urinary output monitoring)
- Vaccinations
- Infection control
- Patient Assessments
- Vitals Signs
- Documentation
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Villa Mesa Rehabilitation Center, Community Extended Care of Montclair, Trellis Chino Skilled Nursing Facility, Glendora Canyon Transitional Care Unit and Jurupa Hills Post Acute
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse – Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Active
- CPR Certification – Active
- Fire Safety Certification – Active
Timeline
Caregiver
Iris Family Home Care
02.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Skechers
01.2023 - 01.2025
Insurance Agent
Primerica
06.2022 - 01.2023
Vocational Nursing Diploma -
American Career College