Vanessa Romo
Victorville,CA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Spring Valley Post Acute
Victorville, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
- Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
- Developed strategies to improve workflow efficiency within the unit.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and distribute medications.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Student Nurse
Riverside Community Care
Riverside, CA
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Verified menu and current diet order to deliver meal trays and snacks to patient.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Medical Assistant
Gracelight Home Health
Victorville, CA
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
Education
Diploma - Vocational Nursing
American Career College
Ontario, CA10.2023
High School Diploma -
Grantie Hills High School
Apple Valley, CA05.2015
Skills
- Information Confidentiality
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Team Collaboration
- Infection Control
- Medication and Dosage
- Direct Patient Care
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Care Plan Management
- Patient Care
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Wound Care
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nursing: #739402 EXP: 09/30/25
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Spring Valley Post Acute
02.2024 - Current
Student Nurse
Riverside Community Care
03.2022 - 10.2023
Medical Assistant
Gracelight Home Health
12.2019 - 04.2022
Diploma - Vocational Nursing
American Career College
High School Diploma -
Grantie Hills High School
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