Veronica E Santibanez Vizcarra
Indio,CA
Summary
Dedicated new graduate RN seeking an opportunity in the Telemetry/Medical Surgical unit to provide safe, compassionate, patient centered care. Eager to utilize clinical judgment, strengthen assessment and critical thinking skills and have the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing positively to the healthcare team.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN III
RUHS-CHS
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Measured vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure; applied and changed dressings, collected specimens for lab analysis, and assisted healthcare providers with examinations and treatments to ensure comprehensive patient care. Performed venipuncture and administered medications, including immunizations and skin tests for tuberculosis control. Documented patient information accurately to support effective treatment planning and continuity of care. Educated patients on medication usage and health care practices to promote adherence and improve health outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Dispensed medications and observed patient reactions closely.
Immediate Care LVN
Desert Oasis Healthcare
Palm Desert, CA
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Triage and treat patients in acute care setting, ensuring timely and appropriate care delivery. Perform patient evaluations and assessments. Administer medications and perform EKGs as ordered by the providers to facilitate effective patient care.
- Administered medications PO, IM, Subcutaneous, TB injections and treatments as prescribed by the provider; provided wound care, splinting, suture removals, orthopedic appliance education, ear lavage, foley insertion and removal. Patient and provider assistance with invasive and noninvasive procedures. Responsible for lab draws. Start and discontinue IVs, reinforce patient education.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff. Follow up on phone calls from patients' ER visits.
Per Diem LVN
Brookedale (Bayshire) Nursing home
Rancho Mirage, CA
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Administered medications and treatments promptly, ensuring adherence to care standards and patient safety.
- Performed intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections as required.
- Provided wound care, including wound vac management and G-tube feeding/care.
- Inserted and removed Foley catheters, conducted urine collection, and managed colostomy care.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients, performing both invasive and non-invasive procedures within scope of practice.
- Executed neuro checks and effectively delegated tasks to optimize workflow and enhance patient care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to nursing staff and physicians.
- Received, transcribed, and executed physicians' orders while adhering to established charting procedures.
Hospice LVN
Ardent Hospice
Palm Springs, CA
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Performs skilled observation of patient condition, mental, social and emotional status on each visit. Demonstrates capacity to describe findings of the complete patient inventory which accurately reflects patient condition. Monitored patient condition for harmful changes and communicated findings to the clinical supervisor and/or MD. Contributes to the formulation and update of the nursing care plan. Under the direction of a registered nurse or supervisor, follows patient's nursing care plan and Plan of Treatment prescribed by the physician. Administers personal, hygienic, therapeutic measures for patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments safely and effectively as prescribed such as IM injections, wound care, foley changes, repositioning patients, suppositories, pain management. Ordering medication. Records, and reports to the supervisor on the general physical and mental condition of the patient. Observes universal precautions. Performs complete bedside nursing when required. Practices independently within the LVN scope of practice and utilizes critical thinking skills in daily practice. Performs with compassion and sympathy in every nursing visit as appropriate while providing family support and education. Being called to be first on scene to pronounce time of death and communicate with proper channels. Responded to on-call duties during closed business hours to assist patients as needed. during closed business hours.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individual care plans.
LVN Assistant House Manager
Angel View
Desert Hot Springs, CA
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Assist in the implementation and continuing evaluations of each of the client's treatment plan. Delivered nursing care to clients and documented actions while ensuring client safety. Monitor all immunization requirements and assist in administering needed vaccines. Administer medication according to the regulations of Angel Views policy. Provided g-tube medication/feeding and care, foley insertion and removal, wound care, suppositories, total bedside care. Conducted in-service education training to enhance staff knowledge and skills. Assist in ongoing medical/clinical assessment of the health conditions by taking, recording and reporting vital signs and other clinical observations. Provides staff training for restricted health care procedures for the clients to be implemented. Performs basic physical/mental assessment defined by BVNPT. Notify the RN or Physician of changes in client's condition, transcribe and implement physician orders as per facility policy. Assist the RN with monthly review of New Medication administration record and routine renewal of drug and diet regime. Assist in scheduling outside appointments, arrange transportation and prepare needed information. Ensured new staff were equipped with essential skills for effective client care.. Order medical supplies needed for care, order food supply for facility. Supervising day to day client objectives are being met. Provided monthly staff schedules while adapting to facility needs for optimal client care.
- Provided compassionate patient care in residential settings at a specialized care facility.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety for residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team promptly.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Carrington College
Rancho Mirage, CA01-2027
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
College Of the Desert
Palm Desert, CA01-2015
High School Diploma -
Ruben S. Ayala High School
Chino Hills, CA01-1999
Skills
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Infection control
- Critical thinking
- Clinical judgment
- Treatment plan implementation
- Screening and triaging
- Perform EKG reading
- Samples collection
- Catheter care
- ADL assistance
- Palliative care
- Geriatric care
- Pediatric care
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate care
- Empathetic care
- Patient safety protocols
- Reporting and documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- Effective communication
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Treatment outcome monitoring
- End-of-life care
- ADL assistance
Certification
- CA LVN License (license # 682252, Exp. 11/2027), Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal certified, BLS Certified (Exp. 02/2028)
- BLS certificartion exp Feb 2028
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
LVN III
RUHS-CHS
08.2022 - 01.2026
Immediate Care LVN
Desert Oasis Healthcare
10.2020 - 08.2022
Per Diem LVN
Brookedale (Bayshire) Nursing home
06.2020 - 09.2020
Hospice LVN
Ardent Hospice
04.2019 - 05.2020
LVN Assistant House Manager
Angel View
10.2016 - 03.2019
Associate Degree - Nursing
Carrington College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
College Of the Desert
High School Diploma -
Ruben S. Ayala High School