Veronica Espinoza
Wilmington,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new graduate Registered Nurse seeking an entry-level RN position. Brings over 8 years of experience as a pediatric Licensed Vocational Nurse, 3 years in a fast-paced urgent care setting, along with 2 years Adult Primary Care experience. Skilled in patient-centered care, clinical support, and effective communication, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare and continuing professional growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Pediatric Urgent Care
Kaiser Permanente
Harbor City, CA
10.2024 - Current
- Administer specified medication appropriately and accurately following the providers order and or standing orders within scope of practice.
- Executes treatments such as urinary catheterizations, placement of intravenous catheters, nasal suctioning, enemas, and utilizing equipment as required. Adheres to infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
- Assist with newborn male circumcision, ensures all consents have been signed prior to procedure, set up sterile field, sooth baby during procedure, post-procedure baby care and bleeding observation during recovery, decontamination of procedure post procedure.
- Collects and processes specimens per policy, procedures, guidelines, and protocols.
- Provides reinforcement teaching following the registered nurse/advanced practice provider/physician plan for education. Report any identified learning needs and discharge barriers.
- Ensures cleanliness of nursing module/station, patient exam room, and proper functioning of patient care equipment by visual inspection, routine testing, and other related methods. Provides a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
- Perform related patient care functions such as taking temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure readings, wound care, may instruct patient in various self-administered treatment or procedures; obtain specimens; assures correct culture collection.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Pediatrics
Kaiser Permanente
Gardena, CA
02.2018 - 10.2024
- Collects and processes specimens per policy, procedures, guidelines, and protocols.
- Provides reinforced teaching following the registered nurse/advanced practice provider/physician plan for education. Report any identified learning needs and discharge barriers.
- Ensures cleanliness of nursing module/station, patient exam room, and proper functioning of patient care equipment by visual inspection, routine testing, and other related methods. Provides a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Internal Medicine
Kaiser Permanente
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and patient care standards.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient progress, enhancing accuracy of medical records and care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Urgent Care
Watts Healthcare Community Clinic
Los Angeles, CA
03.2013 - 01.2017
- Provided clinical nursing services at a primary care clinic serving a socially diverse population including adults, seniors, homeless, children, infants, adolescents and pregnant women.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions for optimal patient care.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and promoting self-care practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes through coordinated efforts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
International College of Health And Science
Boynton Beach, FL11-2025
Skills
- Health connect, Epic EMR Software
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Pediatric care
- Aseptic techniques
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Nursing processes
- Treatment outcome monitoring
- Counting narcotics
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
Certification
- Registered Nurse 12/2025, License #95444416
- Licensed Vocational Nurse 05/2012, License #VN266791
- AHA BLS Certification 06/2025
- AHA ACLS Certification 02/2026
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Pediatric Urgent Care
Kaiser Permanente
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Pediatrics
Kaiser Permanente
02.2018 - 10.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Internal Medicine
Kaiser Permanente
01.2017 - 02.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Urgent Care
Watts Healthcare Community Clinic
03.2013 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
International College of Health And Science