Veronica Lummus
Summary
Dedicated LVN with a proven track record at Kaiser Permanente, excelling in bilingual patient communication and infection control. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic engagement and expert clinical care. Skilled in mentoring new staff and enhancing team efficiency, showcasing strong leadership and clinical documentation abilities.
Healthcare professional skilled in delivering comprehensive patient care, medication management, and accurate documentation. Known for fostering team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to providing empathetic patient support and maintaining high standards of care.
Experienced with patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Utilizes effective communication and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes and workflows. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and patient support techniques to ensure high-quality care.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
02.2004 - Current
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Family Medicine, Weight Management, OBGYN, Dermatology, and Opthalmology.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting surgical team efficiency.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
Education
Licensed Vocation Nurse - Vocational Nurse
Pacific College
Costa Mesa 08-2024
Certification For Medical Assisting - Medical Assisting
Bryman College
Anaheim, CA10-2003
Skills
- Infection Control
- Medication administration
- Diabetes management
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Patient observation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Feeding tube assistance
- Patient communication
- Appointment scheduling
- Cerumen irrigation
- Tracheostomy care
- BLS
- Respiratory treatment administration
- Patient assessment and data collection
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
02.2004 - Current
Licensed Vocation Nurse - Vocational Nurse
Pacific College
Certification For Medical Assisting - Medical Assisting
Bryman College
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