Ximena Cabana
San Jose
Summary
Proactive, hardworking and dedicated RN with excellent time management and strong LVN background of 6+ years proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations in a fast-paced environment. Committed to learn, adapt and apply new skills to drive team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse & Infection Control
Saratoga Retirement Community Center
06.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Admitted, transferred, and discharged patients as required following facility protocol.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Ability to communicate and engage team members, patients and families in a variety of stressful situations.
- Ensure that direct nursing care be provided by a licensed nurse, a certified nursing assistant, and/or a nurse aide trainee qualified to perform the procedure.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Valley Health Center OB-GYN/PEDS Specialty Clinic
10.2022 - Current
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized care and dressing applications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Advocated for patients' needs effectively during pregnancy, postpartum, and other reproductive choices.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Saratoga Retirement Community Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Overview: Skilled nursing facility caring for 115 patients: short term and long term care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cupertino Healthcare & Wellness
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Overview: Skilled nursing facility caring for 200 patients: short term and long term care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
White Blossom Care Center
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Overview: Skilled nursing facility caring for 153 patients: short term and long term care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Atherton Regency
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Overview: Skilled nursing facility caring for 160 patients: short term and long term care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, RN License
Unitek College
Fremont, CA06.2023
LVN License -
Unitek College
San Jose, CA02.2017
Skills
- Fluent in English & Spanish
- BSN RN & LVN
- Compassion, empathy, & patience
- EPIC & PCC EHR
- Medication and IV administration
- Geriatric, OB-GYN, & Peds population care
- Strong communication & problem-solving
- Professional bedside manner
- Stress management
- Patient & family education
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Certification
- CA RN LICENSE, 95351617
- CA LVN LICENSE, 692662
- CA PHN LICENSE, 570363
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS), 245411805546
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 245401805483
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 245421808578
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), s1020c24qgyqvisznxytekom
- S.T.A.B.L.E, ECG, FHM
- NIH Stroke Scale - IPA242ykcxbWCK48
Senior Capstone
Unemployment and Homelessness related to Job Insecurity from Growing Technological Advancement and Artificial Intelligence are significant public health issues that require attention from healthcare providers, including nurses. Nurses can play a vital role in addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of individuals affected by these issues by implementing interventions such as assessment and identification of needs, education and advocacy, referral to community resources, emotional support, health promotion, and collaboration with other healthcare providers.
Awards
- Most Responsible & Punctual Student at Clinical Rotations - 2015-2017
- Employee of the Month, 2020-2022, Cupertino Healthcare & Wellness
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse & Infection Control
Saratoga Retirement Community Center
06.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Valley Health Center OB-GYN/PEDS Specialty Clinic
10.2022 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Saratoga Retirement Community Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cupertino Healthcare & Wellness
01.2020 - 02.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
White Blossom Care Center
01.2019 - 01.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Atherton Regency
09.2017 - 01.2019
- CA RN LICENSE, 95351617
- CA LVN LICENSE, 692662
- CA PHN LICENSE, 570363
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS), 245411805546
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 245401805483
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 245421808578
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), s1020c24qgyqvisznxytekom
- S.T.A.B.L.E, ECG, FHM
- NIH Stroke Scale - IPA242ykcxbWCK48
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, RN License
Unitek College
LVN License -
Unitek College
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