Bilingual and licensed nursing professional with a robust background in patient care and medical assistance, ready to excel in this role. Recognized for exceptional team collaboration and adaptability to evolving healthcare needs. Proficient in administering medications, providing wound care, and conducting thorough patient monitoring. Committed to delivering reliable care focused on achieving positive health outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
LVN Float Nurse - 12HR
Kindred Baldwin Park Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Provided compassionate nursing care to a diverse population of patients in the telemetry unit.
Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications, and self-care techniques, promoting optimal recovery and wellbeing.
Implemented physician-prescribed interventions promptly while carefully assessing their efficacy and adjusting as needed based on individual patient responses.
Assisted physicians with treatment plans for patients, resulting in improved health outcomes.
Maintained detailed and accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and progress throughout their stay.
Exhibited strong communication skills when collaborating with team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high-quality patient care.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Vocational Nurse - 12 HR
San Dimas Community Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Prepared, administered, and recorded prescribed medications, changed dressings, inserted catheters, started IVs, and monitored patients’ vital signs.
Collaborated on discharge planning with the healthcare team, answered questions, and educated patients and their families on procedures and care.
Provided injections, wound care, Foley catheter insertions, connected IV fluids, evaluated patient care plans, and communicated directly with families.
Back Office Medical Assistant
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2019
Completed clerical work including data entry, visual acuity testing, and ensured to update patient charts.
Assisted with medication administration such as injections, blood draws, and filled vitals.
Scheduling Coordinator
AltaMed Health Services Corp.
03.2020 - 06.2019
Scheduled participants receiving in-house and outside appointment referrals, and confirmed authorization requirement verification calls.
Prepared and organized appointments utilizing medical notes, labs, radiology reports, and CD’s prior to appointments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA
05.2001 -
Diploma - Vocational Nurse
Stanbridge University
02.2023
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA
05.2001 -
Skills
Patient and Family Education
Patient Safety & Risk Management
IV Therapy
Collection of Laboratory Specimens
Care Documentation/EMR
Wound care management
Healthcare team collaboration
Real-time telemetry monitoring
Understanding of dementia support strategies
Clear interpersonal communication
Time management abilities
Geriatric care
Self motivation
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Infection control
Certification
Licensed Vocational Nurse # 733060
Accomplishments
Dean’s List Recipient, Term 3, Stanbridge University