Zach Heximer
Crescent city,CA
Summary
Experienced and compassionate nursing team member with a strong focus on exceptional patient care. Skilled in addressing individual patient needs with empathy and attention to detail. Proficient in documentation and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Committed to maximizing patient satisfaction, safety, and overall wellness, regardless of background.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sutter Coast Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Responsible for providing direct patient care in the Acute Rehabilitation Unit, Emergency Department , Infusion Center, Intensive Care Unit , Medical Care Unit , and Preoperative/Postoperative Acute Care Unit under the supervision of Registered Nurses and Physicians.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to Doctor.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Provided patient care, medication administration, provided wound care, IV therapy with in scope, monitored vital signs, and lab values, monitored and reported any changes to the Doctor
- Proficient in compassionate and quality patient care across various specialties in the hospital setting
Licensed Practical Nurse
Curry Good Samaritan Society
09.2019 - 01.2021
- IV therapy
- Skilled nursing care to 20+ patients in long-term care facility, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and coordinating with other healthcare providers
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Clerk
Sutter Coast Hospital-ARU/ICU/MCU
10.2016 - 01.2021
- Answered call lights, telemetry readings, and answered Multi lined phone
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided compassionate care and assistance to patients in a 30-bed unit, helping with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient comfort
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment, supporting smooth unit operations and promoting positive patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science License Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
College of The Redwoods Del Norte
Crescent City, CA12.2018
Skills
- Age-appropriate and patient centered care
- Critical thinking
- Electronic charting and documenting procedures Epic and Point Click Care
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Treatment plan implementation
- Reporting and documentation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with patients and families while maintaining professionalism in high stress situations
- Teamwork and effective communication
- Telemetry Readings- Ability to read rhythms and understand telemetry strips
Certification
- Advanced Life Support Certified- American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support- American Heart Association
- IV-Certified
- NIHSS Stroke Certification
- Pediatric Advance Life Support- American Heart Association
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse
Leadership Experience
Vice President of the Licensed Vocational Nursing class of 2018
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sutter Coast Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Curry Good Samaritan Society
09.2019 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Clerk
Sutter Coast Hospital-ARU/ICU/MCU
10.2016 - 01.2021
- Advanced Life Support Certified- American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support- American Heart Association
- IV-Certified
- NIHSS Stroke Certification
- Pediatric Advance Life Support- American Heart Association
Associate of Science License Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
College of The Redwoods Del Norte
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