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Summary

Skilled LVN with solid background working in L&D, Postpartum, New Born Nursery, Mental Health, Medical /Surgical and ER, environments under supervision of qualified RNs to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Certifications include IV certified, Neonatal Resuscitation, CPR and CPI training. Care for OB and Mental Health patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in California and diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and Cesarean Section/ Normal Birth's. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.

Skills
  • Administrative support
  • Team building
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Triaging patient concerns
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Intake and discharge
  • Unit administration
  • Goal development
  • Safety and risk assessments
Experience
LVN - Kaiser Permanente (Los Angeles, CA)March 2010 - Current

Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.

  • Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
  • Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
  • Trained and mentored other staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
  • Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
  • Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.
  • Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
LVN - Kaiser Permanente (Los Angeles, CA)March 2010 - Current
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
  • Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
  • Administered psychotropic drugs and other medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
  • Accurately documented all observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
LVN - Long Beach Memorial (Long Beach, CA)March 2007 - November 2010
  • Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
  • Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
LVN Floor Nurse - Memorial Hospital Of Gardena (Gardena, CA)January 2005 - March 2010
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaJune 1996George Washington Preparatory High School, Los Angeles, CA
Associate of Science in NursingFebruary 2004Casa Loma College, Van Nuys, CA
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Long Beach Memorial
  • Memorial Hospital Of Gardena

School Attended

  • George Washington Preparatory High School
  • Casa Loma College

Job Titles Held:

  • LVN
  • LVN Floor Nurse

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Associate of Science in Nursing

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