K aren B. Villarta
*** *. ***** ** ****. Apt. *
L os Angeles, CA. 90057
Home: 213-***-**** Cell: 213-***-****
Email: v ill a ****@*****.***
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
License Number VN 247885
OBJECTIVE
Newly-graduated Licensed Vocational Nurse seeking a challenging and accountable role of a
nurse where my expertise and knowledge can be enhance proficiently.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATION
Physically, mentally, psychologically prepared in handling heath care responsibilities.
Fast-learner and able to handle problems competently.
Capable of assessing situation and able to provide appropriate nursing interventions.
Empathetic and helpful for those in need of care.
Able of listen and recognize issues or problem areas.
Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office.
Good observational skills and able to communicate well.
Comfortably work under supervision.
Proficient in taking telephone orders from doctors.
Competent on documenting accurate events during shift.
Capable of doing work at hand with great confidence and accuracy.
Confident in asking questions for situations unknown.
Able to adjust on current events.
Bilingual: Filipino and English.
CURRENT LICENSES
State of California LVN Nursing
IV & Blood Withdrawal Certification
CPR Certification
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Year Attended School Educational Attainment
2008-2009 Marian Health Career Center Graduate Vocational Nursing
2006-2007 Los Angeles City College Nursing Preparatory Classes
2005-2001 Filamer Christian College Secondary Education with Honors
2000-1994 Our Lady of Grace Academy Primary Education with Honors
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
St. John of God Retirement and Care Center
Country Villa Nursing and Rehab
Fountain View Sub acute and Nursing Center
Silverlake Hospital
Westlake Convalescent Hospital
Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare
COMPETENCIES
Assess patient and able to present nursing diagnosis, goals, and interventions.
Able to provide nursing care.
Administered medications as ordered.
Administered treatments as ordered.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
Able to document patient’s status.
Provide safe environment for the patient.
Educate patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc.
Interact with departments regarding patient care.
Measure and record patients' vital signs.
Able to assemble and use medical equipments.
Competent on tracheotomy care and suctioning.
Proficient on giving medications by mouth or Gastrostomy tube.
Document events with accuracy.
Capable on following facility rules and regulations without trouble.