LILA VARMA, LVN, DSD, IP

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OBJECTIVE

To leverage my extensive experience in nursing education and staff development to drive continuous improvement in clinical practices, enhance employee performance, and promote a culture of excellence within a nursing home setting.

LICENSES

Licensed Vocational Nurse, License Number: 199465

State of California

Infection Control Certificate

Centers for Medicate and Medicaid

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Demonstrates a strong commitment to medical ethics

Adheres strictly to safety codes and infection control protocols

Exhibits effective organizational and time management abilities

Collaborates effectively with colleagues to foster a cooperative work environment

Trains and supports the nurses, aides, and various staff members

Excellent in medication administration and documentation

Ensures precise documentation of all medical records and reporting forms

Knowledgeable about Title 22 and federal regulations

Capable of drafting Plan of Corrections on Federal Form 2567

Fluent in Fijian and Hindi languages

EXPERIENCE

Director of Staff Development, Mountain View Healthcare Center 2013-2024

Mountain View, California

Planned, organized, developed, and directed all in-service educational programs throughout the facility per federal, state, and local regulatory standards

Trained front-line staff to ensure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times

Executed all educational and on-the-job training programs

Incorporated commercially produced instruction materials and training aids into existing in-service programs as deemed necessary

Provided leadership in formulating goals and objectives of the in-service educational programs of this facility

Developed, evaluated, and controlled the quality of in-service educational programs following established policies and procedures

Secured, developed, and maintained records, reports, instructional manuals, reference materials, etc. pertinent to in-service educational programs

Performed administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, class attendance, and training records

Maintained written and oral reports/recommendations to the administrator concerning in-service training programs

Director of Staff Development, Gilroy Healthcare Center 2009-2013

Gilroy, California

Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory standards throughout the facility

Trained front-line staff to uphold the highest standards of resident care consistently

Utilized commercially produced instructional materials and training aids in existing in-service programs as needed

Led the development of goals and objectives for in-service educational programs

Evaluated and monitored the quality on in-service educational programs in accordance with established policies

Managed records, reports, instructional manuals, and reference materials relevant to in-service educational programs

Completed administrative tasks such as forms, reports, class attendance, and training records

Provided written and oral reports, and recommendations to the administrator regarding in-service training programs

Charge Nurse, Idylwood Care Center 2003-2009

Sunnyvale, California

Supervise and coordinate nursing staff on assigned shift to ensure optimal patient care delivery

Assess patient conditions, administer medications, and provide direct patient care as needed

Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans

Monitor patient progress, update medical records, and communicate with physicians regarding patient status

Provide guidance and mentorship to nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols

EDUCATION

Director of Staff Development Certificate, POCAS 2004

San Francisco, California

Licensed Vocational Nurse, Nursing Care Providers Inc. 1991-2001

South San Francisco, California

Nursing Health Professional Degree, Cumberland College of Nursing 1986-1988

Sydney, Australia

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