Vocational Nurse Wellness

TAMMY R. SHORTE San Jose, CA *****

H: 310-***-**** C: 310-***-****

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Detail-oriented Licensed Vocational Nurse accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Offering excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with grace and efficiency. Licensed Vocational Nurse, Private Duty • Self Employed San Jose, CA • October 2021 to May 2022

COVID-19 based patient care and education for families and friends in need of on going nursing care

Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions

Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities

Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies

Reported general, physical and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives Ensure HIPPA Compliance

Licensed Vocational Nurse • OveRNight RN

San Francisco, CA • July 2019 to October 2021

Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to supervising Medical Director

Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment

Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support

Monitor patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records

Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms

Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs

Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels

Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records

Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 25+ private duty patients monthly

Ensure HIPAA compliance

SUMMARY

WORK HISTORY

Resident Care Director • Merrill Gardens LLC

San Jose, CA • July 2018 to October 2018

Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift Trained in Yardi EHR, Stratus, Tableau and Staffing Tool utilized for care and scheduling staffing needs Electronic Medical Records Conducted admissions assessments to determine resident conditions and risk levels Supervised and coached Med Techs and Caregivers on proper procedures and care standards

Set and updated staff schedules, delegated assignments and monitored performance Coordinated care with external agencies to best support resident needs Audited charts and medication to check compliance

Organized department in accordance with administrative guidelines in order to provide specified nursing services to meet legal, organizational and medical staff guidelines

Educated staff on state and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing home care services

Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, and Alzheimer's

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's

Established and maintained systems that safely met residents' needs Performed account reconciliations and resolved variances Assigned employee areas, scheduled staff breaks and authorized overtime Developed and implemented nursing care plans for Assistant Living and Memory Care Resident

Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations

Facilitated on-going assessment of resident/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan

Ensured safety and well-being of residents

Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of facility management group to improve morale and teamwork

Closely collaborated with management team to make necessary improvements and satisfy resident needs

Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements Achieved high staff morale and retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitating proactive work environment

Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 50 + patients daily Ensure HIPAA compliance

Wellness Nurse • Nursefinders an AMN Healthcare Company with Kaiser Permanente 5976 W. Las Positas Blvd, Ste 116, Pleasanton, California 94588 • September 2016 to August 2018

Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability Established strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift Trained in EPIC Electronic Medical Record

Administering Flu and Immunizations of Vaccinations for Adult and Pediatric TB Tuberculosis Skin Test Screening, QuantiFERON and T-Spot Testing Diabetes Testing and Patient Education

Blood Pressure, Body Composition and Exit Consultations Derma Scan of Skin and Patient Education

Travel Clinic

Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records Followed infection control procedures

Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 50 + patients daily Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity

Ensure HIPAA compliance

Charge Nurse • Kindred Healthcare/ Sub Acute Unit

1224 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek, California 94595 • March 2016 to August 2017 Self-directed with astute judgment skills and high level of personal accountability Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams Delegated staff nurse duties

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab test Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses

Knowledge of Point Click Care Electronic Medical Records Administering of Medication

Administering of Flu and Immunization Vaccines

IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal

TB Skin Testing and Reading

Closely monitored acute conditions

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's Disease

Assisted with treatment patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmia, asthma, COPD and pneumonia

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring Tracheotomy Care and Management

Ventilator Monitoring and Management

Monitored fluid intake and output level

GT/NGT care and management

Foley Catheter insertion, care and management

Proficiency with Colostomy Care

Wound Care and Treatment

Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 75 + patients daily. Followed Infection Control Procedures

Ensured HIPAA compliance

Charge Nurse • Washington Care and Rehabilitation

14766 Washington Avenue, San Leandro, California 94578 • September 2013 to May 2016

Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams Knowledge of Point Click Care Electronic Medical Record Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease

Assisted with treatment of patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmia's, asthma, COPD and pneumonia

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring Administering of Medications

Administering of Flu and Immunization Vaccines

TB Skin Testing and Reading

IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal

Glucose monitor w/without Insulin Management

GT/NGT Care and Management

Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care Foley Catheter Insertion, Care and Management

Monitor Fluid Intake and Output Levels

Performed lab tests and communicated results

Wound Care and Treatment

Followed infection control procedures

Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 50 + patients daily. Ensured HIPAA compliance

Charge Nurse • Playa Del Rey Care and Rehabilitation 7716 West Manchester Avenue, Playa Del Rey, California 90293 • May 2011 to August 2013

Self-directed with astute judgment skills

High level of personal accountability

Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams Oversaw and managed number clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism Developed and implemented nursing care plans

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans

Knowledge of Point Click Care Electronic Medical Records Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease

Assisted with treatment of patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmia's, asthma, COPD and pneumonia

Closely monitored acute conditions

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring Administration Of Medications

Administering Flu and Immunization of Vaccines

TB Skin Testing and Reading

IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal

Glucose Monitoring w/without Insulin Management

GT/NGT Care and Management

Foley Catheter Care and Management

Monitored Fluid Intake and Output Levels

Performed lab tests and communicated results

Wound Care and Treatment

Followed Infection Control Procedure

Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 50+ patients daily Ensured HIPAA compliance

Clinical Charge Nurse • UCLA Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department 200 Medical Plaza, Los Angeles, California 90095 • August 2004 to August 2010 Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift Autoclave and Sterilization of Instruments

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab test Assisted with Leech and Maggot Therapy

Medication and administration and monitoring

IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal

Surgical Dressing changes and removal

Jackson Pratt, Davol, Pen Rose, Wound Vac management, patient training and removal

Removal of Adherent Skin Graft Bolster

Staple and Suture Removal

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans

Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care Trained new staff on Quality Control Procedure

Assisted with Pre-op Physicals for surgeries

Preparing Operation Room for Minor Surgeries

Assisted Doctors with Surgeries and Non-Invasive Procedures Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts Private duty Care for Plastic Surgery patients

Assisted in after care and patient education of Botox, Restylane, Dysport Juvaderm, and Sculptura Injectables

Titer Testing

Performed lab tests and communicated results

Wound Care and Treatment

Followed Infection Control Procedures

Ensured HIPAA compliance

Used EPIC software to track patient status, treatments and outcomes while maintaining complete data confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 50 + patients daily Vocational Nurse - Nursing • Los Angeles Technology Center 3721 West Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA • 2002 Licensed Vocational Nurse in California, 2017 t0 present Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification 2017 to present I.V. Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification

Strong presentation skills

High level of autonomy

Patient-focused care

Promotes positive behavior

Competent in physical assessments

Patient and family advocacy authority

Knowledge of Infection Control

Management

Strong Assessment skills

Risk determination abilities

Plan of care understanding

Professional bedside manner

EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

SKILLS

Intravenous therapy comprehension

Immunization and Vaccine management

EMR / EHR

Interpersonal Communication

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