Resident Services Director

Los Osos, CA

PROFILE

Experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse with a positive career history encompassing patient treatment and consultation. Specialization in geriatric patients with various stages of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and memory loss. Demonstrated track record of success establishing and sustaining constructive, healthy relationships with patients and their families. Thorough understanding of LVN scope of practice and strong background providing effective, accurate physical, mental, and preventive health care.

STRENGTH

Dementia Care: Over 10 years of experience providing professional care to dementia patients, with five years as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Maintain current knowledge on protocols and best practices for cognitive assessment and geriatric patient care.

Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Dedicated professional experienced at collaborative health care planning with medical teams devoted to health wellness, and recovery.

Professional Dedication: Dedicated individual who began volunteering to care for Alzheimer's patients at the age of nine. Continuous professional development and volunteer involvement with carious community organizations.

PROFESSIONAL

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Resident Services Director

Westmont Living - Goleta, CA

January 2023 to Present

Oversea the care of residents at an assisted living facility. Care plans, assessments, med management, wellness checks, and family meetings. Speak with Physicians and outside agencies.

LVN

MEDELY AGENCY - Santa Barbara, CA

November 2022 to Present

Contract/per diem work

Massage Therapist/LVN

Cayucos, CA

2016 to Present

Conduct patient consultations and provide massage therapy to a range of patients.

Supervisor

Lightspeed Testing - San Luis Obispo, CA

September 2021 to November 2021

Supervised staff and protocols for Binax testing. Sadly the company left San Luis Obispo.

Charge Nurse

Bayside Care Center

2017 to 2018

Chief Operations Officer/LVN/Geriatric Care Manager

Bakersfield, CA

1996 to 2016

* Performed new patient intake, medication set-up, and assessment of care plans.

* Observed and documented physical and/or emotional changes in patients' condition.

* Interfaced with MDs, RNs, technicians, therapists to coordinate care planning.

* Monitored patient cases and implemented treatment and recovery plans following the continuum of care plan best suited their specific needs.

* Executed support duties for diagnostic tests and practices such as preparing the patient, assisting in examinations, preparing and handling specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient's condition before, during, and following the procedure.

* Prepared, administered, and appropriately documented medications administered.

* Served as liaison between patients, families, physicians, clinics, and hospitals.

* Made referrals and consulted with patients and families on end-of-life care.

* Worked directly with MDs, LCSWs, and care coordinators on patient needs.

Education

College and Technical degree in Vocational nursing

BAS school of nursing - Bakersfield, CA

August 2009 to June 2011

Skills

• Tube Feeding

• Hospice Care

• Nursing

• Dementia Care

• Caregiving

• Alzheimer's Care

• Medication Administration

• Laboratory Experience

• EMR Systems

• Vital Signs

• Home Care

• Critical Care Experience

• Medical Imaging

Awards

Certificate from USC school of Gerontology

2016-10

Certifications and Licenses

LPN

BLS Certification

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