ANI OKHIKIAN
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
I am a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse committed to providing patient-centered, holistic care that supports patients’ independence, safety, and quality of life. My clinical experience across medical-surgical, pediatrics, maternity, and psychiatric settings has prepared me to care for diverse patient populations, educate families, and respond effectively to changing patient needs. I value building trusting relationships with patients and delivering care in a supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Monterey Park Hospital (AHMC)
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Medical-Surgical, Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit
- Provided direct patient care to adult and elderly patients with acute and chronic conditions
- Performed patient assessments and assisted with care planning
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses
- Recognized and responded to changes in patient condition
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Postpartum & Labor and Delivery
- Educated patients and families on postpartum care and recovery
- Supported patients through care transitions and discharge planning
Totally Kids
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Pediatrics (Acute & Subacute Care)
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with long-term and complex conditions
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support ongoing care needs
LADMC Psychiatric Center
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Psychiatric Clinical Experience
- Applied therapeutic communication techniques to support patients
- Assisted in managing behavioral and emotional health needs
- Built rapport with patients to promote trust and stability
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Medical-Surgical, Trauma, Cardiac Telemetry
- Monitored cardiac status and vital signs
- Assisted with mobility, hygiene, and daily patient care needs
- Supported discharge planning and patient education
Receptionist
Farmers Insurance
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Communicated effectively with clients and managed scheduling
- Maintained organized records and handled administrative tasks
Manager / Event Planner
Candyland Indoor Playground
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed daily operations and staff
- Provided customer-focused service and handled client needs
- Coordinated events and ensured a safe environment
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Care Planning
- Therapeutic Communication
- Medication Administration & Management
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient & Family Education
- Chronic Disease Support
- Emergency Intervention
- Infection Control & Safety
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State of California
- Fire Safety Certification — Expires 2026-06
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — Expires 2026-08
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Training — Completed 2026-09
Languages
English
Full Professional
Armenian
Full Professional
Timeline
Monterey Park Hospital (AHMC)
09.2024 - 12.2024
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
Totally Kids
06.2024 - 09.2024
LADMC Psychiatric Center
02.2024 - 05.2024
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
Receptionist
Farmers Insurance
07.2022 - 03.2023
Manager / Event Planner
Candyland Indoor Playground
05.2021 - 07.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing