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Chelsea Quindoy

Winchester

Summary

Detail-oriented LVN with 10 years of clinical experience in high-volume outpatient, urgent care, and specialty settings. Skilled in IV therapy, medication administration, injections across all age groups (including newborns), wound care, and patient monitoring. Strong background in EPIC EMR, physician inbox/message management, order entry support, and chronic care management. Experienced in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and patient-centered care. Seeking transition into an acute care setting.

Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis, and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
San Marcos
09.2021 - Current
  • Provide direct patient care in a high-volume outpatient setting supporting multiple providers
  • Perform patient intake, vital signs, and clinical assessments prior to provider evaluation
  • Manage physician inbox messages, patient calls, and clinical task coordination
  • Administer medications, treatments, and injections across all age groups (including newborns)
  • Initiate and discontinue IV therapy; administer IV medications per protocol
  • Prepare and administer IV contrast while monitoring for adverse reactions
  • Enter and pend provider orders in EPIC to support clinical workflow
  • Perform EKGs, blood glucose checks, ear lavage, retinal imaging, and specimen collection
  • Support chronic disease management through monitoring, follow-ups, and patient education
  • Assist with procedures and ensure proper room/equipment setup
  • Provide discharge instructions and medication education to patients

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
Oceanside
02.2019 - 09.2021
  • Administered medications, injections, and treatments across pediatric and adult populations
  • Performed EKGs, wound care, ear lavage, and blood glucose monitoring
  • Supported urgent care and nurse clinic workflow in high-volume environment
  • Collected and processed laboratory specimens per protocol
  • Managed physician inbox messages and patient communication support
  • Assisted with chronic care management follow-ups and patient outreach
  • Performed retinal imaging and diagnostic screening procedures
  • Communicated test results and provider instructions to patients
  • Maintained accurate and timely documentation in EPIC EMR

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
San Leandro
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Supported adult medicine and urgent care services
  • Performed patient intake, vitals, and assisted with examinations and procedures
  • Provided wound care and diagnostic support including EKGs
  • Cared for both adult and pediatric patient populations

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Sutter Health
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Assisted providers in urgent care/outpatient setting
  • Administered injections and supported clinical procedures
  • Performed patient intake, vitals, and documentation
  • Palo Alto Medical Foundation

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Pacific Brain and Spine
11.2017 - 05.2018
  • Supported post-operative care and wound management
  • Entered medication orders and coordinated referrals in EPIC
  • Assisted physicians as medical scribe to improve workflow efficiency

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kindred Healthcare
09.2016 - 11.2017
  • Managed medication administration including insulin and enteral feedings
  • Provided wound care and monitored patient condition changes
  • Coordinated care plans and supervised CNA staff

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nurse Program

American College of Nursing
Concord, CA

Skills

  • Patient Assessment & Monitoring
  • IV Therapy (Start/Discontinue)
  • Medication Administration (PO, IM, SQ, IV)
  • Pediatric, Adult & Newborn Care
  • Wound Care & Dressing Changes
  • EKG & Diagnostic Testing
  • Specimen Collection (blood, urine, swabs)
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Ear Lavage & Retinal Photography
  • Infection Control & Safety Compliance
  • EPIC EMR Documentation
  • Physician Inbox & Message Management
  • Order Entry / Pending Provider Orders
  • Chronic Disease Management Support
  • Patient Education & Discharge Instructions
  • Care Coordination & Team Collaboration

Certification

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), California BVNPT, Active
  • BLS, American Heart Association, Active
  • IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal Certified

Core Clinical Skills

  • Patient Assessment & Monitoring
  • IV Therapy (Start/Discontinue)
  • Medication Administration (PO, IM, SQ, IV)
  • Pediatric, Adult & Newborn Care
  • Wound Care & Dressing Changes
  • EKG & Diagnostic Testing
  • Specimen Collection (blood, urine, swabs)
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Ear Lavage & Retinal Photography
  • Infection Control & Safety Compliance
  • EPIC EMR Documentation
  • Physician Inbox & Message Management
  • Order Entry / Pending Provider Orders
  • Chronic Disease Management Support
  • Patient Education & Discharge Instructions
  • Care Coordination & Team Collaboration

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
09.2021 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
02.2019 - 09.2021

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
08.2018 - 02.2019

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Sutter Health
05.2018 - 08.2018

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Pacific Brain and Spine
11.2017 - 05.2018

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kindred Healthcare
09.2016 - 11.2017

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nurse Program

American College of Nursing
Chelsea Quindoy