Chen I Lu
San Gabriel
Summary
Registered Nurse with hands-on experience in GI/Endoscopy and outpatient surgical (OPS) care, including PACU recovery, within an ambulatory surgical center setting. Skilled in pre-, intra-, and post-procedure patient care, conscious sedation monitoring, IV therapy, medication administration, and post-anesthesia recovery management, with demonstrated competency in patient safety protocols. Began nursing career in the U.S. as an LVN while completing RN licensure, building strong clinical foundations in patient care. Bilingual in English and Mandarin, supporting culturally sensitive, patient-centered care for the diverse San Gabriel Valley community. Seeking a full-time, fixed-schedule RN role within a hospital-based GI/OPS unit such as Keck Medicine of USC.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse — GI/Endoscopy & PACU
Advanced Diagnostic & Surgical Center (ADSC)
Alhambra, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Provide pre-, intra-, and post-procedure nursing care for patients undergoing GI endoscopic procedures (EGD, colonoscopy) in an ambulatory surgical center setting
- Monitor patients during conscious sedation and PACU recovery, managing airway, vital signs, and pain control per protocol
- Administer IV medications and ensure accurate clinical documentation per nursing standards
- Manage multiple recovering patients simultaneously in a fast-paced PACU environment, prioritizing care based on acuity and assessing each patient’s readiness for safe discharge per established criteria
- Educate patients and families on pre-procedure preparation and post-procedure care instructions
- Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure safe, efficient patient flow
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Temple City Adult Day Health Care
Temple City, CA
03.2023 - 10.2025
- Provided direct patient care for geriatric clients in an adult day health care setting, including medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Conducted patient assessments and documented care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff
- Completed RN licensure requirements while working full-time in this roll
Registered Nurse
Cheng Hsin General Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan
06.1996 - 06.1997
- Provided direct nursing care for patients in a cardiovascular surgery unit, including pre- and post-operative monitoring, vital signs assessment, wound care, and medication administration
- Collaborated with surgeons and the multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment
- Built foundational clinical skills in acute and surgical nursing care early in nursing career
Education
Associate's Degree - Nursing Science
Tajen University
Taiwan06.1996
Skills
- GI/Endoscopy and Outpatient Surgical (OPS) Care
- Conscious Sedation Monitoring
- PACU / Post-Anesthesia Recovery
- Pre-Op and Post-Op Care
- Emergency Recognition and Response
- Cardiac Nursing
- Geriatric Nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- IV Therapy
- Patient and Family Education
- Computer Skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, EMR documentation)
- Team Collaboration and Employee Relationship Building
- Bilingual (English/Mandarin)
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) — California Board of Registered Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — American Heart Association
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse — GI/Endoscopy & PACU
Advanced Diagnostic & Surgical Center (ADSC)
06.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Temple City Adult Day Health Care
03.2023 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
Cheng Hsin General Hospital
06.1996 - 06.1997
Associate's Degree - Nursing Science
Tajen University