Christine Oeser
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dynamic, service-oriented Healthcare Professional looking further to develop 14+ years of novel experience, rigorous learnings, and acquired expertise in nursing, acute and rehabilitative care, and patient care within various hospital settings. Compassionate vocational nurse with a performance history of utilizing medical care knowledge combined with keen vision and effective listening to correctly diagnose and resolve healthcare concerns at varying levels. Equipped with comprehensive proficiency in medication administration, wound care, foley catheterization, range of motion, isolation precautions, EKGs, documentation, blood glucose monitoring, nasal gastric tubes, pre-and post-op care, vital signs, patient assessment, tracheotomy care and suction, patient education, HIPAA, & JCAHO. Subject matter expert in providing specialized interventions based on physical, emotional, and psychosocial factors. Experienced in documenting patient records in computer systems, boosting productivity through superior patient interaction, and demonstrating knowledge in demographics, authorizations, ICD-9 codes, CPT codes, and referrals. Knowledgeable with IEHP, CCS referrals, HMO, and PPO while exhibiting an exemplary work ethic, a strong sense of dependability, and a commendable commitment to enhancing and improving healthcare principles.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Kaiser Permanente
Corona, CA
06.2013 - Current
- Perform related patient care functions such as taking temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure readings; applying and removing dressings; instructing the patient in self-administered treatments; obtaining specimens; assuring culture collection.
- Assist the physician or other medical staff personnel with examinations and treatments by selecting and passing instruments, providing support and restraint to the patient, draping, and other assistance as directed or required.
- Maintain intravenous flow rate, perform venipuncture and finger sticks to obtain blood samples, notify Registered Nurse of any problems and discontinue needles, except intra-cath and CVP lines.
- Provide assistance in areas or units assigned to develop, implement, and maintain established standards of care and safety.
- Administer pulse oximetry, humidification therapy, spirometer, oxygen therapy via a mask or nasal cannula, oral, nasal, trach suctioning, and sputum induction.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Riverside County Public Health
Riverside, CA
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Dispensed medications, immunizations, and treatments per doctor's orders and educated patients and families regarding pre-and post-operation care and when appropriate to institute.
- Triaged patients in person and over the telephone and informed providers/staff members of patients' urgent health care needs.
- Coordinated care and provided verbal authorization for medical treatment per policy, maintained ongoing compliance with county policies, and ensured cost-effective & quality patient care by appropriate utilization of medical resources.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Per Diem
Hemet Valley Recovery Center
Hemet, CA
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Assessed medical and psychological problems and reported significant findings to the physician and appropriate counselor.
- Completed initial medical and nutritional assessment and chemical dependency and suicide history.
- Monitored self-medication program and provided appropriate education to all staff and clients in the treatment program.
- Dispensed medications and treatments per doctor's orders and educated patients & families regarding pre-and post-operation care and when appropriate to institute.
Medical Assistant / LVN
Newport Family Medicine
Newport Beach, CA
06.2009 - 08.2011
- Successfully duplicated all office procedures, answered phones, interacted with roomed patients, and took patient vital signs.
- Administrated back-office functions including adult/peds immunization injections, dispensed medications, blood pressure, EKGs, INR readings, Glucose readings, TB readings, Colposcopy, EMB, IUD insertion, joint injections, and I & Ds.
- Performed spirometry readings, prescription call-in, and called patients to inform them of results while accountable for all prior authorization referrals with IEHP, CCS referrals, HMO, and PPO.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse Diploma -
Concorde Career College
Medical Assisting Diploma - undefined
American Career College
General Education Courses - undefined
Cypress College
Skills
- Patient Care & Engagement
- Health Education
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Vital Signs Taking & Recording
- Data Collection
- Oral Medication
- Medical Condition Assessment
- Medical Terminologies
- Strategic Planning
- Employee Training & Staff Development
- Performance Improvement
- Health Management
- Patient Care & Monitoring
- Problem Resolution
- Wound Care
- Acute & Rehabilitative Care
- GI Feeding & Tubes
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Strong Organization Skills
- Epic Healthcare Software
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
Websites
Certification
- State of California Licensed Vocational Nurse # VN 260081
- BLS – CPR, American Heart Association; 2011 – 2013
- Intravenous Therapy & Blood Withdrawal
- Advance Wound Care and 10Minute Head to Toe Assessment
Languages
Arabic
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Kaiser Permanente
06.2013 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Riverside County Public Health
01.2013 - 01.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Per Diem
Hemet Valley Recovery Center
01.2011 - 01.2020
Medical Assistant / LVN
Newport Family Medicine
06.2009 - 08.2011
Medical Assisting Diploma - undefined
American Career College
General Education Courses - undefined
Cypress College
Licensed Vocational Nurse Diploma -
Concorde Career College