Felicia Juarez
Whittier
Summary
Dedicated Oncology Hematology professional with 22 years of experience in clinical services, including patient preparation, vital assessments, venipuncture, and medication administration. Experienced in laboratory procedures, specimen preparation, and EMR systems. Combines clinical expertise with strong communication skills to enhance patient care and address healthcare challenges. Seeking to contribute to Cedars Sinai Oncology Hematology team.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Supervisor
Whittier First Dsy
Whittier
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to healthcare standards and policies, enhancing patient care quality.
- Monitored client medication schedules to ensure adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Instructed staff on CPR techniques to ensure preparedness in emergency situations.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical procedures and best practices.
- Evaluated nursing performance through regular assessments and feedback sessions, fostering professional development and accountability.
- Implemented training programs for new hires on facility protocols and procedures.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss patient care updates and concerns.
- Facilitated communication between departments to improve coordination of patient services and care delivery.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams and facility staff.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of services to patients.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership skills while managing complex situations with tactfulness and diplomacy.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding patient care, treatments, medications, and other relevant information.
- Advised nursing staff on proper procedures and techniques related to patient care.
- Create safety protocols and procedures for all facilities
- Collaborated with team members to develop protocols for new medical equipment or technology implementations.
LVN
Sonobello
Beverly Hills
01.2023 - Current
- Performed preliminary physical examination, such as taking blood pressure, obtaining weight, temperature and accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Advised patients on pre-operative information to ensure understanding and preparedness for surgery.
- Advised patients on pre-operative information for precise surgery.
- Administer preoperative medication as needed.
- Prepared patients and operating room on day of procedure for optimal workflow and patient safety.
- Set up surgical trays with necessary instruments for the procedure. for precise procedure.
- Assisted physician in OR during surgery by providing necessary instruments and support for efficient procedure.
LVN
DocGo
Torrance
01.2023 - Current
- Traveled to patients' home.
- Collected laboratory specimens via venipuncture phlebotomy skills.
- Collected laboratory specimens through venipuncture, ensuring accurate and timely sample acquisition.
- Performed EKGs.
- Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relationships through effective communication with lab facilities.
- Served as liaison between physician and patient, addressing inquiries and delivering test results to enhance patient understanding.
- Established and nurtured positive relationships with lab facilities through clear communication and collaboration.
- Kept DOCGO vehicle stocked with sufficient supplies, promptly placing replenishment orders before depletion.
Medical Assistant
PIH Oncology Hematology
Downey
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted interviews to gather health history and any current medical issues.
- Performed preliminary physical examination, such as obtaining blood pressure, obtaining weight, temperature and accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Administered medications as needed.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures according to patient requirements.
- Performed EKGs.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures including but not limited to the above mentioned procedures.
- Discontinued chemotherapy and hydration IV treatments.
- Facilitated timely prescription refills by preparing requests on behalf of physician.
- Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds and reagents.
- Streamlined organization of lab test solutions, compounds, and reagents for efficient lab operations.
- Referred quality control data to Clinical Laboratory Scientist Coordinator.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relationships through effective communication with lab facilities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with lab facilities through clear and effective communication.
- Called patient with results as directed by physician.
- Called patients to deliver test results per physician instructions.
- Obtained authorizations for diagnostic imaging and medications.
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
Upland
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Conducted interviews to gather health history and any current medical issues.
- Performed preliminary physical examination, such as obtaining blood pressure, obtaining weight, temperature and accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Administered medications as needed.
- Administered medications according to physician's orders.
- Performed phlebotomy according to established procedures.
- Performed EKGs.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures including but not limited to the above mentioned procedures.
- Discontinued chemotherapy and hydration IV treatments.
- Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
- Maintained supply inventory, ensuring timely replenishment to support uninterrupted patient care.
- Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
- Facilitated communication between physician and patient, addressing inquiries and delivering test results to enhance patient understanding.
- Organized and sanitized treatment rooms, ensuring readiness for patient procedures and promoting a safe environment.
- Recorded known control values from technical instruments to boost reliability and accuracy in test results reporting on a daily basis.
- Referred quality control data to Clinical Laboratory Scientist Coordinator.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relationships through effective communication with lab facilities.
- Promptly and efficiently distributed specimens to different facilities and labs.
- Called patient with results as directed by physician.
- Called patient with results following physician's instructions.
- Obtained authorizations for diagnostic imaging and medication treatments.
Medical Assistant
Specialty Orthopedics
Scottsdale
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Escorted patients to exam room.
- Conducted interviews to gather health history and any current medical issues.
- Performed preliminary physical examination, such as obtaining blood pressure, obtaining weight, temperature and accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Collected laboratory specimens via venipuncture using phlebotomy skills.
- Performed phlebotomy for blood sample collection.
- Performed EKGs.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort prior to blood draws, injections, chemotherapy and procedures such as phlebotomies, bone marrow aspiration/biopsies, intrathecal chemo treatments, thoracentesis and paracentesis.
- Assisted physicians in preparing patients for various procedures, ensuring patient comfort and readiness.
- Discontinued chemotherapy and hydration IV treatments.
- Maintained and calibrated office equipment and lab instruments to ensure optimal functionality and accurate testing.
- Served as liaison between physician and patient, addressing inquiries and effectively communicating test results.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds and reagents.
- Recorded known control values from technical instruments to boost reliability and accuracy in test results reporting on a daily basis.
- Referred quality control data to Clinical Laboratory Scientist Coordinator.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relationships through effective communication with lab facilities.
- Promptly and efficiently distributed specimens to different facilities and labs.
- Called patients to deliver test results.
- Obtained authorizations for diagnostic imaging and treatments.
Medical Assistant III
UCLA Health System
Los Angeles
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Cardiology Department
- Assisted physicians during patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and ensured timely appointments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and documented results accurately.
Medical Assistant
Pacific Shores Medical Group
Long Beach
08.2008 - 09.2019
- Escorted patients to exam room to ensure timely and efficient patient flow.
- Performed preliminary physical examination, such as obtaining blood pressure, obtaining weight, temperature and accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Administered medications as needed.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Performed phlebotomy for blood sample collection.
- Performed EKGs.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures including but not limited to the above mentioned procedures.
- Discontinued chemotherapy and hydration IV treatments.
- Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
- Prepared prescription refill requests to streamline patient care and minimize delays in treatment.
- Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds, and reagents to maintain operational efficiency in laboratory processes.
- Referred quality control data to Clinical Laboratory Scientist Coordinator.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relationships through effective communication with lab facilities.
- Promptly and efficiently distributed specimens to different facilities and labs.
- Called patient with results as directed by physician.
- Called patients to relay test results from physician.
- Obtained authorizations for diagnostic imaging and treatments.
- Assisted with oncology and hematology patient care.
Medical Assistant
Oncology Hematology Consultants
Long Beach
05.2003 - 03.2008
- Performed preliminary physical examination, such as obtaining blood pressure, obtaining weight, temperature and accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Administered medications as needed.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Performed phlebotomy for required laboratory tests.
- Performed EKGs.
- Positioned patients for comfort prior to blood draws, injections, and procedures including phlebotomies, bone marrow aspirations, intrathecal chemo treatments, thoracentesis, and paracentesis to enhance patient experience.
- Discontinued chemotherapy and hydration IV treatments.
- Discontinued chemotherapy and hydration IV treatments, ensuring patient safety and comfort during transitions.
- Kept facility stocked with sufficient supplies, promptly placing replenishment orders before depletion.
- Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds and reagents.
- Recorded known control values from technical instruments to boost reliability and accuracy in test results reporting on a daily basis.
- Referred quality control data to Clinical Laboratory Scientist Coordinator.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relationships through effective communication with lab facilities.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with lab facilities through effective communication, facilitating smooth operations and collaboration.
- Called patient with results as directed by physician.
- Called patients to communicate test results.
- Obtained authorizations for diagnostic imaging and treatment procedures.
- Specialized in oncology and hematology patient care.
Education
LVN Program -
American Career College
Anaheim, CAMedical Assistant certificate/Diploma - EKG certificate, Venipuncture
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Long Beach, CAHigh School Diploma -
LA SERNA HIGH SCHOOL
Whittier, CASkills
- Clinical management
- Patient documentation
- Injections
- Phlebotomy
- Venipuncture
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Vital signs
- Laboratory tests
- Laboratory equipment
- Medical terminology
- Patient billing
- Medical supply inventory
- Supply management
- Wounds
- Office
- CPR
Timeline
LVN Supervisor
Whittier First Dsy
07.2025 - Current
LVN
Sonobello
01.2023 - Current
LVN
DocGo
01.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
PIH Oncology Hematology
05.2022 - 06.2023
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
01.2022 - 04.2022
Medical Assistant
Specialty Orthopedics
02.2020 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant III
UCLA Health System
09.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Assistant
Pacific Shores Medical Group
08.2008 - 09.2019
Medical Assistant
Oncology Hematology Consultants
05.2003 - 03.2008
LVN Program -
American Career College
Medical Assistant certificate/Diploma - EKG certificate, Venipuncture
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
High School Diploma -
LA SERNA HIGH SCHOOL