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Gabriella Ruiz

San Jose

Summary

Licensed Vocational Nurse currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Unitek College. Experienced in skilled nursing leadership roles including charge nurse, shift supervisor, admissions, and treatment nurse responsibilities. Strong background in medication management, wound care, patient assessment, and interdisciplinary coordination. Committed to safe, patient-centered care and continued professional growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

LVN Charge Nurse

The Villas At Saratoga
Saratoga Los Gatos
01.2023 - Current

Charge Nurse / Shift Supervisor

  • Supervised licensed nursing staff and CNAs during assigned shifts
  • Delegated assignments and ensured continuity of care
  • Managed acute changes in patient condition and initiated provider communication
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary care and admissions/discharges
  • Oversaw care for up to 33 residents per shift, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality standards, and continuity of care.

Admissions Nurse

  • Completed admission assessments and medication reconciliation
  • Reviewed hospital discharge summaries and implemented new provider orders
  • Initiated care plans and ensured regulatory compliance

Treatment Nurse

  • Performed wound assessments and complex dressing changes
  • Managed pressure injuries and monitored treatment progression
  • Maintained infection control standards

Staff Nurse Responsibilities

  • Administered oral, IM, subcutaneous, and topical medications per provider orders
  • Administered medications via gastrostomy tube (G-tube) and managed enteral feedings
  • Monitored vital signs, intake/output, and condition changes
  • Maintained accurate electronic health record documentation

Education

Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing

Unitek College
San Jose, CA
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Unitek College
Fremont, CA

Skills

Leadership and Delegation

Medication Administration

Wound and Treatment Management

Admissions and Care Planning

Interdisciplinary Communication

Infection Control

Clinical Documentation

Clinical Judgment and Prioritization

Certification

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), California – Active & In Good Standing

Timeline

LVN Charge Nurse

The Villas At Saratoga
01.2023 - Current

Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing

Unitek College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Unitek College
Gabriella Ruiz