Genesis Vargas
El Monte
Summary
Dedicated healthcare leader with over 14 years of experience in skilled nursing and long-term care. Progressed from Certified Nursing Assistant to Licensed Vocational Nurse/Charge Nurse and currently serves as Director of Staff Development. Experienced in clinical leadership, staff education, competency validation, regulatory compliance, survey readiness, and quality improvement initiatives. Passionate about developing healthcare professionals and promoting excellent resident care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Staff Development (DSD)
Baldwin Gardens Nursing Center
Temple City, CA
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinate and oversee employee education and training programs.
- Conduct new hire orientation and annual mandatory in-services.
- Track employee licenses, certifications, CPR compliance, and continuing education requirements.
- Perform competency validations and skills assessments.
- Maintain compliance with CMS, CDPH, OSHA, and facility regulations.
- Assist with survey preparation and corrective action plans.
- Collaborate with department managers to identify educational needs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Charge Nurse
Baldwin Gardens Nursing Center
Temple City, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated daily resident care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Assessed resident conditions and reported changes to physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and care plans.
- Responded to emergencies and provided clinical leadership during shifts.
- Ensured compliance with infection control and safety standards.
- Mentored CNAs and newly hired nursing staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Baldwin Gardens Nursing Center
Temple City, CA
01.2012 - Current
- Provided direct resident care and assistance with activities of daily living.
- Assisted residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Monitored and reported changes in resident condition.
- Maintained accurate documentation and promoted resident safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide quality care.
Education
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Integrity College of Health
Pasadena, CA10-2018
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
El Monte-Rosemead Adult School
El Monte, CA07-2007
Skills
- Staff Development & Education
- Clinical Leadership
- Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care
- Regulatory Compliance
- Survey Readiness
- Competency Validation
- Employee Orientation
- CPR & License Tracking
- Infection Prevention
- Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI)
- Team Development
- Documentation & Auditing
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), California
- Director of Staff Development (DSD)
- CPR/BLS Certification
Professional Highlights
- Over 14 years of progressive healthcare experience.
- Advanced from CNA to LVN/Charge Nurse and currently Director of Staff Development.
- Extensive experience preparing staff for regulatory surveys and maintaining compliance.
- Skilled in employee training, orientation, competency validation, and performance improvement.
- Strong advocate for resident-centered care and staff development.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Staff Development (DSD)
Baldwin Gardens Nursing Center
12.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Charge Nurse
Baldwin Gardens Nursing Center
01.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Baldwin Gardens Nursing Center
01.2012 - Current
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Integrity College of Health
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
El Monte-Rosemead Adult School