Itzel Farias
Lancaster
Summary
I am a highly motivated, compassionate, responsible nursing graduate seeking position as an LVN, where to apply my knowledge in both theory and clinical skills. Doing so in a safe, effective, and professional manner. Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Ritas Congregate INC
09.2023 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Student Nurse
Ellison John Transitional Care Center
06.2023 - Current
- With direct supervision of my Clinical Instructor, act as Charge Nurse in collaboration with LVN in the unit to create assignments for health care team. Organized /supervised a team of student nurses and evaluated patient care needs/provided, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
Student Nurse
Antelope Valley Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted RNs in monitoring patients in labor by monitoring fetal heart tones, patients on Pitocin/oxytocin, and for any epidural reactions
- Post-Partum assessments for New Mother and Newborn; V/S, Post C section care, Screening, Fundal Height, Lactation/breast feedings and Labs
- Patient Education/teaching
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palmdale Congregate
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted in daily living activities for patients, promoting independence and dignity throughout the caregiving process.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving patients, demonstrating strong critical thinking skills under pressure while working closely with the medical team to provide lifesaving interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications under supervision, maintaining proper dosage and timing for each patient''s unique needs.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various needs.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
High Desert Medical College
Lancaster, Ca02.2025
Medical Assistant Certification -
High Desert Medical College
Lancaster, CA03-2023
Skills
- Blood withdrawal
- Injections (IM, Sub Q, Intradermal)
- Wound cleaning/care
- Infection control standards
- Respiratory Tx (O2, inhalers)
- Colostomy care
- Gastroenteral nutrition, feedings/care
- Specimen collections
- Medication administrations
- Computerized charting (Cerner)/PCC
- V/S, Head to Toe Assessments, Patient Teaching
- Speak/Write/Translate in Spanish
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology
- Geriatric care
- Healthcare ethics
- Feeding assistance expert
- Specimen collection
License And Certifications
- Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of California, Pending
- IV and Blood Withdrawal Certificate, Pending
- Basic Life Support (BSL) Certification, Active
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palmdale Congregate
12.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Ritas Congregate INC
09.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
Ellison John Transitional Care Center
06.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
Antelope Valley Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nursing
High Desert Medical College
Medical Assistant Certification -
High Desert Medical College
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