Jacquelyne Leon
Riverbank
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with eight years in correctional healthcare, behavioral health, school nursing, and patient education. Developed future nurses through mentorship and clinical instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills while prioritizing patient safety and professionalism.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Intake & Triage Nurse
Wellpath
Modesto
04.2024 - Current
- Perform comprehensive intake assessments and triage patients to identify immediate healthcare needs and prioritize treatment.
- Assessed acute and chronic medical conditions using critical thinking and clinical judgment to initiate timely nursing interventions.
- Coordinated safe, high-quality patient care through collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, mental health professionals, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Respond rapidly to medical emergencies, utilizing sound clinical judgment and effective teamwork in high-pressure situations.
- Administer medications, treatments, diagnostic testing, and emergency care in accordance with provider orders and organizational policies.
- Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation while ensuring compliance with regulatory and correctional healthcare standards.
- Provide patient education regarding medications, chronic disease management, preventive health, and follow-up care.
- Serve as a preceptor for newly hired nurses by providing orientation, clinical training, mentorship, and ongoing support to promote competency and confidence.
- Reinforced organizational policies, documentation standards, and patient safety initiatives by modeling evidence-based nursing practice.
School Nurse (LVN)
Maxim Healthcare
Modesto
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Educated faculty and staff on Dravet Syndrome and emergency seizure management to enhance response readiness.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and school district policies.
- Collaborated with families, educators, and healthcare providers to promote student health and safety.
- Collaborated with families, educators, and healthcare providers to develop strategies that promote student health and safety.
- Advocated for students while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with school staff on health policies and emergency plans.
- Advised parents and guardians on child's health status to ensure informed care decisions at school and home.
LVN
California Medical Facility
Vacaville
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care within a correctional healthcare setting.
- Performed patient assessments and administered medications to ensure effective treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
- Implemented suicide precautions and maintained medical observation with accurate documentation to enhance patient safety.
- Monitored and enforced compliance with institutional policies and patient safety standards to uphold care quality.
LVN Shift Supervisor
Anka Behavioral Health
Carmichael
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Supervised nursing staff, delegating assignments to optimize patient care within scope of practice.
- Coordinated admissions and discharges, ensuring efficient medication administration and continuity of care.
- Audited electronic health records for quality and compliance.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups and patient education.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Mentored staff and promoted quality improvement initiatives, enhancing team skills and patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University
04.2022 - 04.2024
LVN to RN Bridge Program -
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
01.2019 - 08.2019
Skills
- Intake assessment
- Triage assessment
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment
- Patient Care Coordination
- Emergency Response
- Evidence-Based Practice
- EHR systems
- Clinical decision-making
- Critical analysis
- Analytical skills
- Patient and Staff Education
- Patient teaching
- Teamwork
Certification
- Registered Nurse - California
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- EKG Certification
- Public Health Nurse (PHN)
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Intake & Triage Nurse
Wellpath
04.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University
04.2022 - 04.2024
School Nurse (LVN)
Maxim Healthcare
09.2019 - 11.2019
LVN to RN Bridge Program -
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
01.2019 - 08.2019
LVN
California Medical Facility
01.2018 - 11.2018
LVN Shift Supervisor
Anka Behavioral Health
04.2016 - 12.2017