James Williams
Los Angeles
Summary
LVN with working knowledge of full spectrum of psychiatric illness related problems including homelessness, HIV, criminal justice history. Special history treating patients with history of substance abuse including detoxification.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc
08.2023 - 11.2024
LVN
National Health Foundation
05.2020 - 07.2023
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Tarzana Treatment Centers
12.2011 - 10.2019
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and blood glucose testing
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
LVN Charge Nurse
Phoenix House
09.2012 - 04.2015
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility
Medical Assistant
Tarzana Treatment Centers
07.2010 - 12.2011
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency
- Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files
Van Driver
Tarzana Treatment Centers
04.2004 - 07.2009
- Transported clients to appointments and court hearings, delivering compassionate, continued support in difficult situations
- Offered assistance to disabled passengers and stowed wheelchairs and other equipment correctly
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm
Education
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
American Career College
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Intravenous Therapy
- Blood Withdrawal
- Fire Safety
- First Aid
- Life Support
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc
08.2023 - 11.2024
LVN
National Health Foundation
05.2020 - 07.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Phoenix House
09.2012 - 04.2015
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Tarzana Treatment Centers
12.2011 - 10.2019
Medical Assistant
Tarzana Treatment Centers
07.2010 - 12.2011
Van Driver
Tarzana Treatment Centers
04.2004 - 07.2009
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
American Career College
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