Linda-Marie Tovar RN, BSN, PHN
1238 E. Live Oak Ct Anaheim
Summary
Compassionate and motivated graduate nurse with hands-on clinical experience and strong communication skills. Committed to ongoing professional growth and delivering high-quality, student-centered care. Eager to contribute to a supportive educational environment by promoting student health, safety, and well-being, and ensuring positive health outcomes as a valuable member of the healthcare team.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fundamentals
Main Place Senior Living
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted with basic patient care and ADLs for geriatric residents
- Practiced fundamental nursing skills including vital signs and documentation
Medical-Surgical I
Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Supported residents with dementia in a long-term care setting
- Collaborated with staff to provide safe medication administration and daily care
Mental Health
Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Observed and participated in therapeutic interventions for psychiatric patients
- Gained experience in patient safety and mental health assessments
Medical-Surgical II
Pacific Haven Subacute & Health Care Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided nursing care to patients in subacute and rehabilitation settings
- Monitored patients with complex medical needs, including ventilator support
Maternity/OB
Fountain Valley UCI Health
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and NICU units
- Supported mothers and newborns through various stages of care
Pediatrics
Camp James Summer Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered first-aid and health support for children in a camp environment
- Promoted health and safety education for campers and staff
Public Health
Project Access Cypress Villa Apartments
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Participated in community health outreach and education
- Assisted with screenings and health promotion activities
Medical-Surgical III
Coast Plaza Community Hospital
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Rotated through ER, Critical Care, ICU, and Med-Surg/Telemetry units
- Performed patient assessments, IV therapy, and emergency interventions
Integration/Preceptorship
UCI Health
01.2025 - 03.2025
- 1:1 Labor & Delivery preceptorship
- Gained hands-on experience in direct patient care and interdisciplinary teamwork
Child Life Volunteer
CHOC
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Engaged children with developmentally appropriate play activities to encourage emotional expression
- Provided distraction and comfort through movies, toys, video games and art activities
- Supported children and families with active listening and emotional support during hospital stays
Labor and Delivery/Mother Baby Unit Volunteer
St. Jude
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Completed clerical work such as preparing packets and making copies
- Assisted with preparing patient rooms and supplies
- Transported patients between units (NICU, L&D, Postpartum)
- Provided emotional and practical support for mothers, newborns, and families
Waitress
Ruby's Diner
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Education
Associate degree - Biological Sciences
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA06.2025
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate & Patient Advocacy
- Adaptable to Change
- Strong Communication
- Time Management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Flexible
- Dependable and responsible
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse (License#: 95427183)
- Public Health Nurse (License#: 576276)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS) – AHA
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card – Sure Fire CPR
- Stroke Certification (NIHSS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – AHA
- Fetal Heart Monitoring Certificate – AWHONN
Timeline
Integration/Preceptorship
UCI Health
01.2025 - 03.2025
Medical-Surgical III
Coast Plaza Community Hospital
11.2024 - 01.2025
Labor and Delivery/Mother Baby Unit Volunteer
St. Jude
10.2024 - 06.2025
Public Health
Project Access Cypress Villa Apartments
08.2024 - 11.2024
Pediatrics
Camp James Summer Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
Maternity/OB
Fountain Valley UCI Health
03.2024 - 06.2024
Medical-Surgical II
Pacific Haven Subacute & Health Care Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
Mental Health
Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health
11.2023 - 01.2024
Medical-Surgical I
Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
09.2023 - 11.2023
Fundamentals
Main Place Senior Living
07.2023 - 09.2023
Waitress
Ruby's Diner
01.2019 - 04.2021
Child Life Volunteer
CHOC
06.2016 - 05.2017
Associate degree - Biological Sciences
Long Beach City College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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