Natalie Cortez
Los Angeles
Summary
I am a seasoned and determined LVN. I am compassionate and offer a strong background in caring for patients. I am ready to learn as I continue through this my journey. I am a kind and approachable worker with dedication to the quality of work and performance.
Healthcare professional with well-rounded skill set in patient care and medical support. Recognized for adeptly handling patient assessments and providing consistent, high-quality care. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare environments, ensuring seamless patient experiences and outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
California Post Acute Care
06.2023 - Current
- Medication administration/injections, Charge nurse, Patient care, Delegate nursing duties, Document nurse performance, Managing/supervising nurses/CNAs, Monitoring and ordering medication, Speaking to pharmacies, Discipline nursing staff when necessary, Mentoring student nurses, Monitoring patient care quality, Ensuring medical equipment is functioning properly, Flushing/starting g-tubes and checking placement, Documenting change of conditions/ care plans/ nursing notes, Communicating with MD
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Costa Del Sol Healthcare
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Medication administration/injections, Charge nurse, Patient care, Delegate nursing duties, Document nurse performance, Managing/supervising CNAs, Monitoring and ordering medication, Monitoring patient care quality, Nursing notes
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Cedar Sinai Medical Center
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment, Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies, Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations, Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight, Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing, Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments, Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills, Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed, Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens, Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Orthopedic Institute for Children
11.2016 - 06.2020
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment, Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies, Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations, Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight, Assisted surgeons in scheduling surgeries, Worked closely with cerebral palsy and tumor surgeons, Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions, Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician, Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed, Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills, Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments, Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing, Patient Condition Monitoring, Patient Advocacy, Infection Control Procedures
Education
No Degree: Vocational Nursing -
American Career College
Los Angeles, CAHigh School Diploma -
South East High School
South Gate, CA06.2012
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Team Leadership
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Emotional Support
- Charting and Documentation
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Maintaining Information Confidentiality
- Medication Administration
- Pediatric Nursing
- Wound Management
- Patient Feeding
- IV and Nasogastric Tube Insertion
- Compassionate care
Certification
- Licensed (Vocational Nurse)
- DSD Certified (Director of Staff Development)
- Infection Control Certified (IP Nurse)
- MDS Certified (Minimal Data Set Nurse)
- Certified (Medical Assistant)
- Certified (Intravenous Therapy/Blood Withdrawal for Licensed Vocational Nurses)
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
- Fire Safety
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
California Post Acute Care
06.2023 - Current
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Costa Del Sol Healthcare
11.2022 - 06.2023
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Cedar Sinai Medical Center
06.2020 - 02.2021
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Orthopedic Institute for Children
11.2016 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
South East High School
- Licensed (Vocational Nurse)
- DSD Certified (Director of Staff Development)
- Infection Control Certified (IP Nurse)
- MDS Certified (Minimal Data Set Nurse)
- Certified (Medical Assistant)
- Certified (Intravenous Therapy/Blood Withdrawal for Licensed Vocational Nurses)
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
- Fire Safety
No Degree: Vocational Nursing -
American Career College
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