Natalie Joy
Lemoore
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) looking to reenter the nursing field after a 6 year hiatus, Proficient in clinical judgment and patient care management, with a strong track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes. Skilled in supervising staff and optimizing care processes. Committed to providing excellent patient care and enhancing overall healthcare delivery.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
06.2015 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, maintaining adherence.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
LVN
Armona Union Elementary School District
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring patient safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Monitored student health conditions, identifying changes and communicating effectively with parents and staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for students, enhancing overall health outcomes within the district.
- Assisted in emergency response situations, providing first aid and stabilizing students until further medical assistance arrived.
LVN Charge Nurse
Quail Park on Cypress
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
- Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
LVN Program Manager
Mentor Network / Lloyd's Liberty Homes
02.2006 - 10.2009
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and care plans.
- CPR instructor for the company
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Interviewed, hired, and supervised caregivers at a six bed residential DDN home.
- Provided enteral nutrition by overseeing and administering tube feedings.
- Facilitated and conducted monthly and quarterly fire safety and evacuation drills.
LVN Charge Nurse
Carrington Pointe Assisted Living
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Trained staff on new protocols and procedures, promoting adherence to best practices in nursing care.
- Conducted regular health assessments, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare providers.
- Led shift meetings to discuss challenges, share updates, and ensure continuity of care among team members.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Lemoore College
Lemoore, CA05-2024
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing Program
Hanford Adult School
Hanford, CA05-2003
Skills
- Medication administration
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Postoperative care
- Reporting and documentation
- Transcribing orders
- Family communication
- Staff supervision
- End-of-life care
Timeline
LVN
Armona Union Elementary School District
01.2020 - 08.2020
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
06.2015 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Quail Park on Cypress
11.2009 - 11.2011
LVN Program Manager
Mentor Network / Lloyd's Liberty Homes
02.2006 - 10.2009
LVN Charge Nurse
Carrington Pointe Assisted Living
01.2004 - 01.2006
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Lemoore College
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing Program
Hanford Adult School