Zulema Kawakami
LVN
Fresno
Summary
Dedicated LVN with experience in medication administration, crisis intervention and diabetic care. Adaptable and adept at deescalating challenging situations. Proven track record of monitoring vital signs, conducting patient assessments, and providing compassionate support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Admissions Coordinator
Stars Behavioral Health Group
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitate intake assessments for new admissions
- Review referral packets to ensure compliance with admission policy guidelines
- Collaborate and report status changes and concerns to treatment team
- Compose daily summaries of assigned clients' progress and status
- Monitored patient health and provided essential care
- Administered psychotropic medications both orally and via shots as ordered, documenting dosage, time and efficacy
- Conduct group therapy sessions for admitted patients
- Monitored vital signs, requested and reviewed lab reports, conduct tuberculosis screenings
- Deescalation and crisis intervention of clients
- Provide diabetic care and management
- Complete incident reports for unusual occurrences according to company policy
LVN Student Nurse
Stars Behavioral Health Group
02.2023 - Current
- Conduct intake assessments during high-activity periods such as crisis situations and staffing shortages
- Support a 24/7 inpatient involuntary program for acute youth (ages 12-17). Ensuring adherence to individualized treatment plans
- Oversee client enrollment into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and coordinate with nursing and reception staff for accurate documentation
- Participate in treatment team meetings and other assigned meetings to support client care plans
- Ensure compliance with legal admission requirements, including 5150 holds, voluntary admissions, conservatorship, and guardian approved admissions
- Establish and maintain relationships with county agencies, healthcare facilities, insurers, and other resources to ensure a seamless continuum of care for clients
- Assist parents, guardians and individuals seeking mental health support for youth, providing referrals and guidance on appropriate care options
LVN
Horizon Health And Subacute Center
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Monitored vital signs, requested and evaluated lab reports
- Conduct daily and weekly client assessments in alignment with company guidelines and scope of practice
- Obtain blood glucose measurements and managed insulin administration in accordance with established care plan
- Reported status changes and concerns to RN and Doctor
- Collaborate with RN and Doctor to implement healthcare modifications
- Provide behavioral/emotional support and supervisions to those with dementia
- Provide catheter care
- Provide G-tube feedings and care
Education
Certificate -
Visalia Adult School
Visalia, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Critical thinking
Adaptable
Crisis intervention
Deescalation
Catheter care
Medication administration
Diabetic care
Patient intake
Documentation
Nursing care
Patient assessment
G-tube care
Timeline
Admissions Coordinator
Stars Behavioral Health Group
01.2025 - Current
LVN
Horizon Health And Subacute Center
01.2024 - 02.2025
LVN Student Nurse
Stars Behavioral Health Group
02.2023 - Current
Certificate -
Visalia Adult School
05.2001 -
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