PATRIA GENE I. NOCUM
Modesto
Summary
Hard working and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4017
4017
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
French Camp
04.2025 - Current
- Provide direct patient care to veterans in a primary care clinic setting, including vital signs, patient intake, and health assessments
- Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments while ensuring patient comfort and safety
- Administer medications, injections, and immunizations in accordance with provider orders and VA protocols
- Perform EKGs, and other clinical procedures as required
- Coordinate patient care by scheduling appointments, managing follow-ups, and facilitating referrals to specialty services
- Educate patients and families on disease management, medications, and preventive health measures
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system (CPRS)
- Ensure compliance with infection control, safety standards, and VA policies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support continuity and quality of care
LVN Wound Nurse/Charge Nurse - 5 Days/week
Vintage Faire Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2015 - 04.2025
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Point Click Care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
LVN - 2x/week
Hy-Lond Health Care Center
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Certified Nursing Assistant - Full Time
Villa Elena Healthcare Center
07.2007 - 12.2007
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Vocational - Vocational Nursing
Medical Allied Career Center
Santa Fe Springs, CaCertification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Allied Career Center
Santa Fe Springs, CaSkills
- Data Collection
- Recordkeeping and Maintenance
- Charting and Documenting
- Medical Records Management
- Health Education
- Patient Care Standards
- Wound Dressing
- Chronic Disease Management
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse, BVNPT
License # 262741
Issued: Nov 30, 2013 Exp: Nov 30, 2027
Additional Information
Professional References:
• Marisol Manipol, Nurse Manager PH: (650)407-9726
• Dorthia Daudier, Assistant Nurse Manager PH: (209) 564-0632
•Cathleen Crutchfield, RN - PH: (209)534-5906
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2025 - Current
LVN Wound Nurse/Charge Nurse - 5 Days/week
Vintage Faire Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2015 - 04.2025
LVN - 2x/week
Hy-Lond Health Care Center
11.2013 - 05.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant - Full Time
Villa Elena Healthcare Center
07.2007 - 12.2007
Vocational - Vocational Nursing
Medical Allied Career Center
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Allied Career Center