Susana B. Ramirez
Sacramento
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse shaped by experience across acute care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, community health, and public service settings, providing care to diverse and medically complex populations including adults, pediatric patients, and underserved communities. Developed a strong clinical foundation in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and recognizing changes in patient condition while supporting both short-term recovery and long-term care needs. Drawn to nursing for its ability to meet patients where they are-whether through the consistency required in dialysis care, the continuity of skilled nursing, the recovery process in rehabilitation, or the behavioral support and advocacy essential in psychiatric and community-based settings. Known for being dependable, observant, and able to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments, while creating a sense of safety, trust, and respect for every patient. Grounded in compassion and shaped by a background in public service, I bring strong communication, cultural awareness, and a patient-centered approach to care. Committed to continuous growth, learning quickly, and contributing to safe, thoughtful, and high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Vibra Hospital of Sacramento
Folsom
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted with care for patients with severe cardiac conditions, including heart failure, post-CABG recovery, dysrhythmias, and post-MI stabilization, while monitoring vitals, cardiac symptoms, edema, oxygenation, and fluid balance trends.
- Enhanced crisis management and clinical judgment skills in fast-paced, high-acuity environment, effectively responding to deteriorating patients and adapting to rapid condition changes.
- Managed care for fall-risk patients, implemented isolation precautions, and supported post-op recovery and chronic illness management in a hospital setting.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team including RT, PT/OT, case management, and physicians to support individualized care plans, rehabilitation goals, and discharge planning.
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Modesto Gospel Mission Medical Services
Modesto
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided direct patient care to underserved and high-need populations, demonstrating strong cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and trauma-informed communication.
- Educated patients on hygiene, medication safety, nutrition, preventive care, and follow-up instructions, enhancing their understanding and self-management.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and caregivers, prioritizing respect, dignity, and safety.
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Folsom Care Center
Folsom
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Performed head-to-toe assessments and documented findings using facility EHR systems with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Administered medications under RN supervision, including PO, topical, insulin, and PRN, while monitoring for adverse reactions to ensure patient safety.
- Coordinated enteral feeding procedures by checking residuals, flushing tubes, and ensuring safe operation of feeding pumps to promote patient nutrition.
- Supported post-acute rehabilitation care for patients recovering from surgery, fractures, strokes, and chronic illnesses, enhancing their recovery process.
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Arbor Rehabilitation Nursing Center
Lodi
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Executed aseptic techniques for wound care and monitoring, promoting optimal healing in clinical settings.
- Admitted and discharged residents, monitored vitals, and prepared lab specimens to ensure accurate patient assessments.
- Knowledgeable in the use of evidence-based literature to develop health promotion and disease prevention programs for individuals, families, communities, and diverse populations.
Client Services Specialist/ Case Worker
Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance
Sacramento
06.2022 - 02.2025
- Provided direct support to individuals and families facing financial, medical, and social hardships, enhancing their access to necessary resources and services.
- Handled multiple caseloads simultaneously, ensuring compliance with county policies and meeting strict deadlines to improve service delivery.
- Managed high-volume data entry and updated case files with exceptional accuracy, streamlining paperwork processing and verifying eligibility.
- Maintained confidentiality, upheld HIPAA standards, and demonstrated strong professionalism in highly sensitive situations.
Healthcare Services Coordinator
Health Care Options
Sacramento
06.2022 - 02.2025
- Identified clients' unmet needs and connected them to appropriate medical, mental health, transportation, nutrition, and social resources.
- Managed large caseloads and navigated complex health policy guidelines, demonstrating strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Exhibited empathy, patience, and trauma-informed communication during interactions with clients experiencing medical, financial, and emotional stressors.
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills while serving diverse populations, including elderly clients, individuals with disabilities, non-English speakers, and high-risk families.
Education
Vocational Nursing Program (LVN) - Sacramento, CA
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Sacramento, CA12-2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Safety monitoring
- Wound care
- Infection prevention
- Fluid balance
- Chronic care management
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Health literacy
- Behavioral health awareness
- Therapeutic communication
- Mobility assistance
- Rehabilitation support
- Patient-centered approach
- Clinical documentation
- EHR accuracy
- Clinical awareness
- Attention to detail
- Observation skills
- Communication skills
- Patient focus
- Language support
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse, CA, 759576, 07/31/27
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross, 03/2027
Professional Attributes
- Calm under pressure
- Highly adaptable
- Strong clinical awareness
- Patient-focused presence
- Detail-driven
- Observant and proactive
- Reliable and accountable
- Effective communicator
- Bilingual, Fluent in both Spanish and English
References
- Bruce Kilday, Position | Company, 465-654-3456, dummy@mysite.com
- Manuel Rodriguez, Position | Company, 465-654-3456, dummy@mysite.com
- Tabitha Somers, Position | Company, 465-654-3456, dummy@mysite.com
- Giovanni Alejo, Position | Company, 465-654-3456, dummy@mysite.com
- Kimberly Deluna, Supervisor | ny, 465-654-3456, dummy@mysite.com
- Felipe Villar, Manager | Health Care Options, 465-654-3456, dummy@mysite.com
Community Outreach
- Sacramento County Wellness & Prevention Fair, Sacramento, CA
- Sacramento County Community Health Outreach Program, Sacramento, CA
Professional Development
IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal Certification, In Progress
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Vibra Hospital of Sacramento
09.2025 - 12.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Modesto Gospel Mission Medical Services
09.2025 - 12.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Folsom Care Center
07.2025 - 09.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse student
Arbor Rehabilitation Nursing Center
03.2025 - 06.2025
Client Services Specialist/ Case Worker
Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance
06.2022 - 02.2025
Healthcare Services Coordinator
Health Care Options
06.2022 - 02.2025
Vocational Nursing Program (LVN) - Sacramento, CA
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts