Tiphnee Togia
Oxnard
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive clinical training and over 14 years of healthcare experience. Proficient in Med-surg, Home Health, and medication administration, with expertise in EMR documentation and tracheostomy care. Committed to delivering patient-centered support and quality care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Aurora Vista Del Mar Hospital
Ventura
02.2026 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment in patient areas.
- Documented patient interactions and observations accurately.
- Followed hospital protocols for emergency situations and crisis interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
Facilities Manager
Caring Concern Residential Homes
Ventura
02.2019 - 09.2022
- Provided daily personal care and assistance to clients with diverse needs.
- Facilitated client mobility and transportation to appointments and activities, enhancing access to necessary services.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Engaged families in discussions about client well-being and care plans, fostering collaborative support.
- Documented daily activities and health status in client records accurately.
- Provided training to new caregivers on best practices for client support and safety measures, ensuring high-quality care delivery.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Utilized safe lifting and transferring techniques to assist residents during mobility and transportation.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Caregiver
Epiphany Homes
Oxnard
11.2012 - 02.2017
- Supported clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene to promote comfort and independence.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medication according to healthcare professionals' instructions.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerns to ensure timely interventions.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Arranged transportation for clients to medical appointments and social events to enhance access to care and social engagement.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nursing
Career Care Institute
Oxnard, CA01-2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trinity School of Nursing
Ventura, CA01-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Ventura College
Ventura, CA04-2026
Skills
- Mental Health Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Support
- Cognitive Behavioral Techniques
- Patient Engagement
- Patient monitoring
- Therapeutic Communication
- Measurement of vital signs
- Data Collection
- CPR/AED
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Leadership
- Active Listening
Languages
English
Professional
Samoan
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Certification
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Aurora Vista Del Mar Hospital
02.2026 - Current
Facilities Manager
Caring Concern Residential Homes
02.2019 - 09.2022
Caregiver
Epiphany Homes
11.2012 - 02.2017
Licensed Vocational Nursing
Career Care Institute
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trinity School of Nursing
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Ventura College