Vanessa Vega
Maywood
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Case Manager
Regal Medical Group
09.2024 - Current
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Advocated for patient needs, addressing concerns with healthcare providers and insurance companies to ensure optimal care was received.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, prioritizing high-risk cases while ensuring all patients received appropriate attention and support.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through vigilant monitoring and prompt intervention for at-risk patients.
- Promoted continuity of care by coordinating with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members in the development of discharge plans.
- Conducted field visits to assess patients progress and needs, identify barriers and establish rapport.
LVN Nurse Manager
National Health Foundation
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Identified potential problems that could impact the quality of care delivered to patients including issues related to staffing or equipment shortages and deficiencies.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress and plan care strategies.
- Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
- Developed agendas for meetings and events, ensuring timely completion of all tasks.
- Developed and maintained relationships with medical insurance partners and vendors.
- Managed budgets for nursing department, tracking spending to ensure adherence to financial guidelines.
LVN Medical Coordinator
National Health Foundation
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Facilitated communication between physicians, staff members and outside agencies involved in patient care.
- Educated patients about post-treatment plans following discharge from hospitalization.
- Conducted routine check-ups with patients, monitored vital signs and provided medication education.
- Assessed patient complaints or symptoms to determine appropriate course of action.
- Created detailed progress notes for each patient check-in to document changes in condition.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
- Organized and tracked patients' appointments, referrals to specialists and follow-up visits.
- Provided guidance on preventive health measures to promote healthy lifestyles in patients.
- Advised patients on medication management, dietary restrictions and lifestyle modifications.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
LVN
Barbour and Floyd Medical Associates
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Obtained and documented patient vital signs.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care services.
- Educated patients on medication purposes, dosages, and potential side effects.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care and medication management strategies.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for entering medication orders and patient information.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Assisted with the storage, distribution, and management of medication inventory to ensure availability.
- Answered office phone and emails to schedule appointments, answer questions and document information.
LVN
DEL AMO HOSPITAL
02.2016 - 01.2021
- Treat patients with substance abuse/addiction disorders, mood disorders, depressive disorders
- Psychotic disorders, attention deficit disorders, eating disorders, and behavioral disorders in a 166-bed
- Hospital
- Monitor patients' mental and emotional condition and frequently assess potential safety concerns
- Monitor and accurately record controlled medications
- Transcribe and administer medication and treatment accurately and in a timely manner
- Measure and record patients' vital signs and document in patients' chart
- Provide continuous rounds on patients to ensure patient and unit safety
Education
VOCATIONAL NURSING PROGRAM -
ANGELES INSTITUTE
08.2015
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
06-2008
Skills
- Knowledgeable in medications to include proper administration and monitoring side effects
- Using therapeutic communication to maximize positive patient outcomes
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Solid documentation skills
- Ability to stay calm in difficult situations
- Excellent observation skills
- Medication administration
- Vital Signs
- Staff Supervision
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Empathetic and compassionate
- HIPAA Compliance
- Care Planning
- Outpatient Care
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Inpatient Care
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- BLS Certification
- LVN
Education
other
Timeline
Outpatient Case Manager
Regal Medical Group
09.2024 - Current
LVN Nurse Manager
National Health Foundation
11.2022 - 08.2024
LVN Medical Coordinator
National Health Foundation
09.2021 - 11.2022
LVN
Barbour and Floyd Medical Associates
01.2021 - 09.2021
LVN
DEL AMO HOSPITAL
02.2016 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
VOCATIONAL NURSING PROGRAM -
ANGELES INSTITUTE
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