Veronica Vaca
Colusa
Summary
Experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse with over 20 years in correctional healthcare, emergency medicine, long-term care, skilled nursing, and primary care. Expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and electronic medical records. Focused on delivering safe, high-quality patient care in fast-paced clinical settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Dependable Staffing / AvaMed – California State Prison Sacramento
Represa, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered direct nursing care to diverse patient population in correctional healthcare setting.
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
- Provide direct nursing care in a correctional healthcare setting.
- Ensured accuracy of electronic medical documentation to support patient care continuity.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Gridley Post Acute
Gridley, CA
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to enhance quality of life for long-term care patients.
- Administered medications, IV therapy, wound care, and head-to-toe assessments.
- Documented patient care and coordinated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure continuity of care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse / Certified Medical Assistant / ER Technician
Glenn Medical Center
Willows, CA
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Delivered patient care in emergency and acute care settings, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
- Conducted assessments, recorded vital signs, administered injections, assisted with EKGs, collected specimens, and maintained patient documentation to ensure comprehensive care.
- Supported physicians during procedures, facilitating timely completion of treatment orders and enhancing patient outcomes.
Certified Medical Assistant
AMPLA Health
Colusa, CA
05.2005 - 09.2017
- Supported providers in clinical and administrative tasks to enhance patient care.
- Conducted vital signs, glucose testing, urinalysis, and EKGs while providing patient education and maintaining accurate medical records.
- Administered patient care and assisted in clinical procedures to enhance patient experience.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley West Care Center, Williams Health Clinic & Colusa Indian Community Council
01.2000 - 01.2012
- Maintained accurate patient records and scheduled appointments, facilitating effective communication and continuity of care.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and well-being in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications and monitoring vital signs for patient safety.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Blake Austin College
Vacaville, CA01.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Williams High School
Williams, CASkills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- IV Therapy
- Wound Care
- Emergency & Acute Care
- Long-Term Care
- Patient Education
- Correctional Nursing
- Electronic medical records
- Infection control compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Active (Expires October 2027)
- IV Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- CPR Certified
- Licensed Psychiatric Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Dependable Staffing / AvaMed – California State Prison Sacramento
05.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Gridley Post Acute
05.2023 - 05.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse / Certified Medical Assistant / ER Technician
Glenn Medical Center
09.2017 - 05.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
AMPLA Health
05.2005 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley West Care Center, Williams Health Clinic & Colusa Indian Community Council
01.2000 - 01.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Williams High School
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Blake Austin College