Yesica Ponce
Upland
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Registered Nurse committed to upholding the highest standards of patient safety and dignity. Proven experience in assessing and managing chronic and acute conditions, including mental health, substance abuse, and infection control. Passionate about providing comprehensive care and support to enhance overall health and wellness while effectively utilizing interpersonal skills, time management, and problem-solving abilities. Eager to embrace professional challenges that foster growth and expand knowledge through hands-on training, contributing to team success and organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Mental Health Unit
Chapman Global Medical Center / South Coast Global Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Conducted crisis interventions, utilizing de-escalation techniques to manage acute psychiatric episodes effectively.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
- Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The County of Orange HCA-corrections
12.2010 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for inmate population.
- Implemented infection control protocols to reduce transmission of communicable diseases.
- Elevated the standard of care provided within the correctional facility by actively participating in quality improvement initiatives and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Increased efficiency in wound care management by implementing standardized documentation processes and utilizing best-practice techniques.
- Ensured proper administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
Education
Associate - Nursing
ICHS – International College of Health Sciences
Boynton Beach, FloridaGeneral Education
LAPU- Los Angeles Pacific University
San Dimas, CALicensed Vocational Nurse - undefined
Summit College
Colton, CASkills
- Nursing assessments
- Provide Emergency First Aid Care, Vital Signs
- Infection safety protocols
- Problem-solving skills
- Wound care
- Effective time management
- Medication and IV administration
- Hands-on patient support
- Compassionate engagement
- Professional bedside manner
- Critical thinking for problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
Certification
CPR - BLS certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Mental Health Unit
Chapman Global Medical Center / South Coast Global Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The County of Orange HCA-corrections
12.2010 - Current
General Education
LAPU- Los Angeles Pacific University
Licensed Vocational Nurse - undefined
Summit College
Associate - Nursing
ICHS – International College of Health Sciences
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