Zara Hakhverdyan
Glendale
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Aurora Las Encinas Mental Health Hospital
Pasadena
06.2024 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated nursing staff to ensure safe and effective patient care in an acute psychiatric setting.
- Managed daily operations, including patient assignments, staff delegation, and crisis intervention.
- Provided direct patient care, including medication administration, de-escalation techniques, and therapeutic communication.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists, to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Assessed patients for psychiatric and medical stability, monitoring for changes in mental status and potential safety risks.
- Facilitated admissions, discharges, and transfers while coordinating with healthcare providers for continuity of care.
- Managed emergency situations, including behavioral outbursts and medical emergencies, utilizing appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse
Ivy Surgical Center
Beverly Hills
03.2024 - Current
- Provided post-anesthesia care for patients recovering from surgical procedures, monitoring vital signs, airway status, and pain levels.
- Assessed patients for complications such as respiratory distress, hemodynamic instability, and post-op nausea/vomiting, intervening promptly when needed.
- Administered IV fluids, pain management medications, antiemetics, and oxygen therapy as per provider orders.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, discharge instructions, and pain management strategies to ensure smooth recovery.
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and healthcare teams to facilitate safe patient recovery and discharge.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments, including reviewing medical histories, medication reconciliation, and ensuring NPO status compliance.
- Started IV lines and administered pre-op medications, including antibiotics, sedatives, and antiemetics, per provider orders.
- Educated patients on surgical procedures, anesthesia expectations, and pre-op/post-op care instructions to reduce anxiety and improve compliance.
- Verified informed consent and surgical site marking to ensure compliance with patient safety protocols.
- Assisted with prepping patients for surgery, including positioning, skin prep, and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Coordinated with anesthesia teams, surgeons, and OR staff to ensure smooth transitions and timely patient handoffs.
Registered Nurse
7q Spa Medical Center
Glendale
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Performed a variety of laser treatments, including skin rejuvenation, hair removal, and pigmentation correction, ensuring patient safety and optimal results.
- Conducted thorough skin assessments and patient consultations to determine the best treatment plans based on individual needs and skin types.
- Administered IM injections, including vitamin boosters, weight-loss injections, following proper protocols for safety and efficacy.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-treatment care, potential side effects, and expected outcomes for laser treatments and injectable procedures.
- Collaborated with medical providers and aestheticians to develop customized aesthetic treatment plans for patients.
- Managed patient records and documentation, ensuring accurate treatment tracking and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA08-2023
Skills
- Trilingual in English, Armenian, Russian
- Attention to detail
- Therapeutic communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Aurora Las Encinas Mental Health Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ivy Surgical Center
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
7q Spa Medical Center
02.2024 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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