Zulema Quintero

New graduate registered nurse with over 7 years of experience as a licensed vocational nurse in preoperative and PACU services. Demonstrated expertise in IV insertion and patient assessment, excelling in high-pressure surgical environments. Proven ability to deliver safe, compassionate patient care while collaborating effectively with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams.

Committed to utilizing extensive hands-on experience and RN training to improve patient outcomes in perioperative care.

PREOP/PACU LVN/RN at Executive Surgery Center (2023-08 – Present)

• Conducted comprehensive preoperative evaluations to enhance patient safety and ensure preparedness for surgical procedures.
• Conducted thorough assessments of preoperative patients, identifying potential risks or contraindications for surgery.
• Administered IV therapies, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the PACU process.
• Assessed patients' vital signs, identifying complications early in recovery phase to enhance patient safety.
• Educated patients and families on post-operative care, setting clear recovery expectations to support optimal healing.
• Mentored junior nurses on perioperative techniques, fostering professional development in surgical settings.

Mobile Health LVN at John Muir Health (2024-02 – 2026-02)

• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
• Administered medications, immunizations and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
• Assisted physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests, contributing to improved patient care and clinic workflow.
• Directed patients to exam rooms, answered questions, and prepared for physician examinations to streamline patient flow.
• Assisted with collection, labeling, and timely processing of specimens.
• Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.

Preop/Pacu LVN at Premier Surgery Center (2019-01 – 2025-10)

• Performed pre-surgical assessments on patients prior to surgery to ensure readiness for procedure.
• Educated patients and families on pre-op and post-op instructions, medications, and expected outcomes to enhance understanding and compliance.
• Executed IV insertion procedures with precision, ensuring patient comfort and safety during the process.
• Performed venipunctures for drawing blood samples with high accuracy and precision.
• Performed comprehensive physical assessments on PACU patients including vital signs, pain management, airway management, hemodynamic monitoring, and neurological assessment.
• Administered medications and assessed pain and nausea levels for post-operative patients, facilitating effective recovery and comfort.
• Assessed patients' consciousness levels to determine recovery status.
• Provided compassionate patient care in a fast-paced Post Anesthesia Care Unit setting, ensuring safety and comfort of patients.

LVN at Kaiser Permanente (2023-01 – 2023-08)

• Administered nasopharyngeal swabs for SARS-CoV-2 testing, ensuring patient safety and compliance with health guidelines.
• Facilitated COVID-19 swabbing procedures, enhancing accuracy and adherence to established safety protocols.
• Performed physical assessments and monitored vital signs, contributing to comprehensive patient care.
• Donned and doffed personal protective equipment (PPE) according to established safety protocols.
• Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients.

Licensed Vocational Nurse at Action Urgent Care (2019-10 – 2022-10)

• Performed patient history intakes and testing, ensuring thorough preparation for exams and contributing to accurate diagnoses.
• Implement IV procedures, achieving high success rates and patient comfort.
• Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and prioritize care effectively.
• Performed in-house rapid tests and injections, ensuring timely treatment and significantly elevating patient satisfaction.
• Delivered direct patient care, achieving substantial improvements in satisfaction scores through effective communication and personalized attention.

Bachelor Of Science in Nursing – Nightingale College (2025-04)

Associate In Vocational Nursing (ASVN) in Vocational Nursing – Gurnick Academy Of Medical Arts (2021-12)

Licensed Vocational Nurse in Nursing – Gurnick Academy Of Medical Arts (2018-05)