Applying to Kaiser Permanente

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Kaiser in my area hires LVN's right now in northern California.

I am a new grad LVN with 5 months of experience and currently hold 2 different LVN positions.

I have been applying with Kaiser for over 4 years even for basic patient transporting jobs,etc.

I have never received an email that didn't say that i either did not meet the qualifications ( when i even checked the qualifications per position that i fit) or that the position had been given away to someone else.

Was told that Kaiser HR doesn't go through every application themselves and that they have a computerized application and resume checker that scans for certain wording/words within a applicants resume, and if it sees a keyword that it likes, it will send the resume directly to the HR so that they make contact you. Dont know if this is true or not, but cant get in for anything.

I know I am not the best at resumes and need help on this as well,which I am told needs certain keywords like Blood-borne Pathogens, etc... still need to update

Does anyone have any experience on this topic?

Objective:

To obtain a position as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a Health Care facility where I can utilize my nursing education and training while furthering my education towards my RN Degree.

Key Qualifications:

- California LVN License

- Current CPR Certification

- Valid Driver's License

- EMR Experience

- Acute & Long-term Care

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE:

24/7 Medstaff Agency

- San Miguel Villa

- Antioch Convalescent Hospital

- Lone Tree Convalescent Hospital

East Bay Area, CA

Charge Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse April 2014 - Present

- Carry out Doctors Orders

- Supervise Team of UAP's

- Coordination of care with Physicians and Allied Health Consultants

- Medication administration, Assessments and Wound Care

SUNRISE ASSISTED LIVING

Walnut Creek, CA

Licensed Vocational Nurse/ Medication Manager December 2013 - Present

- Medication administration & Injections & Diabetic Management

- Responsible for patient care, utilizing specialized knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures

- Perform tasks of observing, recording, and reporting unusual conditions and behaviors of patients

- Handle responsibilities of taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration of patients

- Use of treatment cart to carry out doctor's order

- Provide emotional, safety, and physical comfort to the patients

WINDSOR MANOR HEALTHCARE CENTER

Concord, CA

Student Vocational Nurse, Internship and Clinical Rotation, July 2013 - October 2013

- Charting & Nursing Care Plan

- Medication administration & Injections

- Trach Care

- G-Tube Feeding

- Responsible for patient care, utilizing specialized knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures

- Perform tasks of observing, recording, and reporting unusual conditions and behaviors of patients

- Handle responsibilities of taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration of patients

- Use of treatment cart to carry out doctor's order

- Perform various types of catheterization's and irrigation's

- Provide emotional, safety, and physical comfort to the patients

JC@ HEART NURSING SERVICES

Walnut Creek, CA

Caregiver, May 2013 - December 2013

- Assist with Medications as needed

- Provided cooking, cleaning & bathing/personal hygiene

- Run Errands

- Transportation of patient to meal services

- Assist patient with ambulation

DIAMOND RIDGE HEALTHCARE CENTER

Pittsburg, CA

Student Vocational Nurse, Internship and Clinical Rotation, April 2013 - July 2013

- Responsible for patient care, utilizing specialized knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures

- Perform tasks of observing, recording, and reporting unusual conditions and behaviors of patients

- Handle responsibilities of taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration of patients

- Use of treatment cart to carry out doctor's order

- Perform various types of catheterization's and irrigation's

- Provide emotional, safety, and physical comfort to the patients

STONEBROOK HEALTHCARE CENTER

Concord, CA

Student Vocational Nurse, Internship and Clinical Rotation, January 2013 - April 2013

- Developed clear and concise reports of incidents

- Escorted patients to diner and activity room, appointments, patio, nurses' station, and rooms

- Handled participant complaints efficiently and effectively in order to maintain satisfaction

- Supervised patients

- Wound Care

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE:

Rite-Aid

Orinda, CA

Customer Service Seasonal Position, 11/ 2012 - 01/2013

Tutti Frutti

Concord, CA

Customer Service Seasonal Position, 11/2011 - 01/2012

EDUCATION:

- Los Medanos College: Associate of Liberal Arts: Math & Science, 2014- Current

- Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts: VN Program, October 2012- September 2013

- Diablo Valley College: General Education, August 2006 - May 2007

- Horizons Alternative High: Diploma, 2006

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

- CA VN License # ******, Current - 05/31/2015,

- American Heart Association CPR Certification, Current- 05/2016

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I have since updated my resume:

xxxxxxx xxxx

xxxx-xxxx

Email: [email protected]

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

- Current California Vocational Nursing License # 279632, Current – 05/31/2015, No Restrictions

- American Heart Association BLS / CPR Certification, Current- 05/2016

EDUCATION:

- Los Medanos College: Associate of Liberal Arts: Math & Science, 2014- Current

- Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts: VN Program, October 2012- September 2013

- Horizons Alternative High School, High School Diploma, June 2006

Key Qualifications:

- EMR Experience- Acute & Long-term Care

- Infection Control/ Blood-borne Pathogens- Direct Nursing Care / Patient Care

- Knowledge of/ and follows LVN Scope of Practice- Efficient Problem Solving

- Typing Speed 55+ WPM- Prioritization and Delegation

- Coordination of care with Physicians and Allied Health Consultants

- Efficient Charting - Work well in stressful environment

- Exceptional Customer Service - Knowledge of Medical Terminology

- Effective Written and Oral Communication Skills

EXPERIENCE:

24/7 Medstaff Agency

- San Miguel Villa, Concord,ca

- Antioch Convalescent Hospital, Antioch, CA

- Lone Tree Convalescent Hospital, Antioch, CA

Charge Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse April 2014 – Present

- Carry out Doctors Orders- Prioritize, delegate, and supervise Team of UAP’s

- Medication administration, Assessments and Wound Care- Acknowledge care meets Standards of Practice

- Report unusual findings to Physician or RN- Maintain safe work environment

- EMR Charting- Infection Control/ Blood-borne Pathogens

- Coordination of care with Physicians and Allied Health Consultants

- Knowledge of/ and follows LVN Scope of Practice

SUNRISE ASSISTED LIVING

Walnut Creek, CA

Licensed Vocational Nurse/ Medication Manager December 2013 – Present

- Medication administration, Injections & Diabetic Management

- Responsible for patient care, utilizing specialized knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures

- Perform tasks of observing, recording, and reporting unusual conditions and behaviors of patients

- Handle responsibilities of taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration of patients

- Use of treatment cart to carry out doctor’s order- Infection Control/ Blood-borne Pathogens

- Provide emotional, safety, and physical comfort to the patients

- Coordination of care with Physicians and Allied Health Consultants

- Knowledge of/ and follows LVN Scope of Practice

WINDSOR MANOR HEALTHCARE CENTER

Concord, CA

Student Vocational Nurse, Internship and linical Rotation, July 2013 - October 2013

- Charting & Nursing Care Plan Evaluation- Medication administration & Injections

- Trach Care- G-Tube Feeding

- Responsible for patient care, utilizing specialized knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures

- Perform tasks of observing, recording, and reporting unusual conditions and behaviors of patients

- Handle responsibilities of taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration of patients

- Use of treatment cart to carry out doctor’s order- Perform various types of catheterization's and irrigation's

- Provide emotional, safety, and physical comfort to the patients

- Infection Control/ Blood-borne Pathogens

JC@ HEART NURSING SERVICES

Walnut Creek, CA

Caregiver, May 2013 – December 2013

- Assist with Medications as needed- Provided cooking, cleaning & bathing/personal hygiene

- Transportation of patient to meal services- Run Errands

- Assist patient with ambulation- Infection Control/ Blood-borne Pathogens

- Direct Nursing Care / Patient Care

DIAMOND RIDGE HEALTHCARE CENTER

Pittsburg, CA

Student Vocational Nurse, Internship and Clinical Rotation, April 2013 - July 2013

- Responsible for patient care, utilizing specialized knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures

- Perform tasks of observing, recording, and reporting unusual conditions and behaviors of patients

- Handle responsibilities of taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration of patients

- Use of treatment cart to carry out doctor’s order- Infection Control/ Blood-borne Pathogens

- Perform various types of catheterization's and irrigation's

- Provide emotional, safety, and physical comfort to the patients

STONEBROOK HEALTHCARE CENTER

Concord, CA

Student Vocational Nurse, Internship and Clinical Rotation, January 2013 – April 2013

- Developed clear and concise reports of incidents

- Escorted patients to diner and activity room, appointments, patio, nurses’ station, and rooms

- Handled participant complaints efficiently and effectively in order to maintain satisfaction

- Supervised patients- Wound Care- Infection Control/ Blood-borne Pathogens

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE:

Rite-Aid

Orinda, CA

Customer Service Seasonal Position, 11/ 2012 – 01/2013

Tutti Frutti

Concord, CA

Customer Service Seasonal Position, 11/2011 – 01/2012

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I also have been applying to Kaiser for over four years as a CNA/PCY and never received a call back. I recently bumped into a woman who used to work at kaiser as an unit secretary and she also said to get hired at kaiser its all about the "keywords" and "buzz words" matches in your resume. I'm also working on recreating my resume to apply again. Wish you the best on your journey :)

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