Mar 26, 2025

Jermaine Garcia

  • Registered Nurse
  • Garden Grove, CA, USA
Full time Nurse

Personal Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong foundation as a new graduate, backed by over 16 years of extensive experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). Proven expertise in skilled nursing and home health care, serving both as a dedicated field nurse and a clinical coordinator. Adept at patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, wound care, and chronic disease management. Highly skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, patient and family education, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Recognized for strong leadership, time management, and the ability to provide exceptional care in fast-paced and diverse healthcare environments. Ready to bring clinical excellence, adaptability, and a commitment to patient-centered care to any healthcare team.

Work Experience

SNF Supervisor
Aug 2022 - Jan 2025 Rowntree Gardens

Medication administration (oral, IV, IM, and subcutaneous)

Wound care and dressing changes (including Wound vacuum)

Patient assessments and documentation

Care planning and coordination with interdisciplinary teams

Chronic disease management

Post-surgical care

Patient and family education

Infection control and safety protocols

Time management and multitasking

Compassionate, patient-centered care in diverse settings

Clinical Care Coordinator/ Field Nurse
Apr 2017 - Jun 2022 Excellence Home Health Provider Inc.

Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans under physician and RN supervision.

Administered medications, injections, and performed skilled nursing procedures, including Foley catheter care, G-tube management, and trach care.

Specialized in advanced wound care, with extensive experience managing negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) devices and complex dressing changes.

Monitored patient progress closely, documenting changes and adjusting care plans for optimal outcomes.

Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to promote patient recovery and reduce hospital readmissions.

Trained and supported field nursing staff on accurate documentation, clinical protocols, and compliance requirements.

Handled case assignments, ensuring timely coordination of care and balancing patient needs with staff availability.

Maintained excellent patient satisfaction through proactive communication and quality care coordination.

Assisted in meeting and maintaining state and federal home health regulations and accreditation standards.

Contributed to agency growth and reputation by fostering strong relationships with referral sources and community partners.

LVN Supervisor
Sep 2008 - Mar 2017 Rowntree Gardens

Medication administration (oral, IV, IM, and subcutaneous)

Wound care and dressing changes (including Wound vacuum)

Patient assessments and documentation

Care planning and coordination with interdisciplinary teams

Chronic disease management

Post-surgical care

Patient and family education

Infection control and safety protocols

Time management and multitasking

Compassionate, patient-centered care in diverse settings

Education

Bachelors of Science In Nursing
Aug 2025 - Jan 2025 Career Network Institute
Vocational Nurse
Apr 2017 - Jun 2022 Concorde Career College