Vivan Nguyen

Master of Science in Nursing at University of California, Los Angeles Human Biology and Society at University of California, Los Angeles

Union City, California, United States

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Experience

  • Medical Assistant at LEE ORTHOPEDIC INSTITUTE
    May 2024 - Mar 2025 · 11 mos

    - Perform vital assessments and provide patient support in a high-volume clinic, managing a caseload of up to 30 patients per week - Removed and applied splints and casts under physician supervision - Maintained patient health information database, SOAP notes, and other administrative duties

  • Medical Assistant at LA ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL CENTER
    Apr 2023 - Jan 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

    - Processed claims, benefits, and eligibility with health insurance on behalf of patients - Maintained patient health information database, SOAP notes, and legal forms - Performed basic vitals assessments - Provided legal direction and served as liaison between clinic and legal firms.

  • Research Intern at Cedars-Sinai
    Sep 2024 - Dec 2024 · 4 mos

    - Contributed to pilot project intervention to alleviate financial hardship resulting from gynecologic cancer diagnosis - Created RedCap surveys for Proactive Cost of Care (PCOC) pilot project - Created data visualization using Excel and PowerPoint to present datasets for analysis - Collaborate with senior researchers and postdocs, strengthening critical thinking and communication skills by presenting weekly updates on project progress.

  • Catering at UCLA
    Aug 2024 - Dec 2024 · 5 mos

    - Prepared food for large-scale events such as networking events, sports games, and private parties. - Performed inventory checks to ensure inventory accuracy - Served guests at events while maintaining a professional and friendly environment

  • Client Navigator at Asian Pacific American Health Care at UCLA
    Sep 2022 - Jun 2024 · 1 yr 10 mos

    - Provided healthcare services such as hypertension and BMI screenings - Facilitated patient flow and traffic - Facilitated patient and provider communication by providing translational services - Conducted patient education such as informational flyers and presentations on insurance accessibility, self-advocacy, diversity, equity, and inclusion, et cetera. - Social media outreach and content creation