Dedicated Registered Nurse experienced in clinical assessment and patient advocacy. Delivered high-quality patient care through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams in pain management, orthopaedics, perinatal care, and labor & delivery. Managed IV conscious sedation and supported patients throughout admissions, procedures, and recovery.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse - Pain Intervention Department
New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics
Albuquerque
02.2020 - Current
Administered and managed IV conscious sedation during procedures to ensure patient comfort.
Monitored patient safety and adherence to clinical protocols throughout all phases of care.
Provided comprehensive patient care across admissions, procedure room, and recovery areas.
Coordinated unit operations as relief charge nurse, guiding staff to uphold quality standards.
Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in pre-operative settings to ensure readiness.
Served as preceptor for new staff, facilitating onboarding and training.
Staff Nurse - Pain and Spine
Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital
Albuquerque
10.2016 - 02.2020
Administered and monitored IV sedation to maintain patient stability and comfort throughout procedures.
Provided comprehensive patient care during admissions, procedures, and recovery to ensure safety and comfort.
Partnered with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Served as preceptor for new staff, facilitating onboarding and training.
Perinatal Case Manager - PRESious Beginnings Program
Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque
04.2007 - 10.2016
Delivered specialized OB and postpartum case management for high-risk patients and newborns, ensuring comprehensive support during critical stages.
Coordinated care plans and facilitated patient education and follow-up, enhancing understanding of health management.
Managed patient care plans and coordinated services across multidisciplinary teams.
Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and resources.
Labor & Delivery / Maternal Special Care Nurse - Family Birthing Center
Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque
09.1992 - 03.2015
Provided comprehensive care in triage, labor & delivery, and maternal special care unit to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
Assisted in managing high-risk pregnancies and deliveries while addressing acute maternal care needs to enhance patient safety.
Provided compassionate care to patients.
Served as preceptor for new staff, facilitating onboarding and training.
Postpartum & Newborn Nursery Nurse - Mother Baby Care
Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque
01.1991 - 09.1992
Delivered comprehensive postpartum and newborn nursery care, ensuring safety and well-being of mothers and infants.
Guided families on proper newborn care techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
03-2016
Associate Degree - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, New Mexico
12-1990
Skills
Pain management and sedation administration
Patient assessment and education
Protocol adherence and care coordination
Team leadership and effective communication
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care and family education
Certification
Registered Nurse License, New Mexico State Board of Nursing, #R32922
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
References
Available upon request
Degree
BSN, RN
Honors And Awards
Recipient, 2010 Pride Nursing Award for Women's Health, Presbyterian Hospital
Accomplishments
Recipient of the 2010 Pride Nursing Award for Women’s Health at Presbyterian Hospital
Timeline
Staff Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse - Pain Intervention Department
New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics
02.2020 - Current
Staff Nurse - Pain and Spine
Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital
10.2016 - 02.2020
Perinatal Case Manager - PRESious Beginnings Program
Presbyterian Hospital
04.2007 - 10.2016
Labor & Delivery / Maternal Special Care Nurse - Family Birthing Center
Presbyterian Hospital
09.1992 - 03.2015
Postpartum & Newborn Nursery Nurse - Mother Baby Care