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Emily Contreras

St Cloud,Florida

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Compassionate Clinical Nurse Coordinator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care coordination, staff training and development, and healthcare administration. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient outcomes. Bring focused approach to managing complex clinical environments with emphasis on quality care delivery.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rapid Response Nurse

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2023 - Current
  • Performed rapid response assessments, utilizing the SBAR tool to identify changes in patient condition.
  • Provided compassionate and therapeutic care to patients experiencing acute medical emergencies.
  • Assessed vital signs of patients and monitored for any irregularities or changes.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Evaluated laboratory results, imaging studies, diagnostic tests and other clinical data to assess patient health status.
  • Administered medications, treatments and therapies as prescribed by physician orders.
  • Monitored patient progress closely and adjusted treatment plans accordingly based on findings.

Medical Chart Auditor

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2023 - Current
  • Interacted with physicians, nurses, administrators, and other healthcare professionals regarding audit issues.
  • Participated in meetings with hospital staff to discuss audit results and corrective action plans.
  • Monitored implementation of corrective action plans following completion of audits.
  • Reviewed policies and procedures related to medical record keeping to ensure compliance with current standards.
  • Collaborated with department heads on initiatives aimed at improving overall quality assurance processes within the facility.

Safety Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
  • Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
  • Performed daily workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and corrective action plans.
  • Analyzed data from safety audits and investigations to identify trends in unsafe conditions or behaviors.
  • Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.

Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center
Kissimmee, FL
01.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions
  • Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care
  • Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines

Nursing Preceptor

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided orientation and training to new nursing staff members.
  • Developed and implemented preceptor program for new nurses.
  • Assisted in the development of clinical skills, patient care protocols, policies, and procedures.
  • Instructed new employees on department specific competencies and expectations.
  • Mentored students during their clinical rotations by providing guidance, feedback, and support.
  • Conducted performance evaluations of student nurses to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Monitored patient progress to evaluate effectiveness of interventions or treatments provided by medical team members.
  • Evaluated patient's response to medication or treatments prescribed by physicians or other healthcare professionals.

Procedure Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2022 - Current
  • Developed and maintained procedural documents for multiple departments.
  • Organized and facilitated procedure reviews with department heads.
  • Coordinated procedures with other departments to ensure proper implementation.
  • Advised management on potential risks associated with procedural changes.
  • Maintained records of revisions made to procedures over time.
  • Performed quality assurance checks on newly implemented processes.

Clinical Educator

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other departments to create a comprehensive curriculum for new employees.
  • Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students utilizing instructional techniques, hands-on activities and laboratory curriculum.
  • Increased staff support to service many locations.
  • Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
  • Developed client rapport by effectively providing screenings, treatment and referral services.
  • Raised donations by coordinating fund-sourcing projects to continue providing health awareness in numerous facilities.

Hospice Care Consultant

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to families of terminally ill patients during their end-of-life journey.
  • Conducted patient assessments to determine eligibility for hospice services and developed individualized treatment plans.
  • Coordinated activities between staff members and other healthcare providers to maximize efficiency of patient care.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to all safety regulations including infection control procedures.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare team members regarding patient's condition, plan of care, prognosis.
  • Served as an advocate for the rights of terminally ill patients while ensuring they received the highest quality of care possible.

Organ Procurement Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center
Kissimmee, FL
01.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between donor families, transplant teams, tissue banks, and other parties involved in the procurement process.
  • Served as a liaison between OPO staff members, hospital personnel, tissue bank personnel, community partners, funeral directors, and other healthcare professionals involved in organ and tissue donations.
  • Provided education on ethical principles related to donation practices for both health care providers and patients.
  • Communicated effectively with families concerning their loved one's decision about donating his or her organs after death.
  • Updated patients' charts in electronic medical records, noting assessment results, interventions and medications.

Continuous Quality Improvement Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2022 - Current
  • Analyzed operational performance metrics to identify opportunities for continuous quality improvement.
  • Provided training and technical support on best practices related to quality management processes.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of all quality assurance activities performed throughout the organization.
  • Conducted research on industry trends in order to recommend changes that would improve organizational efficiency.
  • Ensured that all employees are compliant with company policies regarding product safety and reliability standards.

Registered Nurse, CVICU

Osceola Regional Medical Center
Orlando, FL
08.2020 - 01.2023
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
  • Supported patients through recovery from procedures such as bypass, angioplasty and pacemaker surgery

Relief Charge Nurse

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
Kissimmee, Florida
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provided direct patient care, administered medications and treatments, monitored vital signs, and performed nursing assessments.
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

Registered Nurse CVPCU

Osceola Regional Medical Center
Orlando, FL
07.2019 - 08.2020
  • Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans

Registered Nurse PCU

Medical City Lewisville
Lewisville, TX
02.2017 - 07.2019
  • Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
  • Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical City Lewisville
Lewisville, TX
02.2014 - 02.2017
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mountain Vista Medical Center
Mesa, AZ
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

El Centro College
Dallas, TX
12.2016

Skills

  • Unit administration
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Nurse Leadership
  • Electronic Charting
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Clinical documentation
  • Continuing education
  • Healthcare technology
  • Admitting support
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Team recruitment
  • Staff development
  • Staff education
  • Patient care
  • Nursing assignment
  • Clinical leadership
  • Clinical quality improvement

Accomplishments

  • Safety Champion
  • Clinical Education
  • Quality improvement Performer
  • Patient Advocate

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • TNCC
  • Stroke Certified
  • Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Timeline

Rapid Response Nurse

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
01.2023 - Current

Medical Chart Auditor

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
01.2023 - Current

Safety Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current

Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current

Relief Charge Nurse

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
06.2022 - 12.2022

Nursing Preceptor

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
01.2022 - Current

Procedure Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
01.2022 - Current

Clinical Educator

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
01.2022 - Current

Hospice Care Consultant

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
01.2022 - Current

Organ Procurement Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current

Continuous Quality Improvement Coordinator

Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
01.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, CVICU

Osceola Regional Medical Center
08.2020 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse CVPCU

Osceola Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - 08.2020

Registered Nurse PCU

Medical City Lewisville
02.2017 - 07.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical City Lewisville
02.2014 - 02.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mountain Vista Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • TNCC
  • Stroke Certified
  • Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Associate of Science - Nursing

El Centro College
Emily Contreras