Anna Garcia
KILLEEN,TX
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Offering a proven history of successfully advocating for patients and working with practitioners. Passionate about delivering quality care and facilitating efficient healthcare coordination.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Care Manager
Baylor Scott and White Clinic
Temple , TX
02.2023 - Current
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, wellness promotion techniques, and lifestyle modifications.
- Facilitated transitions between levels of care through effective coordination of resources within a managed care environment.
- Coordinated medical services between primary care providers, specialists, hospitals, and outpatient clinics.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources for additional support services.
Assistant Director of Nursing, Weekend Supervisor
Abri Health Care
Harker Heights , TX
10.2021 - 09.2024
- Administered executive supervision, exercising independent judgment to select proper course of action in policies and procedures.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge and planning and integrated services for patients requiring home care, home infusion and durable medical equipment (DME).
Charge Registered Nurse
Abri Health Care
Harker Heights , TX
06.2021 - 09.2024
- Monitored resident health with regular assessments to check on conditions and/or deterioration .
- Monitored vital signs, assessed lab values, and administered medications as ordered.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Wound Care as ordered.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
SCott And White
Temple , TX
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
Director of Rehabilitation
SRS Rehab
Killeen , TX
07.2015 - 10.2017
- Led and motivated up to 15 employees through supervision, training, and coaching on duties and daily operational activities.
- Advocated for patients by identifying insurance coverage, communicating care preferences to practitioners, and verifying interventions met patients' treatment goals.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored overall Rehabilitation program goals and objectives.
Certified Medication Aide
Temple Living Center
Temple , TX
09.2008 - 03.2011
- Administered medication as directed by physician or nurse.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Indian Oaks Living Center
Harker Heights , TX
08.2005 - 09.2008
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Temple College
Temple, TX05.2021
License Vocational Nurse Program -
Temple College
Temple, TX05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXHigh school diploma -
Ellison High School
Skills
- Follow individualized medical plan of care for adults and children
- Problem resolution
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Patient monitoring
- Wound Care Management Certified
- Ventilator care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Case Management
Timeline
RN Care Manager
Baylor Scott and White Clinic
02.2023 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
SCott And White
05.2022 - 04.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing, Weekend Supervisor
Abri Health Care
10.2021 - 09.2024
Charge Registered Nurse
Abri Health Care
06.2021 - 09.2024
Director of Rehabilitation
SRS Rehab
07.2015 - 10.2017
Certified Medication Aide
Temple Living Center
09.2008 - 03.2011
Certified Nurse Assistant
Indian Oaks Living Center
08.2005 - 09.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Temple College
License Vocational Nurse Program -
Temple College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Texas College
High school diploma -
Ellison High School
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