Dedicated nursing professional passionate about delivering high-quality, inclusive, and compassionate care. Committed to fostering a team environment that values nursing excellence and promotes the well-being of individuals in the community.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse III, Labor and Delivery
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
03.2014 - Current
Maintained a Staff Nurse III position since 2023, upholding the philosophy and mission of Sutter Health with my commitment to nursing excellence.
Fulfills the role of Charge Nurse with the ability to remain calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem solving in real time.
Manages staff scheduling with the goal of optimizing nursing operations by adequately staffing the unit and allowing nurses earned time off.
Coordinates onboarding for new hires, ensuring quality care and consistency in nursing practices.
Collaborates on various unit and hospital-wide committees emphasizing evidence-based practice and quality improvement, prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Staff Nurse, Clinical Level 3, Labor and Delivery
Loyola University Medical Center
08.2002 - 09.2013
Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring patients and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
Maintained Clinical Level 3 RN position for five years, demonstrating professional growth and leadership while providing direct patient care.
Fulfilled the role of Charge Nurse with responsibility to supervise staffing, evaluate patient acuity and census, and ensure a safe and productive work environment.
Home Healthcare Nurse/ Nursing Supervisor
Alliance Home Healthcare
06.2005 - 08.2013
Initiate and conduct home visits to patients recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Served as part-time Nursing Supervisor, with responsibility to communicate with Field Nurses, Therapists and Primary Care Physicians regarding patient status, well-being and clinical changes.
Assisted Administrator and Director of Nursing with development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives, various nursing policies and in-services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University Chicago, Niehoff School of Nursing
Chicago, IL
05.2002
Skills
Charge Nurse
Schedule Coordinator
New Employee Onboarding
Labor Support Champion
OB Sepsis Champion
Accomplishments
Nursing Philosophy Award of Excellence - Humble Presence, 2021
Nurse Teacher of the Month, nominated by Family Practice Residency Program, 2022
Labor & Delivery Employee Appreciation Recipient, May 2024
Certifications & Professional Affiliations
State of California Licensed Registered Nurse
BLS, ACLS, NRP
Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), Member since 2009
Sigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing, Member since 2002
Timeline
Staff Nurse III, Labor and Delivery
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
03.2014 - Current
Home Healthcare Nurse/ Nursing Supervisor
Alliance Home Healthcare
06.2005 - 08.2013
Staff Nurse, Clinical Level 3, Labor and Delivery
Loyola University Medical Center
08.2002 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University Chicago, Niehoff School of Nursing
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Sutter Santa Rosa Regional HospitalRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
RN, Staff Nurse - Labor and Delivery/Staff Nurse, High Risk Ob at Kaiser PermanenteRN, Staff Nurse - Labor and Delivery/Staff Nurse, High Risk Ob at Kaiser Permanente
Staff Nurse and Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery at St. Luke’s Baptist HospitalStaff Nurse and Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery at St. Luke’s Baptist Hospital