Aracely Figueroa
Garden City
Summary
Seasoned RN offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
CommonSpirit Health- St Catherine Hospital
01.2022 - 10.2025
- Assessed patient needs to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Facilitated communication among interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care delivery.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families about treatment options and health management strategies.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient interactions and care updates.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential barriers to effective care delivery.
- Collaborated with community resources to enhance patient support services and access to care.
- Supported transitions of care by coordinating follow-up appointments and referrals efficiently.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes, ensuring a smoother transition for patients back to their homes or other facilities.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, fostering collaborative approach to healthcare.
- Streamlined discharge planning, ensuring patients received necessary resources and support for recovery at home.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
PRN Nurse
Ashland Health Center
12.2016 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective pain management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, treatments, and lifestyle modifications.
- Led patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical history accurately in electronic health records.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- ED triage and treat patient in critical access hospital
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
Charge Registered Nurse
CommonSpirit Health-St Catherine Hospital (Dodge City)
12.2018 - 01.2022
- Led nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care and coordinating treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety and reducing hospital-acquired infections.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and promoting best practices in clinical care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through coordinated care strategies.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs, ensuring effective communication between healthcare teams and families.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff.
- Managed medication administration safely and accurately while maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records systems.
- Provided comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs, informing personalized care plans.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Supported patients through difficult diagnoses by explaining treatment options, risks, and benefits while addressing any concerns or questions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Charge Registered Nurse
Minneola Nursing Home
07.2011 - 05.2018
- Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans based on individual needs and responses to treatment.
- Mentored newly hired nurses to ensure seamless integration into the team and facilitate their professional development.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and timely interventions.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams; fostering trust, understanding, and improved communication across all parties involved.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit, adhering to strict infection control protocols and reporting potential risks promptly.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS05-2013
Skills
- Bilingual
- Fast Learner
- Dependable
- Chronic disease management
- Discharge planning
- HIPAA compliance
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Clinical assessment
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate and caring
- Decision-making
- Patient care assessment
- EMR / EHR
- Delegation and motivation
- Care coordination
- Utilization review
- Case management
- Microsoft office
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Case Manager
CommonSpirit Health- St Catherine Hospital
01.2022 - 10.2025
Charge Registered Nurse
CommonSpirit Health-St Catherine Hospital (Dodge City)
12.2018 - 01.2022
PRN Nurse
Ashland Health Center
12.2016 - 12.2022
Charge Registered Nurse
Minneola Nursing Home
07.2011 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dodge City Community College
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