Arlene Vallejo
Converse,United States
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Methodist Hospital, enhancing patient satisfaction and nursing staff morale through effective leadership and performance improvement. Expert in staff development and compliance oversight, I excel in mentoring teams to achieve excellence in patient care. Skilled in fostering professional growth, I embody approachable leadership with a focus on results. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
Methodist Hospital- Surgical Progressive Care Unit
07.2023 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Methodist Hospital- Surgical Progressive Care Unit
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Facilitated timely discharge planning by collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Managed staffing needs by creating schedules, adjusting assignments based on patient acuity levels, and delegating tasks efficiently.
Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital- Surgical Progressive Care Unit
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by delegating tasks efficiently among staff members in order to ensure optimal workflow.
- Completion of HCA Leadership Institute's Charge Nurse Leadership Certificate.
RN Floor Nurse
Methodist Hospital- General Special Surgery Unit
05.2009 - 03.2019
- Participant of the Medical Surgical Internship
- Provided compassionate bedside nursing care for patients with diverse surgical conditions.
- Successfully trained multiple new nurses on proper documentation techniques, medication administration, and patient care procedures by participating as a Nurse Preceptor.
Student Nurse Extern
Methodist Hospital- General Special Surgery Unit
12.2008 - 05.2009
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05.2009
Skills
- Compliance Oversight
- Staff Leadership
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Development
- Performance Improvement
- Corrective Action Implementation
Certification
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Board Certified
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Methodist Hospital- Surgical Progressive Care Unit
07.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Methodist Hospital- Surgical Progressive Care Unit
04.2021 - 07.2023
Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital- Surgical Progressive Care Unit
03.2019 - 04.2021
RN Floor Nurse
Methodist Hospital- General Special Surgery Unit
05.2009 - 03.2019
Student Nurse Extern
Methodist Hospital- General Special Surgery Unit
12.2008 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Board Certified
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