Benedicto Gutierrez
Registered Nurse
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Patient-focused Administrator offering 13-year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans. Patient-focused Administrator offering 13-year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans. Healthcare Administrator with proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams. Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. Licensed in Nevada . Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing Services
State Of Nevada, Department Of Corrections
2014.09 - Current
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Planned and assigned workload to [Number]-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Evaluated work performance of [Number] nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
Correctional RN III
State Of Nevada Department Of Corrections
2000.08 - 2014.09
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Intake RN
Correct Care Solutions
City of Las Vegas Detention Center , Nevada
09.2010 - 10.2013
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Correctional RN II
State Of Nevada Department Of Corrections
1997.06 - 2000.08
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Charge RN
Charter Behavioral Health System
Las Vegas , NV
1995.05 - 1998.10
- 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.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Charge RN
Lake Mead Hospital
Las Vegas , NV
1994.01 - 1996.03
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Staff RN
Valley Hospital & Medical Center
Las Vegas , NV
1993.03 - 1994.12
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Charge RN
Horizon Specialty Hospital
Las Vegas , NV
1993.01 - 1994.04
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
Staff RN
Rush - St. Luke's Hospital
Chicago , IL
1991.05 - 1992.12
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Staff RN
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
Denver , CO
1990.12 - 1991.05
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
De La Salle University
Cavite , Philippines04.1988
Skills
- EMR Software
- Nursing Recruitment
- Strategic Planning
- Resource Monitoring
- Facility Oversight
- Employee Relations
- Public Relations
- Supply Monitoring
- Best Practices and Standards
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Staff Scheduling
- Recruit Well-Qualified Staff
- Staff Evaluations
- Operational Procedures
- Patient Health Information Access
- Disease Control
- Shift Scheduling
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Operational Standards
- Capital Budget Management
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Special Events
- Practice Standards
- Program Development
- Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Medical Programs Implementation
- Clinical System Monitoring
- Nursing Protocols
- Critical Thinking
- Satisfaction Surveys
- Problem Identification
- Hospital Admissions
- Suicide Intervention
- Nursing Ethics
- Compliance Advisory
- Schedule Preparation
- Regulatory and Statutory Compliance
- Utilization Management
- Budget Planning
- Mass Casualty Incident Planning
- Train Employees
- Patient Care Assessment
- Organizational Goal Development
Camping, fishing, hiking with my Dogs.
Always enjoys the outdoor activities , it helps me appreciate our Blessings in life and help in preserving the trails.
Timeline
Director of Nursing Services
State Of Nevada, Department Of Corrections
2014.09 - Current
Intake RN
Correct Care Solutions
09.2010 - 10.2013
Correctional RN III
State Of Nevada Department Of Corrections
2000.08 - 2014.09
Correctional RN II
State Of Nevada Department Of Corrections
1997.06 - 2000.08
Charge RN
Charter Behavioral Health System
1995.05 - 1998.10
Charge RN
Lake Mead Hospital
1994.01 - 1996.03
Staff RN
Valley Hospital & Medical Center
1993.03 - 1994.12
Charge RN
Horizon Specialty Hospital
1993.01 - 1994.04
Staff RN
Rush - St. Luke's Hospital
1991.05 - 1992.12
Staff RN
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
1990.12 - 1991.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
De La Salle University
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