I have an Associate’s degree and have been a RN for over 20 years
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital of Gardena
1145 Redondo Gardena Ca 90247
10.2024 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Registered Nurse
Colonial Post Acute
1913 E 5th Street
10.2021 - 09.2023
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
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.
Registered Nurse
College Medical Center
33300 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne Cali
10.2016 - 12.2021
Supervise LVN’s and mental health workers. Keep the unit safe. Offer therapeutic counseling. Admit discharge.
Registered Nurse
Kedren Mental Health
4211 S Avalon Los Angeles
09.2011 - 09.2016
Supervise LVN’s and Mental health workers. Assist in stabilizing psych patients in crisis. Admit document and implement care plans and discharge once stable