Bonnie Yepez
Modesto,Ca
Summary
Seeking a growing new medical practice to help build effective healthcare for all patients. Energetic, caring with outstanding communication skills on Hospice.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Control Nurse
Crown Bay Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Alameda
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
- Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
LVN Floor Nurse
Clipboard Health
Milpitas, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
Regional Director of Staff Development
Oakland Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Oakland, CA
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for improved productivity.
- Evaluated the impact of staff development initiatives on overall employee performance, using quantitative and qualitative data to inform future program enhancements.
- Implemented continuous improvement strategies within the staff development department, driving increased efficiency and effectiveness in program delivery.
- Facilitated open channels of feedback between trainers and trainees, promoting a culture of constant learning and improvement throughout the organization.
Hospice Nurse
A Plus Hospice
Lathrop
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
Hospice Nurse
Optimal Hospice
Modesto
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Asses patient, order medications, wound care, provided comfort care for patient and family, educate on end of life and medications
- Communicate with Team and MD as well office staff
- Electronic Charting, Net-Smart software
- Provide Active listening to patients, Assessing Pain levels, Administer injections as well.
Skilled Nurse
Vintage Fair Nursing and Rehab
12.2014 - 08.2016
- Asses patient, coordinate with MD on patient care, Point Click software, Acute nursing, Skilled nursing.
Education
AA in Science -
08.2018
Certificate LVN -
02.2013
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- 10yr Nursing experience
- Adaptability
- Adhering to Departmental Guidelines
- Attention to detail
- Calling in prescriptions
- Calming agitated patient and family members
- Collaboration
- CPR
- Provide training to patient and family (Teaching)
Infection Risk Assessment
Outbreak Management
CDC Policies
Communication abilities
Patient Education
Isolation precautions
Teaching
Documentation accuracy
Infection Monitoring
Sterilization techniques
Personal Protective Equipment
Decontamination procedures
Immunization Administration
Surveillance
Sterilization
Infection Control
Antimicrobial Stewardship
Hazardous waste management
Data analysis proficiency
Urgent Care
Control Strategies
OSHA
Employee Health
Public Health Procedures
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Public Education
Epidemiology knowledge
Hand hygiene compliance
Infectious disease identification
Infection prevention expertise
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Compassionate and Caring
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent Communication
Critical Thinking
Strong Clinical Judgment
Direct Patient Care
Microsoft Office
Wound Care
Team building
Safety Protocols
Delegation and Motivation
Task Prioritization
Medication Administration
CPR/AED
Patient Condition Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Infection Control Nurse
Crown Bay Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2024 - Current
Regional Director of Staff Development
Oakland Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
LVN Floor Nurse
Clipboard Health
08.2021 - Current
Hospice Nurse
A Plus Hospice
08.2018 - 12.2021
Hospice Nurse
Optimal Hospice
03.2016 - 08.2018
Skilled Nurse
Vintage Fair Nursing and Rehab
12.2014 - 08.2016