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Brenda Chavez

22079 Amistad Road, Harlingen,TX

Summary

Registered Nurse with 22 years of experience, committed to providing high-quality evidence-based patient-driven care. Have extensive knowledge of Hemodialysis/peritoneal dialysis in the acute care setting. Experienced in charge nurse and precepting new nursing staff. Proficient in home health care case management, coordinating care for patients, and creating individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes. Work effectively with healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs. As a current Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse, I am a focused on providing high quality, safe care that will improve my patients’ quality of life and outcomes. Proven track record in managing patient treatments and ensuring high standards of care. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic healthcare settings. Proficient in patient assessment, treatment planning, and patient education. Committed to ongoing professional learning. Looking to work with new incoming dialysis nurses, hospital administrators, physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide and improve high quality care, patient safety, risk management, policy and procedure development.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

ACUTE CARE DIALYSIS CHARGE NURSE AND PRECEPTOR

DAVITA ACUTE SERVICES
Harlingen, TX
06.2014 - Current
  • Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, policy, procedures and best practices.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and responses during procedures, promptly addressing any complications.
  • Educated patients and families on dialysis care and lifestyle modifications for improved health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to optimize resource allocation and enhance team efficiency.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes and satisfaction levels.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices for patient management and treatment protocols.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare teams to improve information flow and patient care coordination.
  • Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care across multiple healthcare disciplines.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

United Home Care Services
Harlingen, TX
09.2010 - 01.2014

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

VALLEY ANGELS HOME HEALTH
Brownsville, TX
07.2009 - 09.2010

Home Health Registered Nurse

United Home Care
Harlingen, TX
10.2006 - 07.2009

Registered Nurse

Valley Baptist Medical Center
Brownsville, TX
05.2005 - 12.2006

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Brownsville Medical Center
Brownsville, TX
09.2003 - 05.2005

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Brownsville/South Texas College
Brownsville, TX
05-2005

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate of Licensed Vocational Nurse

University of Texas At Brownsville/Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX
09-2003

Skills

  • Critical thinking proficiency
  • IV drug therapy and Blood transfusion
  • Wound care expertise
  • CPR and BLS certified
  • Healthcare industry best practices
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Hemodialysis expertise
  • Continuous quality improvement
  • Peritoneal dialysis
  • Electronic health records and clinical documentation
  • Dialysis Nurse preceptor
  • Infection Control Unit Coordinator

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

ACUTE CARE DIALYSIS CHARGE NURSE AND PRECEPTOR

DAVITA ACUTE SERVICES
06.2014 - Current

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

United Home Care Services
09.2010 - 01.2014

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

VALLEY ANGELS HOME HEALTH
07.2009 - 09.2010

Home Health Registered Nurse

United Home Care
10.2006 - 07.2009

Registered Nurse

Valley Baptist Medical Center
05.2005 - 12.2006

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Brownsville Medical Center
09.2003 - 05.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Brownsville/South Texas College

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate of Licensed Vocational Nurse

University of Texas At Brownsville/Texas Southmost College