Carla Walker
Temecula,CA
Summary
Experience Registered Nurse with a proven track record of providing exceptional patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Known for my leadership skills and ability to adapt to evolving processes and technologies. Over 20 years experience in nursing, leading teams of 20 and receiving recognition for my dedication to patient well-being. Skilled in patient education and advocacy, I am committed to facilitating positive health journeys. I am eager to apply my expertise to contribute to the success and reputation of a leading healthcare organization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
House Supervisor
Kaiser Permanente
Moreno Valley, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Managed daily staffing needs including scheduling shifts, managing call-offs and recruiting additional personnel as needed.
- Conducted regular rounds on nursing units to assess staffing levels, safety protocols and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with other departments within the facility to coordinate interdisciplinary care plans for patients.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Temecula Valley Hospital
Temecula, CA
10.2018 - 12.2024
- Serves as Clinical Supervisor Telemetry Unit, guides and supports Registered Nurses that are responsible for admissions, discharges and care and treatment of patients
- Recognizes heart rhythms and knowledge of appropriate treatment
- Delivers appropriate doses and aware of titration limits for drips
- Evaluates patient’s responses to treatment and progress towards goals
- Ready patients for stress testing echocardiograms, cardiac cauterizations procedures, and the operation room
- Administer blood and blood product transfusions and monitors for adverse reactions
- Offers patient and family guidance and support in illness management, home care, medication review and side effects, diet, nutrition, and exercise
- Employee shift hound staffing, audits, and yearly evaluations.
- Managed daily staffing needs including scheduling shifts, managing call-offs and recruiting additional personnel as needed.
Registered Nurse
Hemet Valley Hospital
Hemet, CA
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Served as Registered Nurse Telemetry Unit, Responsible for admissions, care and treatment of patients brought to the Telemetry Unit
- Monitored vital signs and administered treatment plans for patients dealing with cardiac, pulmonary, diabetic, and orthopedic issues
- Observed progress and updated patient charts.
Registered Nurse
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
05.2009 - 01.2018
- Served as Clinical Supervisor, Supervised and gave direction to the nursing staff responsible for direct patient care
- Demonstrated service excellence in patient and family interactions
- Served as a resource to staff for solving clinical problems
- Assessed the acuity of care required by the patient
- Developed and implemented staffing plans for shift based on patient acuity, patient census, and available staff
- Tracked budget and supplies
- Responded to all emergency situations (RRT, Code Blue) and assisted as necessary.
Registered Nurse
Pacific Alliance Medical Center
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Served as Registered Nurse, Identified and prioritized patient needs
- Counseled and educated about-to-be parents
- Knowledge of the entire examination, diagnostic, and treatment procedures
- Prepared delivery rooms and prepped patients
- Assisted physicians during delivery of babies
- Monitored conditions of newborn babies and provided postpartum care
- Educated instructions to new parents and family members on after-birth care and community support resources
- Circulated as staffing needs required.
Education
Master of science in Nursing, (MSN) -
Grand Canyon University
01.2015
Bachelor of science in Nursing, (BSN) -
University of Phoenix
01.2013
Registered Nurse -
West Coast University
01.2008
Associates of Science in Nursing, (ASN) -
San Bernardino Valley Community College
01.2007
License Vocational Nursing -
St Francis Career College
Skills
- Team player
- JCAHO Standards/ Compliance
- Staff Scheduling
- Department Leadership
- Patient Advocacy
- Nurse Team Supervision
- Emergency Response
- Quality & Continuity of Care
- Regulatory Compliance
- Policy Updates
- Chart Audits
- Coaching and Mentoring
Additional Information
Believe in empowering patients by delivering health education and nursing care that enhances wellness and quality of life.
Professional Affiliations And Certifications
- Registered Nurse License
- Critical Care Certificate
- BLS Provider
- ACLS Provider
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Timeline
House Supervisor
Kaiser Permanente
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Temecula Valley Hospital
10.2018 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse
Hemet Valley Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
05.2009 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
Pacific Alliance Medical Center
08.2008 - 05.2009
Master of science in Nursing, (MSN) -
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of science in Nursing, (BSN) -
University of Phoenix
Registered Nurse -
West Coast University
Associates of Science in Nursing, (ASN) -
San Bernardino Valley Community College
License Vocational Nursing -
St Francis Career College
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