Carmen Ruscalleda
RN BSN MBA
Fall River,MA
Summary
I am Register Nurse for the last 30 years with experience as clinical, caregiver and treatment patient. I am transferring from hospital VHA Medical Center Philadelphia, PA to CLC extended and Geriatric Unit. On my unit I am actively charged nurse work hand to hand with NM for providing excellent communication to veterans, family, and staff. As charge nurse Unit when my NM is not in the unit or off, I cover together with another NM and supervisor to make sure responsible and accountable for the operation of their assigned unit. As a role model, educator, practitioner, preceptor, supervisor providing leadership to the team. Influences care about outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new ideas through evidence-based practice. Before I came, I was caring patient with focused medical- surgery/telemetry, rehabilitation unit 5 east and 5west and float nurse unit as 5east/west medicine floor as float nurse. I have experience in providing care in patient PACU, MICU, SICU, operating room, emergency room, post – operative units, palliative care and behavior health. I was provided continue and progressive care unit with COVID -19- since the pandemic and remain as unit frontline nurse. Strong commitment to achieving high levels of patient satisfaction and dedicated to driving top quality patient centered care. Proven ability to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced environment. Calm and level-headed with the ability to handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Use strong verbal communication skills and humor to develop strong relationships with patients and their families. Dedicated, efficient, and detail-oriented team player with excellent interpersonal skills, compassion, dedication towards collaboratively maintained treatment plans and looking to take next career step with a highly respected medical organization committed to enhancing patient’s outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Register Nurse
Va Medical Center
Bedford, MA
12.2023 - Current
- Executed medication administration and treatment protocols according to physician orders, prioritizing patient safety and regulatory compliance. E.g. Managed over 28 veterans daily i make sure all medication is prioritizing with safety administration
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to design personalized care plans for patients.
- Provided clinical procedure training to junior nursing staff, promoting professional growth and team collaboration.
- Developed and integrated evidence-based strategies that elevated patient outcomes and increased efficiency in nursing workflows.
- Analyzed patient conditions through thorough assessments and maintained precise records in electronic health systems.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive education sessions to equip patients with tools for successful health management following discharge. E.g management 28 veterans daily education if the focus, engaged and maintained veteran inform about treatment and procedure.
- Reviewed and analyzed nursing protocols consistently, proposing modifications to ensure adherence to the latest evidence-based practices.
- Analyzed service delivery processes and executed quality improvement initiatives to boost patient satisfaction scores to 100% excellent services.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes meticulously, adhering to regulatory standards to support optimal patient care.
- Conducted thorough monitoring of patient responses following administration of medications through oral, IV, and intramuscular methods.
- Conducted scheduled wound care procedures and dressing changes to ensure optimal healing. E.g. baseline of wound is 4 patient daily. optimal wound care with daily skin assessment promote safety healing and prevent infections.
- Facilitated a healing environment through timely and professional responses to patient inquiries and concerns.
- Exhibited calmness and strategic problem-solving in real-time during critical, high-pressure scenarios. E.g. 4 or more Veteran with access device on different units I coordinate schedule for prompted and professional and direct care without worries when I participated in the high pressure scenarios.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for patients focused on disease management and wellness strategies to promote sustained health improvements.
- Implemented tailored care strategies to improve patient satisfaction ratings through empathy and attention.
- Monitored and assessed infection control measures to ensure compliance and effectiveness in reducing hospital-acquired infections.
- Demonstrated clinical acumen by assessing and prioritizing patient needs under pressure, facilitating the best possible care outcomes.
- Engaged with interdisciplinary teams to design and implement effective patient treatment strategies, ensuring optimal health results.
- Facilitated mentorship for new nursing staff to strengthen collaboration and improve operational effectiveness.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously verifying prescriptions and dosages to prevent medication errors.
- Evaluated and integrated new nursing practices to ensure high standards of quality care.
- Collaborated with physicians to conduct diagnostic tests and procedures, promoting swift and accurate patient diagnosis.
- Enhanced quality of care through active participation in professional development initiatives, including workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Engaged with patients' family members during critical incidents, providing emotional reassurance and reinforcing trust in the healthcare team.
- Executed medication administration and invasive procedures in strict accordance with established safety standards to minimize risk.
- Developed and implemented an efficient shift handover process to enhance continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Established streamlined communication channels to promote thorough understanding of care plans among patients and their families.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans focusing on proper wound care, medication safety, and disease management for patients and caregivers.
- Coordinated care plans for patients undergoing recovery from various medical and surgical interventions.
- Coordinated discussions with healthcare team to plan, implement, and optimize effective treatment strategies.
- Provided detailed guidance to family members and caregivers regarding effective patient care practices.
- Documented and analyzed patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies for quality assurance.
- Reviewed and documented patient histories and current symptoms to support effective clinical decision-making.
- Achieved high patient satisfaction by effectively administering medications and IVs. Maintained comprehensive documentation of all treatments provided. Facilitated clear communication of discharge instructions and follow-up care to enhance patient outcomes.
- Simplified complex medical information about treatment plans and medication effects for patients and caregivers to ensure clarity and support.
- Evaluated and tracked patient behaviors and lifestyle choices, including diet and exercise, to optimize treatment strategies.
- Facilitated comprehensive support and care for individuals undergoing recovery from acute incidents and addressing chronic conditions.
- Implemented strategies to promote comfort for patients and families, enhancing recovery experiences and reducing non-compliance.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of incoming patients to ascertain the urgency of medical conditions and facilitate timely treatment.
- Assessed and managed emergency situations, ensuring optimal care for critically ill patients.
- Performed regular assessments of behaviors and conditions to provide clinical supervisors with timely updates and insights.
- Updated patient charts with detailed therapy information to enhance continuity of care.
- Executed comprehensive care plans for patient treatment following thorough assessment of physician medical regimens.
- Managed critical situations impacting safety and security, employing de-escalation techniques to maintain a secure environment.
- Conducted thorough reviews of personal and health data practices to uphold HIPAA regulations and protect sensitive information.
- Applied clinical insights to champion patient care and ensure adherence to prescribed treatment protocols.
- Monitored and fine-tuned life support machinery to uphold ideal conditions for patient care.
- Guided patients in utilizing necessary tools and information to promote rapid and lasting recovery outcomes.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques to guide patients in overcoming challenges and improving their coping mechanisms.
- Provided comprehensive information on diagnosis and home care strategies to support patient care consistency.
- Analyzed audit results and communicated findings to quality departments, facilitating the implementation of necessary corrective measures.
- Oversaw team initiatives focused on delivering successful patient outcomes by prioritizing adherence to best practices and care standards.
- Administered high-quality care to diverse patient groups while supervising admission procedures and prioritizing cases based on acuity and departmental needs.
- Engaged with leadership to formulate and execute initiatives focused on boosting nursing satisfaction and overall team morale.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to design and implement new dialysis treatment flow sheet and log forms.
- Analyzed and addressed operational challenges impacting hospital efficiency and patient care.
- Led implementation of evidence-based practice projects to enhance nursing competencies.
- Conducted routine medication audits to maintain quality standards and uphold compliance with internal and industry best practices.
- Analyzed feedback and improvement opportunities to establish a safer and healthier atmosphere, contributing to increased patient satisfaction.
Register Nurse RN BSN
VA Medical Center Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
06.2003 - 12.2023
- Charge Nurse, Med Nurse, demonstrating competence using nursing process in my daily practice on geriatric unit, for improve patient care. On my unit am responsible for walking rounds, shift report, create assignment, verify order CPRS, check for renewal's/expired. Meds, check purposeful rounds, MD/NP/MOD Communication, documentation, enter weights into CPRS, veteran's appointments, tracking no BM list/CARIBOU report, staffing methodology, weekly skin assessments, all monthly assessments by 10th month, assist with care/meals PRN, hand hygiene, running man, PRN effectiveness, Missed med report, fingertips, report charge to charge and continue demonstrate same skills, talents mention under 5East/west/Telemetry and Medicine unit.
- Other Duties daily:
- Lead and organized delivery of care to ensure continuity of care and peer accountability for practice in alignment with the ANA standard of nursing practice
- In my practice as Charge nurse/preceptor/mentor and Coach/LEAD I apply advanced clinical knowledge/judgment lead staff involvement in planning, decision-making, and evaluating outcomes beyond the immediate practice setting.
- As charge nurse/preceptor/mentor/couch/LEAD I apply nursing expertise to lead improvement, with demonstrated outcomes, beyond the immediate practice setting.
- As charge nurse/preceptor/mentor/coach/Lead as my learning process with nurse manager provide Leads initiatives to improve the veteran experience as care coordination, timeliness to resolve issues, negative trends, or environment of care concern, beyond the immediate practice setting.
- Demonstrate leadership in patient advocacy by protecting the health, safety, and rights of patient population groups beyond the immediate practice.
- As charge nurse/preceptor/Mentor and coach and lead staff to identify, analyze and address ethical issues that impact patients, caregivers and staff beyond the immediate practice.
- As I have experience with HRO models and I CARE values I can promote sample to myself to improve the consistency of care delivery and patient outcomes beyond the immediate practice.
- I demonstrate positive, effective communication skills, professional behaviors and leadership that promotes a commitment to excellence, improving nursing practice, and fostering collaboration among customers beyond the immediate practice
- I demonstrate resilience in coping with challenging and stressful situations, to assist others in increasing their self determination and competence beyond immediate practice.
- I demonstrate critical thinking to improve nursing practice beyond the immediate practice.
- I am constantly demonstrating competence using nursing process in my daily practice to deliver and improve patient care; by always initiating appropriate interventions and evaluation on the patient through nursing process. On my unit 5east/west perform initial patient assessments and work with physicians to plan, implement, and evaluate plans of care for patients of all ages; manage average caseload of 17 patients from different service.
- I recognize and question inconsistencies medical and nursing orders and follow through with appropriate action. I demonstrate competency in emergency situations by performing appropriate interventions. I do myself directed in the provision of care to patients with complex medical/surgical and rehabilitation issues, such as pre- and post-Hip and Knee replacement, follow protocols, ENT, general surgery care and treatment, EKG, RRT (rapid response team leader) and telemetry. I document consistently using electronic medical and others records such as template care plan initial and review and medical/surgical form. I am teaching nursing and staff competency such venous puncture, Foley insertion, documentation, release order, admission assessment, transfers to other units, nursing assessment for identified patient problems and potential problems. Teaching nurse’s critical judgment with critical patient. Consult with medical staff and team group about patient problems and possible resolve. I promote leadership to my co-workers and application in my practice with outstanding improving outcome. I provided teaching and practice with new students during the time on the floor.
- Charge nurse, responsible for delegation, resolve problems, feedback nurse manager and supervisor.
- Preceptor provided guidelines for all new employees.
- Precept student nurses and new hires on unit and hospital policies, clinical skills, and direct patient care.
- Educator provided education about updated in the floor and systems.
- Provide comprehensive instruction on discharge plans to sustain continuity of care upon discharge and drive recovery goal.
- Excellent and support leadership Team
- Maintain confidential patient charts and medical files; successfully organized and updated.
- Monitor and maintain inventory and supply levels; prepare and submit supply replenishment orders to maintain par levels.
- Implement new floor assignments based on staffing requirements.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in procedures, unit activities, and treatment.
- Swat Team Champion and help all staff with my expertise My responsibilities during wound care team were:
- Provide excellent nursing care to patients suffering from wounds.
- Assess and evaluate patients with wounds and injuries.
- Obtain cultures to assess wounds and injuries.
- Evaluate wounds and injuries for infections or other illness factors that cause wounds.
- Initiate nursing care procedures in managing acute and traumatic wounds.
- Coordinate with rehab, traumatic and nutritional nurses in nursing patients with wounds.
- Ensure optimum patient care delivery in wound care nursing procedures.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families on wound care processes and issues.
- Demonstrate wound care procedures to other care givers.
- Sanitize and maintain the premises of wound care neat, clean and hygienic.
- I am Patient Care Center Facilitator – I provided re-treat to all staff Va medical center Improves behavior, skill and knowledge because of evaluation and feedback.
- Learns from seatback or failure as well as from successful efforts
- Responsible that all goals and achieving need completed in the floor. Inspires and demonstrate a passion for excellent in every aspect of work Models’ effective management of time and physical/emotional health.
- Participates in training, evaluation others and the organization
- Displays knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned duties.
- Work well with all levels and types of people.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions, documenting changes and reporting to healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for veterans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and healthy lifestyles.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices, enhancing team performance and improving patient outcomes.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, reducing wait times and increasing overall efficiency in care delivery.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient satisfaction scores within the department.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
Register Nurse float Unit CLC
VA Medical Center
Philadelphia
06.2003 - 05.2010
- As a registered nurse, float pool I complete a variety of tasks and duties each shift, including Administering and monitoring medications. Assisting patients with their daily activities. Completing and documenting physical assessments. Patients advocate and facilitate communication between the patient, family and other health care professionals. This will result in a holistic approach to planning, organizing, teaching and relationship development that will best meet the needs of the patient. Assess, implement plans, document and evaluate care to ensure a coordinated holistic approach which best meets the needs of the patient. I am Assist patients to achieve their optimum level of health in situations of normal health, illness injury or through the process of dying, advocate the dignity and self-respect of patients, promote the autonomy of patient and help them to express their health needs and values to obtain appropriative information and services, I am safeguard the trust of patients that information learned in the context of a professional relationship is shared outside the health care team only with the patient’s permission or as legally required. I am applying and promoting principles of equity and fairness to assist patients in receiving unbiased treatment and a share of health services and resources proportionate to their needs, I am acting in a manner consistent with their professional code of ethics, responsibilities and standards of practice. As Registered Nurse – Float Pool facilitates on our VA CLC, implements and modifies patient and family education/ teaching based on the needs of the patient. As a pool Nurse RN float Pool, I am used a holistic approach to facilitate individual learning of patients and their families upon admission and transfer or discharge in relation to patient illness or injury (i.e., self-care, health promotion, etc.) I am Assess the patient for physical and psychological needs, their knowledge of their health, disease process and learning needs, Research, develop, revise and evaluation an ongoing basis, educational resources necessary to support patients, I am coordinate the admission and transfer or discharge of patients. This includes explaining and ensuring that the patient understands the admission or discharge plan established by the health care team for the patients care and treatment. I am assuming accountability for the standard of care delivered toward determining and achieving patient care goals. I am make decisions necessary to promote change and ultimate outcome of goal attainment , communicate with other members of the health care team regarding the patient’s health care to provide continuity of care and promote collaborative efforts directed toward quality patient care, take a lead role in disaster response within the unit they are assigned to, direct and supervise the functions of others who are providing direct care and support (certified nurse assistance, patient care technicians, etc.), Ensure adequate staffing levels during all shifts. I am certified per PALS (Patient advocate Liaisons) certified per Va medical Center on PA, for practice environments to have the organizational and resource allocations necessary for safe, competent and ethical nursing care. I am Collaborate with nursing colleagues and other members of the health care team to advocate health care environments that are conducive to ethical practice and to the health and wellbeing of patients, clients and others in the setting, shows knowledge and competencies in lab duties. Perform patient testing and reporting in the laboratory. Perform laboratory tests as per medical order, maintain and collect appropriate specimens from patients, checks two patient identifiers prior to collection and labeling. Labels specimens at the patient’s bedside and, Prepare or instruct patients for specimen. Other responsibilities were 24 chart check orders, taken orders, transfer patient, assessment and reassessment, follow nursing process, place intravenous, coordinated patient care, administered standard medications, primary care, wound care as colostomy, ileostomy, and wound care at bedside, management peg tube, nasogastric tube, Peripheral Inserted Central Catheter, management foley, place foley and work up with Behavior health, delegation and, teamwork all the staff.
Charge Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
06.2002 - 05.2003
- Provided excellent, management care all the patient in privacy area and promoted achieving according to the mission and vision of St. Joseph’s hospital.
- Charge Nurse
- Administration medications
- Venipunctures
- Customer services
- Telemetry traces
- Medical orders
- Follow procedure
- Feedback about patients to nurse management and supervisor
- Professional communication with patients, family members, staff, supervisors and doctors.
- Demonstrate awareness of the purpose, process, procedure, and outcomes of one’s work.
- Nurse coordinator services
- Create a climate of collaboration rather than competition
- Demonstrate commitment to people
- Medical/surgical assessment skin assessment, pain assessment and re-assessment, fall prevention.
- Model behavior, attitudes, and actions expected of all staff Nurse training, preceptor and mentor.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and hospital protocols.
- Coordinated patient care activities to improve workflow and enhance patient outcomes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives for E.g. patient education as fall prevention, skin prevention, hand washing and hand sanitizer for prevent focus of infections for patients and staff that enhanced patient satisfaction scores at 95%.
- Conducted regular staff training sessions on emergency response and patient safety measures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Previous experience I Evaluated nursing performance, identifying areas for development and implementing corrective actions.
- Streamlined communication processes between departments to optimize patient care delivery.
- 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.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Led community health initiatives, improving public health awareness and promoting preventive healthcare practices.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, significantly reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Improved team morale and reduced turnover by implementing regular feedback sessions and career development opportunities.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques among staff, leading to improved job satisfaction and reduced absenteeism.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by personalizing care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough training sessions on new electronic health record systems.
- Enhanced patient care quality by leading team of nurses to adopt evidence-based practices.
- Implemented mentorship program for new nurses, accelerating their onboarding process and improving their competence.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to adoption of innovative nursing practices.
- Developed and implemented patient triage system that streamlined patient flow and reduced wait times.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.
- Managed supply of medical equipment and consumables, ensuring availability and reducing instances of stock-outs.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Optimized resource allocation, ensuring all patients received timely and adequate care without overburdening staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, improving patient recovery rates.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures.
Register Nurse Field/ Nurse Coordinator and Evaluator
Rita Hospice
Santa Rita, P.R.
09.2000 - 05.2002
- My position as clinical nurse field and nurse coordinator was responsible for coordinating end of life care and hospice services to patients in their home or community setting and will include providing coordination of care, admissions facilitation, clinical support, continuous care, after-hour call, and/or other skilled nursing expertise with end-of-life care. E.g Daily assessment admission 3 patient daily. Started day 0 with treatment for compliment de mission and vision of hospice.
- Identify the patient's and family's physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety and developmental needs and individualize the patient's plan of care based on the needs identified.
- Document problems, nursing assessments, appropriate goals, care provided, care interventions and patient and family outcomes achieved from intervention and care provided with scores 100%.
- Assess all aspects of the patient's pain and develop an individualized pain management plan. E.g 6 patient with pain, ensure during the weekend received by friday medication for control pain and monitoring via customer service when on call staff call for pain improvement.
- Anticipate, prevent and treat undesirable symptoms or secondary symptoms.
- Participate in the interdisciplinary team (IDT) meeting to establish, review and revise the plan of care for each patient, including exchange of information, review of problems, and sharing of professional support.
- Maintain up to date patient records to ensure that problems, plans, interventions, and goals are accurately and clearly stated, and changes are reflected as they occur.
- Teach appropriate interventions, medications, effects and side effects to patients, caregivers, volunteers and other as appropriate.
- Implement care to achieve outcomes of comfortable and safe dying, self-determined life closure and effective grieving for patient and family.
- Responsible for maintenance of electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards.
- Identify and address comfort care needs.
- Support, instruct and educate the patient, family, and caregiver.
- Coordinate all patient and family services.
- Maintain the dignity of the dying patient.
- Support the patients and family's unique spiritual and cultural beliefs.
- Provide holistic, family-centered care across treatment settings to improve the quality of life.
- Consult and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and others involved in the patients care.
- Provide care consistent with National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization standards of practice for hospice programs
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Administered medications and treatments according to personalized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in patient records management.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and emotional needs, adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Led educational sessions for families on hospice resources and support services available during transitions.
- Advocated for patients' rights and preferences in care decisions, promoting holistic approaches to treatment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Urgent Care TB Clinical Charge Nurse
Medical Center
Aguada, Puerto Rico
05.1999 - 05.2000
- Perform nursing assessments to determine if a patient has TB. Provide case management of TB cases and suspects. Provide directly observed therapy (DOT) and directly observed preventive therapy (DOPT) to cases, suspects, and TBI cases. Help ensure timely contact investigation completion for each case and suspect. E.g. clinical with 30 patient daily tuberculin administration, post administration tracking when patient is positive, case is notify to regional office, doctor, family and health community for engage with people involve for prompted treatment and safety precaution. most of the patient positive my clinic target the goal 98% safe.
- My role is very varied, but essentially, I act as an advocate for the patients and their families. My day-to-day work consists of running clinics, screening patients, prescribing, dispensing and administering medication, liaising with doctors and other health professionals and educating both patients and health care workers.
- Part of my role is to support patients who find TB treatment challenging and to help with other things that patients may be struggling with – including finding secure housing and referrals to services that can help with things like finances.
- I also ensure continuity of care for patients, which hopefully helps in their recovery from TB. The support of the TB Nurses for patients is a vital part of the treatment they should receive, and I am available to help them manage any side effects and offer emotional and psychological support.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Implemented efficient patient flow processes, reducing wait times and enhancing service delivery.
- Developed training programs for new nurses, fostering skill development and team cohesiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans and improve patient outcomes.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced safety standards and compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed patient feedback to identify areas for service enhancement and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak activity periods.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical practices and professional development paths.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough assessments, reviewing medications, and providing staff education.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing evidence-based nursing protocols.
- Achieved higher patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to concerns and addressing them in a compassionate manner.
- Enhanced overall department performance by setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and recognizing achievements of team members.
- Tracked patients' status and emergent cases, taking calls from hospitals when patients' acuity changes.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families as needed during challenging times such as end-of-life care or complex medical decision-making processes.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards, updating policies accordingly, and regularly auditing nursing practice.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, addressing concerns promptly while promoting a collaborative work culture.
- Mentored new hires, providing support during orientation and ensuring successful transition into the clinical setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patients'' needs.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives resulting in increased efficiency of nursing processes.
- Improved team communication and collaboration through regular staff meetings and open discussions.
- Facilitated smooth operations during high-acuity situations, prioritizing resources efficiently to maintain optimal patient care delivery.
- Advocated for patients'' rights while maintaining respect for their preferences, values, beliefs, confidentiality, dignity, and comfort level throughout their hospital stay.
- Helped develop annual budgets based on departmental goals and priorities while closely monitoring expenses to ensure financial efficiency.
- Promoted a culture of safety through consistent adherence to infection control practices and reporting incidents promptly.
- Implemented effective strategies and care plans to improve patient outcomes and meet recovery objectives.
- Supported seamless transitions of care between shifts by effectively communicating pertinent information during handoffs.
- Increased staff retention rates by fostering supportive work environments that encouraged professional growth opportunities.
- Optimized staffing levels by balancing nurse-patient ratios according to acuity and census fluctuations.
- Streamlined patient flow by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams for timely admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Participated in continuing education programs, applying new knowledge to improve nursing skills and enhance overall team performance.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
- Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Register Nurse
Aguada Medical Center
Aguada, PR
01.1999 - 01.2000
- My position as register nurse emergency room was, treat patients who are facing traumatic or severe, often life-threatening medical conditions. An ER nurse's primary responsibility is to identify medical issues, determine severity, and provide immediate support to minimize negative long-term effects and, if necessary, even sustain life.
- Demonstrates accurate assessment skills, appropriate to the age of the patient, based on scientific facts and principles.
- Performs and documents ongoing assessments including observation, physical examination, laboratory/test results, and patient response to procedural intervention.
- Participates in the identification and clarification of patient needs, as evidenced by participation in multidisciplinary care planning, to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Implements, reviews and revises plan of care according to change in patient’s status. Implements plan of care according to identified physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs/
- Prioritizes nursing interventions commensurate with patient’s needs.
- Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills through the presentation of pertinent information.
- Coordinates and documents appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after discharge.
- Clean wounds and reset bones for patients who enter the Emergency Room
- Draw blood to send for testing.
- Maintain Emergency Room care standards.
- Assist with insurance paperwork as needed.
- Ensure the efficiency of the patient check-in process.
- Display strong decision-making skills in emergency scenarios.
- Urgent Care Facility
- Delivered patient care through comprehensive assessments and individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate efficient patient management and discharge processes.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and medication management.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency in medication administration and patient documentation.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction scores and outcomes.
- Conducted training sessions on advanced clinical procedures for nursing staff to ensure competency and excellence in care delivery.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- 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.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies. E.g. 30 patient daily with tuberculin treatment, if one came possible after 48 hour max 72 hours this take action to report regional and admitted patient for treatment and notify family for test and precaution warranty safety for patient, family and community.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Education
MBA - BUSSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION
National University College
AGUADILLA, PUERTO RICO08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (ADN)
InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico
AGUADILLA, PUERTO RICO05-1999
Associate of Science - Nursing
InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla, P.R.01-1996
Skills
- Medical, surgical, and Cardiac Care
- Covid 19 frontline Charge Nurse/ Role Leadership
- IV drugs therapy management
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Patient advocacy and education
- Hospice and Stroke Patient Care
- Electronic charting
- Medicine/Surgery/Rehabilitation, Psych, GI, IR
- Porta Cath Care, Porta Cath blood withdraws and flushes
- Computer Proficiency
- Preceptor
- IV and venipuncture
- Medication and IV administration
- Colostomy Care, Wound
- Care management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Flu shot vaccination
- CPRS
- BCMA
- Microsoft 360
- Power Point, Excel, Microsoft Team Outlook, AI Copilot
- Perplexity AI powered, ai @va community/microsoft team,
- Va nursing Innovation & AI Co Lab
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Compassionate care
- Health promotion
- Surgical care
- Wound management
- Emergency care
- Care coordination
- Care plan implementation
- Critical care nursing
- Mental health care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Diabetes management
- Pediatric care
- Disease prevention
- Home health care
- Geriatric care
- Community health
- Palliative care
- Tracheostomy care
- Maternal-newborn magement
- Blood transfusion administration
- Nursing assessments
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Medication reconciliation
- End-of-life care
- Patient advocacy
- Inpatient care
- Discharge planning
- Outpatient care
- Nursing plan development
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Patient care and education
- Workflow and patient management
- Patient rights advocacy
- Student training
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Medical chart management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Catheter maintenance
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Discharge coordination
- Neonatal care expertise
- NG tube insertion
- Chemotherapy administration
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Electronic health records management
- RN case management
- Patient safety monitoring
- IV therapy management
- Telemetry and advanced cardiac care
- Nursing staff development
- Patient assessments
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient care planning
- Team coordination
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Relationship building
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient counseling
- Complex Problem-solving
- Care planning
- Intake and discharge
- Care plan development
- Strong clinical judgment
Accomplishments
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Human Resources - Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing new hire manuals.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to [number of] patients in [type of] environment.
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Research - Completed group study focused on patient comfort, costs and test results, which resulted in increased patient satisfaction.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Intensive Care - Responsible for unit of 18 patients, providing daily functions such as grooming, bathing, feeding and turning in bed.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Perinatal Care - Assisted physicians in focus studies in prenatal care.Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Affiliations
- Shared Governance
- NOVA 2015 – Active
- ICN 2016 – International Council of Nurses Org.
- Hispanic Nurse Association Chapter of Philadelphia
- Professional College of Nursing Puerto Rico
Certification
- MBA - completed graduation August 2022
- Preceptor 2006 and 2024 VAMC and VA Bedford
- Mentor/Couch progress 2024
- Yellow Belt completed 2024
- Completed Course Rehab
- Completed course CCRN
- Basic life support (BLS) certification 2023-2026
- Advance cardiovascular life support (ACLS) certification 2023-2026
- TMS all certification completed
- Supervisor Certification completed
- Patient Centered Care Facilitator 2013
Language Skills
Spanish excellent writing, speak and understanding
English excellent writing, speak and understanding
Timeline
Register Nurse
Va Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
Register Nurse float Unit CLC
VA Medical Center
06.2003 - 05.2010
Register Nurse RN BSN
VA Medical Center Philadelphia
06.2003 - 12.2023
Charge Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital
06.2002 - 05.2003
Register Nurse Field/ Nurse Coordinator and Evaluator
Rita Hospice
09.2000 - 05.2002
Urgent Care TB Clinical Charge Nurse
Medical Center
05.1999 - 05.2000
Register Nurse
Aguada Medical Center
01.1999 - 01.2000
MBA - BUSSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION
National University College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (ADN)
InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico
Associate of Science - Nursing
InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico
COMMITTEE
- Shared Governance
- Evidence Based Practice since 2003 to present
- RRR Committee – until 2023
- HR Pyramid Committee – until 2023
- Nursing Week Celebration Committed
- Participate Survey Committee – JACHO, CARF 2023
- S.W.AT. committee – skin wound assessment team
- Patient Advocate Liaison training and committee
- Participated Unit Project - Oral Care, Handoff Report, Fall/Safety TIPS, Patient Education, Sepsis Assessment/Re-assessment for prevention, Workup Intake and Output on CPRS new integration and work up in my unit with a New Pamphlet for Integrated Female/ LGTB communication as Single Care.
- Patient Centered Care Facilitator
- Wound Care nurse Committee
Honors/Awards
Daisy Award Honoree 2023
COVID 19 Hero 2020
Excellent to CARE Award 2016, 2017, 2018
VA CARE Award 2023/2025
Evidence Based- Practice Award Best Project Unit and Committee Unit Award x 2 - 5east/5west
Leadership Program 2006(VAMC PA) 2024 (VA Bedford)
Best Care 2001 Hospice Service
Best Vice-president Nursing Program 1998-1999