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CASSANDRA HINOJOSA
Kingsburg,United States
Summary
Skilled healthcare professional specializing in direct patient care and advanced wound management. Delivers effective treatment plans and enhances patient outcomes through teamwork and collaboration. Expertise in wound and ostomy assessment, infection control, and patient education, with a strong history of optimizing clinical results. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to educate patients and families, ensuring optimal wound healing.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Specialist
Community Regional Medical Center
Fresno, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Assessed and managed wound care treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in wound healing.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance quality of care in wound management.
- Educated patients and families on wound care management and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized wound care plans for patients.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Community Regional Medical Center
Fresno, CA
10.2020 - 04.2023
- Monitored patients' vital signs, assessing changes to ensure timely interventions and optimal outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Registered Nurse
Enloe Medical Center
Chico, CA
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes in condition for effective treatment planning.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to prescribed therapies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Enloe Medical Center
Chico, CA
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted with daily patient care activities, including hygiene and mobility support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oroville Hospital
Oroville, CA
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Led initiatives to improve infection control measures within the facility.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance patient satisfaction and care efficiency.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Park Rehabilitation Hospital
Chico, CA
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Float Certified Nursing Assistant
Sharp Healthcare
San Diego, CA
09.2011 - 07.2013
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to support timely medical interventions.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in various departments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices and post-discharge procedures.
- Supported patients during daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility assistance, feeding, and toileting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA06-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Butte College
Oroville, CA12-2018
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Butte College
Oroville, CA12-2018
Skills
- Wound assessment
- Advanced wound care
- Negative pressure therapy
- Compression therapy
- Pressure ulcer management
- Vascular assessment
- Nutritional support
- Quality improvement
- Direct patient care
- Medical terminology
- EMR systems proficiency (EPIC/Cerner/Meditech)
- Microsoft Proficient (Excel/outlook/teams/etc)
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- WTA - Wound treatment
Interests
Timeline
Wound Care Specialist
Community Regional Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Community Regional Medical Center
10.2020 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Enloe Medical Center
02.2019 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Enloe Medical Center
09.2017 - 02.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oroville Hospital
09.2014 - 08.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Park Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2013 - 01.2015
Float Certified Nursing Assistant
Sharp Healthcare
09.2011 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Chico
Associate of Science - Nursing
Butte College
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Butte College