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Cassandra Williams

Cassandra Williams

Los Angeles

Summary

Enthusiastic Clinical Instructor looking to obtain position as RN Clinical Instructor focused on exercising knowledge and experience gained from over two years of experience working as Clinical Nurse Instructor. Sufficient knowledge of professional nursing standards, concepts, policies and practices. Patient, understanding, and supportive with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Nurse Instructor

Santa Monica Community College
01.2023 - Current
  • Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
  • Promoted patient safety by leading quality improvement initiatives within the nursing department.
  • Served as a mentor for junior nursing staff, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Developed educational materials and resources to support nursing staff in their daily duties.
  • Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
  • Enabled better patient outcomes by mentoring nurses in effective communication and empathy skills.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.

Circulating Nurse, Operating Room

Surgery Partners
07.2020 - Current
  • Streamlined operating room setup for faster procedure turnaround times, ensuring timely patient care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
  • Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a sterile operating room environment through proper cleaning and equipment handling techniques.
  • Supported ongoing education efforts within the surgical department, participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues for continuous improvement.
  • Improved surgical team efficiency by effectively communicating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff members during operations.

Perioperative Registered Nurse

St. Vincent's Eye Surgery Center
03.2015 - 03.2021
  • Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
  • Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
  • Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Brookwood Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
  • Managed caseload of six to eight patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
  • Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
  • Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
  • Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT
03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL
01.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Troy University, Montgomery, Alabama
05.2010

Skills

  • Clinical expertise
  • Clinical education
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Supervising students/student evaluation
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Operating simulation equipment
  • Course planning

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • CA Driver's License

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Clinical Nurse Instructor - Santa Monica Community College
01.2023 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room - Surgery Partners
07.2020 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse - St. Vincent's Eye Surgery Center
03.2015 - 03.2021
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse - Brookwood Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2015
Western Governors University - Master of Science, Nursing Education
Jacksonville State University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Troy University - Associate of Science, Nursing
Cassandra Williams