CHARISSE RODRIGUEZ
Baldwin Park,CA
Summary
RN Supervisor and BSN-prepared nurse with a background in staff oversight, patient assessments, and individualized care planning. Coordinates shift handoffs, medication review, and EHR documentation while supporting infection control, family communication, and safe resident care in fast-paced clinical settings. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
RN SUPERVISOR
Royal Terrace Healthcare
Duarte, California
06.2026 - Current
- Supervised Royal Terrace Healthcare nursing team during daily resident care
- Coordinated patient assessments and care plans across Royal Terrace Healthcare units
- Ensured proper medication administration by reviewing patient records. for Royal Terrace Healthcare residents
- Led shift reports and patient handoff communication to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care
- Enforced infection control and safety procedures throughout Royal Terrace Healthcare
- Collaborated with physicians and families on resident care updates
- Provided leadership during emergency situations ensuring high standards of patient safety are met.
- Trained nurses on policies, procedures, and bedside care standards to enhance quality of resident care
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, ancillary departments, families and other healthcare providers.
- Formulated customized treatment strategies to address patient needs based on assessment findings, improving individual care plans
- Oversaw multi-unit operations and addressed operational, staffing and care issues with immediate or long-term impacts.
- Provided guidance, support and professional development to staff members.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing patient responses.
- Monitored clinical outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement in care delivery.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to nursing practice.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
RN Staff Nurse
Kindred Hospital Paramount
Paramount, California
02.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and observed treatment responses closely.
- Evaluated patient conditions and updated nursing care plans.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of the critical care team.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Supported bedside care across inpatient units within healthcare facility.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure smooth transitions on assigned floor.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies to enhance care quality and compliance.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Delivered emotional support and comfort to families, fostering trust and collaboration during critical situations.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Treatment Nurse/ BSN RN Supervisor
Pasadena Grove
Pasadena, CA
10.2024 - 02.2026
- Communicated effectively with physicians and other healthcare personnel regarding the patient's condition or treatment plan changes.
- Provided quality patient care in accordance with established nursing standards and practices.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper clinical procedures according to established guidelines.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess situations quickly and make appropriate decisions.
- Dispensed prescribed medications in accordance with state law regulations.
- Supported wound care needs and related nursing duties.
- Promoted a a safe environment through proper use of equipment, infection control protocols, safety measures and fall prevention strategies.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided according to facility policies and procedures.
- Helped with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that incorporated the needs of the patient and family into the plan of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans of care for assigned patients.
- Supervised medication distribution and observed patients to identify progress or side effects.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary.
- Inserted IV lines and catheters with a focus on best practices and compassionate care.
LVN Charge Nurse
Baldwin Park Congregate Home
Baldwin Park, CA
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans that meet the needs of each patient.
- Leveraged wound care expertise to change dressings and monitor for signs of infection.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patients' needs and provide appropriate care plans.
LVN / Tx Nurse
Rose Gardens Healthcare Facility
Pasadena, CA
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare.
- Documented all aspects of patient care accurately using electronic medical records system.
- Leveraged wound care expertise to change dressings and monitor for signs of infection.
- Demonstrated expertise in assessing patient health needs and providing appropriate interventions based on assessment data.
- Observed patients, charted, and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication and treatment and taking any necessary action.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Performed direct patient care activities such as wound dressing changes and medication administration.
LVN Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse
Monrovia post acute
Duarte, Ca
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored changes in patient conditions through observation or lab results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans that meet the needs of each patient.
- Assisted physicians with medical treatments, exams, and diagnostic tests.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure patient safety, while adhering to state regulations.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for all patients.
- Charted patient data in EMR system and informed care team of significant changes.
- Observed patients, charted, and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication and treatment and taking any necessary action.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership and communication skills by providing guidance and support to nursing staff.
- Facilitated discharge planning activities for both short-term stays and long-term placements.
- Troubleshot minor problems and reported larger technical issues.
LVN Charge Nurse/ Sub Acute Nurse
Covina Rehab Center
Covina, CA
02.2019 - 02.2023
- Leveraged wound care expertise to change dressings and monitor for signs of infection.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss current cases and plan future strategies.
- Provided direct patient care to diverse patient populations.
- Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings, including acute care, long-term care, home health, and hospice.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans that meet the needs of each patient.
- Prepared and examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Assembled and used equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers.
- Performed assessments of the physical condition of patients using standard techniques such as vital signs monitoring.
- Measured and recorded patient temperature and blood pressure to identify issues.
- Collected samples, such as blood, urine, and sputum from patients and performed routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Created an environment conducive to healing by providing compassionate care for all patients.
- Monitored changes in patient conditions through observation or lab results.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for all patients.
- Administered prescribed medications according to treatment plan.
- Observed patients, charted, and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication and treatment and taking any necessary action.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
St. Dominic Collage of Asia
Philippines04-2019
BSBA - Major in Marketing Management
Dela Salle University Dasmarinas
Philippines03-2001
BSN - Foreign Trained Nurses
California State University-San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA, USSkills
- Adaptability
- Health Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Dressing
- Geriatric care
- Treatment outcome monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Family Communication
- Patient Charting
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Compassionate care
- Reporting and documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Time Management
- Wound Care
- Catheter Care
- Clinical judgment
Personal Information
Title: LVN- Tx Nurse / BSN RN
Certification
BSN RN 95421151, VN 701843, CPR & First Aid Emergency Cardiovascular Care (AHA), Vent class certificate
Timeline
RN SUPERVISOR
Royal Terrace Healthcare
06.2026 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Kindred Hospital Paramount
02.2026 - Current
Treatment Nurse/ BSN RN Supervisor
Pasadena Grove
10.2024 - 02.2026
LVN / Tx Nurse
Rose Gardens Healthcare Facility
04.2024 - 02.2025
LVN Charge Nurse
Baldwin Park Congregate Home
11.2023 - 06.2025
LVN Charge Nurse / Desk Nurse
Monrovia post acute
02.2022 - 06.2023
LVN Charge Nurse/ Sub Acute Nurse
Covina Rehab Center
02.2019 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
St. Dominic Collage of Asia
BSBA - Major in Marketing Management
Dela Salle University Dasmarinas
BSN - Foreign Trained Nurses
California State University-San Bernardino