Cheriza Marielle Penninger
5405 Tourmaline St.lasvegas,Nevada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Las Ventanas
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Rapid Response Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
ICU Nurse
Valley Regional Hospital
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
Nursing House Supervisor
Trellis Paradise
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
Charge Nurse
Roper St. Francis Hospital
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Nurse Manager
San Diego Post Acute
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
ICU Charge Nurse
Our Lady Of Pillar Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
University Of Perpetual Help System Dalta
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Compassionate and Caring
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Accurate Documentation
- Interpreting EKGs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Infection Control Procedures
- Nursing Management
- Case Management
- Nurse Education and Training
- Quality Improvement
Accomplishments
Roper Berkeley Hospital Daisy award recipient for year 2022
https://rsfvitalsigns.com/2022/12/13/cheriza-pennington-receives-daisy-award/
Daisy Award : https://www.daisyfoundation.org/daisy-award/honorees/cheriza-j-penninger
Capella University:Honors: Summa Cum Laude
- Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success Chapter (NSLS)
Certification
ACLS
BLS - Basic Life Support
Registered Nurse
Multistate License No- 262924
Nevada License No- 857599
NIHS
CNA
RNA
NDNQI Pressure Ulcer
ICU Residency
Nurse Residency
Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Certificate
Wound Care Certified (WCC)
Member of PHI THETA KAPPA SOCIETY
Timeline
Rapid Response Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2022 - Current
ICU Charge Nurse
Our Lady Of Pillar Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
Assistant Director of Nursing
Las Ventanas
ICU Nurse
Valley Regional Hospital
Nursing House Supervisor
Trellis Paradise
Charge Nurse
Roper St. Francis Hospital
Nurse Manager
San Diego Post Acute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
University Of Perpetual Help System Dalta
ACLS
BLS - Basic Life Support
Registered Nurse
Multistate License No- 262924
Nevada License No- 857599
NIHS
CNA
RNA
NDNQI Pressure Ulcer
ICU Residency
Nurse Residency
Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Certificate
Wound Care Certified (WCC)
Member of PHI THETA KAPPA SOCIETY
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