Cheryl Ferrer
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Dynamic RN bringing 23 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Patient-oriented Nurse with 23 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with [Area of expertise] specialty.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital Of Gardena
2019.03 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Coast Medical Service
2017.02 - 2019.01
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
MGA
2014.06 - 2017.01
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Francis Medical Center
2001.09 - 2014.09
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rio Hondo Community College
Whittier, CA07.2001
Skills
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Intravenous Therapy
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Medication Administration
- Airway Management
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital Of Gardena
2019.03 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Coast Medical Service
2017.02 - 2019.01
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
MGA
2014.06 - 2017.01
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Francis Medical Center
2001.09 - 2014.09
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rio Hondo Community College
BLS, ACLS, PALS
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