CHRISTINA CHANDLER
FRESNO,California
Summary
Experienced RN and dedicated case manager with background in multiple areas including workers comp and PACU. Demonstrated expertise in providing exceptional patient care, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the recovery process. Proven ability to effectively manage complex cases, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services, optimizing patient outcomes, and fostering a positive and supportive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Worker/Access Phone Representative
Exodus Recovery Crisis Stabilization Center
Fresno, CA
Medication Technician/Caregiver
Orchard Park Memory Care & Assisted Living
Fresno, CA
RN Case Manager
Paradigm Corp
Fresno
02.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
RN, PACU
Summit Surgical
Fresno, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Review prior authorization for surgeries and other paperwork as needed
- Monitor patients vital signs, monitor for changes in patient status, administer medications as needed for post anesthesia care
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution
- Prescribed and administered medications to patients based on symptoms and conditions
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures and physician orders
- Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Defined problems, collected data, established facts and validated conclusions
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
Telemetry RN
Community Regional Medical Center
Fresno, CA
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Prior authorization paperwork for surgeries (health history, etc.) getting patients ready for surgeries, monitoring them post surgery
- Monitor patients for changes in status and indications of conditions such as sepsis or shock and institute appropriate interventions
- Set up and monitor medical equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms, oxygen delivery devices, transducers, and pressure lines
- Administer medications intravenously, by injection, orally, through gastric tubes, or by other methods
- Evaluate patients' vital signs and laboratory data to determine emergency intervention needs
- Prioritize nursing care for assigned critically ill patients based on assessment data and identified needs
- Document patients' medical histories and assessment findings
- Advocate for patients' and families' needs, or provide emotional support for patients and their families.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing In Nursing -
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Fresno, CA04.2021
Associate In Science (A.S.) In Nursing -
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA12.2017
Skills
- Ability to assure quality care and safety to adults & children
- Effective working independently or as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Skilled in conducting physical examinations
- Compliance with HIPPA & infection control standards
- Data Compilation and Analysis
Certification
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA)
- Pharmacy Technician Certification
- Handle with Care Certification
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
References
- Ruth Rocha, LVN, (559) 283-5247, ruthlesses14@yahoo.com
- Gabriel Nabarette, Mental Health Worker, (559) 213-7315, Gnabarrete@teamfnc.com
- Carolyn Watson RN at Paradigm, 559-590-1353
- Current Coworker
- Former Charge Nurse
- Former Co-worker
Extracurricular Activities
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) walk with Exodus Recovery Holiday Food Drive Central Unified School District
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Paradigm Corp
02.2023 - Current
RN, PACU
Summit Surgical
08.2022 - Current
Telemetry RN
Community Regional Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
Mental Health Worker/Access Phone Representative
Exodus Recovery Crisis Stabilization Center
Medication Technician/Caregiver
Orchard Park Memory Care & Assisted Living
Associate Degree In Nursing In Nursing -
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Associate In Science (A.S.) In Nursing -
Fresno City College