Christina De La Torre-McDaniels
Seal Beach,CA
Summary
Dedicated and knowledgeable nursing leader with excellent unit management and organizational skills. Proficient in quality, cost and care standards focused on maximizing resources and patient satisfaction. Registered Nurse in state of California.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Supervisor- Perioperative Services
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Utilized nursing theories and implemented tasks and initiatives in line with organization's objectives and philosophy to ensure effective operations within institution and departments.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Managed team of 33 employees , delegated tasks and held each employee accountable for completing assignments.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth flow of surgery cases , avoid delays and same day cancellations and coordinate for safe staffing and patient assignment throughout shift.
- Trained new nurses and provided continuing education for all staff in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Held staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns
- Championed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and ancillary departments to promote high quality patient care.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Trained and coached clinical and ancillary staff, and completed all required performance evaluations to improve performance as well as recognize proficiencies and achievements.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing units and allow nurses earned time off.
- Conducted routine unit inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff, patients and patient's family members for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes and workflow to eliminate hazards while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Implemented and adhered to hospital's policies and procedures and standard of conduct to ensure that staff understand accountability.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Ordered supplies to maintain effective inventory levels.
- Managed and approved timecards to ensure accuracy of clocking.
PACU Coordinator/Charge Nurse
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed daily operations in unit to ensure delivery of highest quality of patient care.
- Assigned patients throughout shift to provide best care for while adhering to safety protocols.
- Coordinated with other nursing units and ancillary departments to provide best quality care, improve performance and be in compliance with regulations.
- Managed daily staffing, on call schedules and time off to provide adequate and safe staffing .
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients, family and all staff and keep unit compliant with regulations.
- Implemented quality improvement metrics to provide best possible patient care and stay in compliance with regulations
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed and approved timecards to ensure accuracy of clocking.
- Provided patient care upon need of unit
- On staff during weeknight and weekend on calls
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
PACU Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2019
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Provided care for wide variety of surgical/procedural cases such as Cardiothoracic, General, Retinal, OB Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedic, Hand, foot & ankle, EENT, Neurosurgical, Heart Cath, Cardiovascular ablation, Interventional Radiology and GI.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications and perform hand-off report for continuous delivery of best possible patient care.
- Collaborated with patients and healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate custom care plans for each individual.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed Preop, Phase 1 and Phase 2 Level of care focusing on patient safety and satisfaction while in adherence to policies and procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Encouraged healthy working environment by being team player and recognizing best practices.
- Managed daily operations of unit and staff assignments as a Resource charge nurse.
Cardiovascular DOU Nurse
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2007 - 12.2011
- Prepared patients for going for open heart surgery and managed nursing care upon transfer from Cardiac ICU until discharge.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Managed nursing care of patients with cardiovascular issues, post Ablations, post Pacemaker/AICD implants, post Heart catheterization,
- Managed nursing care of chronically ill patients with history of Diabetes Mellitus, End stage renal disease, Congestive heart failure.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Greater El Monte Community Hospital
03.2007 - 09.2011
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care unit.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Santa Isabel
Naga City, PhilippinesSkills
- Staff Leadership
- Care Delivery
- Nursing Staff Management
- Staff Assignments
- Multitasking and Organization
- Deadline Management
- Electronic Charting Expertise
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR
- Administrative Staff Supervision
- Workload Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Conflict Management
- Process and Procedure Development
- Quality Improvement
Timeline
Department Supervisor- Perioperative Services
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2021 - Current
PACU Coordinator/Charge Nurse
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2020
PACU Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2019
Cardiovascular DOU Nurse
PIH-Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2007 - 12.2011
Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Greater El Monte Community Hospital
03.2007 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Santa Isabel
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