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Christina (Tina) Miller

Albuquerque,New Mexico

Summary

Professional charge nurse with focus on patient care and team leadership. Strong skills in clinical decision-making, patient assessment, and care planning. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork. Dependable in high-pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Charge Nurse, Pediatric

Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
09.2021 - Current
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to best practices.
  • Coordinated daily operations, optimizing patient flow and resource allocation within the unit.
  • Implemented protocols for medication administration, enhancing safety and compliance standards.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Proficient in pediatric sedation's during lumbar punctures and traveling sedation for imaging which includes airway management, monitoring vital, and administering pharmacologic medications.

Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit

Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
08.2019 - 09.2021
  • Administered patient care, including medication management and wound dressing.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs, recognizing and responding to changes in patient conditions.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment options, post-operative care, and preventive health measures.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Medical Assistant

After Hours Pediatrics
Albuquerque, NM
01.2011 - 08.2019
  • Administered immunizations and managed patient records for accurate health information tracking.
  • Assisted in triaging patients, prioritizing care based on urgency and medical needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline patient flow and improve overall service delivery.
  • Processed pre-authorization for multiple medications or imaging

Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care to enhance understanding and compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03-2022

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
04-2019

Certificate - Medical Assistant

Pima Medical Institute
Albuquerque, NM
05-2007

Skills

  • Personable and dedicated
  • IV administration management
  • Compassionate and empathic
  • Rapport building

Certification

  • Pediatric Certified Nurse, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, - 2024

Timeline

Charge Nurse, Pediatric

Presbyterian Hospital
09.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit

Presbyterian Hospital
08.2019 - 09.2021

Medical Assistant

After Hours Pediatrics
01.2011 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Central New Mexico Community College

Certificate - Medical Assistant

Pima Medical Institute