Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in providing compassionate, holistic care. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and educate patients on health management, ensuring comprehensive care and improved patient outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice
LightBridge Hospice
San Diego, CA
11.2017 - Current
Successfully guided patient, families and staff on the End of Life Process. Work with patients who implemented the MAID process.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assessed patient conditions and documented changes to inform care strategies.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health
Healthy Living At Home
San Diego, CA
10.2016 - 01.2018
Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, promoting understanding and adherence to treatment.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse Behavioral Health
Pomerado Hospital-Poway Campus
Poway, CA
10.2005 - 11.2017
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in condition and responding swiftly to emergencies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Skilled Nursing Facilities
San Diego, CA
01.1996 - 10.2005
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY
09-2004
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing For Licensed Vocational Nurse
Maric College
San Diego, CA
07-1995
Skills
Medication administration
Training staff
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Wound care
Patient evaluation
Home health care
High level of autonomy
Chronic disease management
Hospice and palliative care
Geriatric nursing
Certification
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice
LightBridge Hospice
11.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health
Healthy Living At Home
10.2016 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse Behavioral Health
Pomerado Hospital-Poway Campus
10.2005 - 11.2017
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Skilled Nursing Facilities
01.1996 - 10.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing For Licensed Vocational Nurse