Cierra Schaefer
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced Clinical III Nurse with a focus on patient education and collaborative care. Skilled in precepting new nurses and improving patient outcomes through critical thinking and strong advocacy, ready to drive impactful initiatives within healthcare settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
11.2020 - Current
- Currently serve as a Clinical III Nurse and relief charge nurse, providing high-quality care and leadership within the unit.
- Gained comprehensive knowledge of Hoag’s policies and procedures, consistently upholding the organization’s professional standards and enhancing patient satisfaction through strong patient advocacy.
- My experience with the 6WEST team has significantly strengthened my critical thinking skills as a sub-ICU nurse and further developed my ability to manage complex medical cases and deliver optimal patient outcomes.
- I am proud to be on clinical ladder for the fifth consecutive year, consistently demonstrating a commitment to infection prevention initiatives—particularly in reducing the transmission of Clostridioides difficile within the healthcare setting.
- Hoag has provided valuable opportunities for increased professional engagement, including serving as a peer-to-peer flu vaccinator, participating in flu clinics, precepting student nurses and new graduates during their onboarding periods, and volunteering at various Hoag-sponsored events.
Registered Nurse
Anaheim Regional Medical Center
Anaheim, CA
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Worked as a registered nurse on the medical-surgical/telemetry floor
- Gained experience in building patient rapport, medication administration, telemetry, collaboration with medical personnel, educating patients, and performing proper medical documentation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI05.2019
Master of Science - Family Nurse Pracitioner
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI08.2026
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Precepting
Certification
- Sub-ICU Course – Hoag Hospital
Completed specialized training to provide care for sub-ICU level patients, enhancing clinical expertise and supporting career advancement in progressive nursing roles. - PCCN Certification – Progressive Care Certified Nurse
Passed the PCCN examination to maintain current knowledge of progressive care practices, strengthen critical thinking, and expand clinical competencies. - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) & Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Successfully completed ACLS and BLS certifications in accordance with American Heart Association standards. - Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing – Hawaii Pacific University
Inducted as a member in recognition of exemplary leadership and academic achievement in the nursing profession.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Anaheim Regional Medical Center
11.2019 - 11.2020
Master of Science - Family Nurse Pracitioner
Hawaii Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University