Claudia Covarrubias
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with several years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care, looking for a long term commitment to utilize and continue to grow my nursing skills. Reliable and ethical healthcare provider with the ability to stay calm during crisis. Dedicated to patient well being, professionalism, and high quality care. Maintain a passion for patient advocacy. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians and other medical professionals. Ability to communicate effectively to maintain optimal interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in setting priorities and managing multiple task simultaneously
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, California
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members to optimize the provision of high-quality patient care services.
- Created personalized nursing care plans by assessing individual patient requirements.
- Rapidly and efficiently addressed emergencies and adjusted to changes in patient's condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data including medical history, vital signs, and medication administration.
- Provided comprehensive nursing services, assessing and evaluating patients' health condition.
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry
AMN Healthcare Inc.
San Diego, CA
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced collaboration between healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Assisted families in navigating and coping with difficult choices surrounding end-of-life care.
- Conducted patient assessments and evaluations to analyze health condition, delivering comprehensive nursing care services.
- Ensured efficient patient care by overseeing treatment plans and administering necessary medical interventions.
- Ensured prompt reporting of any changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals.
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry/ED Hold
AMN Healthcare Inc.
San Diego, CA
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient care in adherence to established standards and protocols.
- Implemented preventive measures in response to identified risks from assessment processes.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
- Adhered to infection control protocols while performing assigned tasks.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance quality of patient care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans for patients based on their specific needs.
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry/ED Hold
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted patient assessments, including monitoring vital signs and identifying potential health issues.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems to document patient care and outcomes accurately.
- Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding health conditions and treatment plans.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues.
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry
AMN Healthcare Inc.
San Diego, California
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for all patients.
- Developed nursing care plans based on individual needs of each patient.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda Medical Center
Murrieta, CA
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Loma Linda Medical Center: PCU/Telemetry
- Care of critically ill patients,as well as those preparing/recovering from cardiac procedures such as coronary artery bypass graft,angioplasty, pacemaker placement surgery etc.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Staff/Lead Registered Nurse
Menifee Valley Medical Center
Menifee, CA
09.2013 - 04.2018
- Menifee Valley Medical Center: Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
- Critically analyze patient assessments and collaborate with physicians Provide skilled care of patients with various medical and surgical conditions, including but not limited to: acute and chronic renal failure, chronic heart failure, pneumonia, open reduction internal fixation of knee/hip, laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Precept, educate, and train new nursing staff on a continuous basis Oversee department flow and acuity changes Effectively managed clinical oversight for 31-bed unit.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established guidelines.
- Provided direct patient care and assessment, developed individualized plans of care, and coordinated with multidisciplinary team members.
- Delegated tasks to appropriate personnel based on their experience level and competency requirements.
Registered Nurse
Allcare Health Services Inc
Ontario, CA
05.2013 - 09.2013
- Allcare Health Inc: Home Health
- Extensive experience working in homes with disabled children and adults.
- Oversight for the LVN's care for the patient Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
- Collaborated with patients family, LVN, and CNA for continuity of care to ensure all needs of the patients are being met.
- Developed a trusting relationship with each client through open communication while respecting cultural differences.
- Conducted home visits to assess safety of living environment for pediatric or disabled clients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions based on outcomes achieved relative to goals established in the care plan.
- Advised family members on how best they can provide support during difficult times.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics Menifee
Menifee, CA
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce their fear or anxiety, and optimize their cooperation.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Distribution Clerk
Abbott Vascular Inc
Temecula, CA
02.2005 - 02.2006
- Processed and fulfilled supply orders by pulling materials, packing boxes, and placing them in the delivery area.
- Maintains a clean shipping supply area in adherence to procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Packaged products using appropriate materials in accordance with shipping regulations.
- Prepared bills of lading and packing slips for outgoing shipments.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Mt. San Jacinto College
Menifee, CA2012
Skills
- Bilingual
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIHSS
- Telemetry
- PCU
- Time management
- Highly dependable
- Detail-oriented
- Fast Learner
- Patient and family advocacy
- Proficient
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry
AMN Healthcare Inc.
11.2023 - 01.2024
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry/ED Hold
AMN Healthcare Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2023
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry/ED Hold
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - 01.2023
Travel Registered Nurse: Telemetry
AMN Healthcare Inc.
11.2019 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda Medical Center
04.2018 - 10.2019
Staff/Lead Registered Nurse
Menifee Valley Medical Center
09.2013 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Allcare Health Services Inc
05.2013 - 09.2013
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics Menifee
01.2006 - 01.2010
Distribution Clerk
Abbott Vascular Inc
02.2005 - 02.2006
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Mt. San Jacinto College
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