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Cristina Calaguas

Summary

Dedicated registered nurse with over 5 years of acute care experience, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative team environment. Strong advocate for diverse populations, focused on implementing meaningful strategies that ensure every individual receives the support and personalized care they deserve. Passionate about nursing excellence, and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes well-being and innovative healthcare solutions. Proven ability to foster positive relationships with patients and colleagues, enhancing overall care delivery and outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Providence Health & Services
04.2021 - Current
  • Resource nurse and preceptor to new hires and nursing students in an acute care 34-bed Step Down unit.
  • Quickly evaluate, respond to, and facilitate conflict resolution to situations impacting safety and security to patients and caregivers.
  • Participated nursing competency development to deliver quality evidence-based practice care to diverse populations.
  • Board member of the unit based committee and shared governance program.

Registered Nurse II

Olympia Medical Center
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Efficiently performed and implemented assessments in a timely manner utilizing the nursing process to make clinical judgments in an intensive care and step down unit setting.
  • Consulted and coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to deliver high quality acute care accordingly.
  • Evaluated changes in patient conditions and respond to emergent situations appropriately.

RN Supervisor

Windsor Gardens Healthcare Center
12.2019 - 05.2020
  • Supervised a team of license vocational nurses and certified nurse assistant to ensure patients are provided with safe and compassionate care.
  • Ensured staff adherence to state and federal regulations alongside institution policies and procedures to boost medical care quality.
  • Enforced nursing practice standards and institution policies to boost medical care quality.

Care Partner

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
10.2018 - 12.2019
  • Provided direct care for patients requiring close observation in various units of the hospital.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote safety and ensure all patient needs are met accordingly.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and attending classes to improve skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA
01-2019

Skills

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • NIHSS
  • MAB
  • EKG
  • Hospital Fire & Life Safety
  • Precepting
  • Shared governance

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Providence Health & Services
04.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse II

Olympia Medical Center
04.2020 - 04.2021

RN Supervisor

Windsor Gardens Healthcare Center
12.2019 - 05.2020

Care Partner

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
10.2018 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Coast University