Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Together Hospice
11.2022 - 05.2024
Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' conditions and adjusting care plans as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive pain management strategies for patients in their final days.
Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall quality of hospice services provided within the organization.
Educated families on the hospice process, enabling informed decision-making during a difficult time.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
04.2023 - 01.2024
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Paradise Valley Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring cardiac telemetry and promptly responding to critical changes.
Ensured optimal clinical outcomes for cardiac patients through timely identification of potential complications and prompt intervention.
Provided comprehensive cardiac education to patients and families, empowering them in self-care management postdischarge.
Optimized patient outcomes in high-stress scenarios by remaining calm, focused, and utilizing critical thinking skills to provide appropriate interventions.
Demonstrated expertise in various cardiac procedures such as EKG interpretation, defibrillation, cardioversion, and administration of emergency medications.
Reduced medication errors by diligently verifying all orders and maintaining accurate documentation.
Supported new nursing staff through mentorship, precepting, and serving as a resource in navigating complex cardiac cases.
Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, holistic care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Promoted a culture of safety within the unit, adhering to strict infection control protocols and proper handling of medical equipment.
LEED Coordinator, Project Engineer
Burger Construction
10.2017 - 03.2019
Focused on recycling and environmental hazardous protection for employees on various construction sites
Handled various clients from: GoPro, Google, San Diego Judicial Court on implementing renewable ways to recycle on their various tenant improvement remodels
Industrial Hygienist, Toxicologist
HM Pitt Labs
01.2015 - 07.2017
Duties included protecting employees' health in the workplace by creating and implementing programs, policies and procedures to measure and reduce employees' exposure to physical, chemical, biological and ergonomic stress factors
Created and executed studies to monitor and assess employees' exposure to health risks, and to measure effectiveness of occupational health programs, policies and procedures
Research Volunteer
San Diego River Park Foundation
01.2014 - 12.2018
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Pharmacology, Assessment, Fundamentals, Research/Theory, Med-Surg, Labor & Delivery, Pediatrics, Psychology, Public Health & Leadership
National University
01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science, minor in Biology
University of San Diego
01.2014
Skills
Home care management
Advanced care planning
Pain assessment
Compassionate communication
Clinical documentation
Family support
Care coordination
Quality improvement
Certification
CPR, First Aid, AED, BLS and Lifeguard/Title 22 Certifications, American Red Cross
Additionalinformation - Fundraiser
Created a fundraiser to benefit families, disaster relief workers, and an orphanage destroyed by the October 2014 hurricane that struck Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
Degree
BSN, RN
License
Registered Nurse, RN95247132, California
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
04.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Together Hospice
11.2022 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Paradise Valley Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
LEED Coordinator, Project Engineer
Burger Construction
10.2017 - 03.2019
Industrial Hygienist, Toxicologist
HM Pitt Labs
01.2015 - 07.2017
Research Volunteer
San Diego River Park Foundation
01.2014 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Pharmacology, Assessment, Fundamentals, Research/Theory, Med-Surg, Labor & Delivery, Pediatrics, Psychology, Public Health & Leadership
National University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science, minor in Biology
Care Transition Coordinator at Kare In Home Hospice / Vital Caring Group HospiceCare Transition Coordinator at Kare In Home Hospice / Vital Caring Group Hospice