David Valdez
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented registered nurse with a strong foundation in acute care and more than fifteen years of hospital experience in medication safety, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to Sharp’s mission of quality, safety, and community through evidence-based practice, integrity, and innovation. Skilled in prioritizing patient needs, teaching, and coordinating care to deliver excellence in every patient encounter.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician III
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
La Mesa, CA
06.2014 - Current
- Applied aseptic technique in preparing IV and chemotherapy medications, ensuring patient safety and preventing complications, while educating and mentoring staff on aseptic best practices.
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and pharmacists to support accurate medication administration, reinforcing interdisciplinary teamwork, and patient-centered care.
- Promoted medication safety by reconciling discrepancies in controlled substances, maintaining accurate documentation, and educating staff on safe handling procedures.
- Prioritized and coordinated workload in a high-volume environment, using critical thinking and problem-solving to support timely, efficient patient care.
- Collaborated in quality improvement initiatives and process innovations to strengthen patient safety, promote excellence, and align with Sharp’s standards of care.
Pharmacy Technician
Paradise Valley Hospital
National City, California
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Prepared sterile IV medications under aseptic conditions, reinforcing infection control and patient safety.
- Supported safe and timely medication delivery by partnering with nurses and providers.
- Strengthened knowledge of pharmacology, drug interactions, and dosing principles, building a foundation for safe clinical practice.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA12-2025
Associate of Science - Biology
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA06-2023
Skills
- Medication safety and pharmacology expertise
- Culturally competent care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education and advocacy
- Leadership and mentorship
- Delegation and team support
Clinical Experience
- Orthopedics - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 95 hours
- Medical-Surgical I -Scripps Mercy Hillcrest- 80 hours
- Medical-Surgical II - Kaiser Zion Medical Center- 80 hours
- Medical-Surgical III - Scripps La Jolla- 132 hours
- Obstetrics Nursing- Sharp Grossmont Labor & Delivery- 30 hours
- Pediatrics Nursing- Rady Children's Hospital - 30 hours
- Psychiatric Nursing- Alvarado Parkway Institute- 43 hours
- Community Nursing- 10 hours
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, California State Board of Nursing — Active
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association — Expires 08/2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association — Expires 07/2027
- Pharmacy Technician License, California State Board of Pharmacy — Active
Affiliations
- Enjoy cooking new dishes for family, staying active through regular exercise, and engaging in animated stories through reading and film.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician III
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
06.2014 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Paradise Valley Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grossmont College
Associate of Science - Biology
San Diego Mesa College
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