Delilah Rivera
Little Elm,US
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 10 years of extensive expertise in patient care, specializing in cardiac monitoring and LVAD management. Proficient in medication administration, IV management, and infection control, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through precise clinical documentation and collaborative care strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Oversee patient care, medication, and treatments, ensuring compliance with physician directives.
- Monitor cardiac and physical health, maintaining critical patient records for optimal outcomes.
- Administer treatments and sterile procedures, managing IV drips and LVADs efficiently.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient recovery and satisfaction.
- Implement strategies to improve patient care quality and safety.
- Supervise complex patient care in LTACH setting, specializing in cardiac monitoring and LVAD management while ensuring precise medication administration and treatment protocols.
- Execute comprehensive care plans through IV therapy management, sterile procedures, and real-time vital sign monitoring for critically ill patients.
- Partner with multidisciplinary teams to implement physician orders, maintain detailed patient records, and deliver high-quality critical care interventions.
- Assess and respond to dynamic patient conditions, utilizing clinical expertise to adjust care strategies and maintain optimal patient outcomes.
- Deliver specialized nursing care in long-term acute settings, focusing on patient advocacy and continuous monitoring of treatment effectiveness.
- Lead advanced cardiac monitoring and LVAD patient care initiatives, implementing evidence-based protocols to enhance recovery outcomes in critical care settings.
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Oversaw patient care, medication, and treatments, ensuring adherence to physician directives.
- Monitored cardiac and physical status, achieving improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained critical patient records, facilitating effective treatment plans.
- Executed sterile procedures, enhancing patient safety and care quality.
- Led comprehensive patient care in LTACH setting, implementing complex treatment protocols while coordinating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize recovery outcomes.
- Performed continuous assessment of vital signs and cardiac telemetry data, making critical decisions for patient stabilization and emergency interventions.
- Facilitated seamless communication between physicians and care teams, ensuring accurate documentation and timely execution of medical directives.
- Streamlined medication administration processes while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance standards.
- Developed and implemented patient-specific care strategies, incorporating evidence-based practices to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Conducted advanced wound care procedures and managed ventilator-dependent patients, implementing specialized protocols to reduce infection rates.
Registered Nurse
Vista Hills Healthcare Center
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, enhancing care plans and improving patient outcomes.
- Administered anesthetics tailored to patient needs, ensuring safety and procedural success.
- Streamlined unit operations by organizing tools and maintaining supply levels, boosting efficiency.
- Delivered medications and observed patients for reactions, ensuring timely intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop treatment plans, optimizing patient recovery.
- Streamlined patient care workflows by implementing comprehensive documentation protocols and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams for optimal treatment outcomes.
- Developed tailored care plans through close consultation with medical staff, ensuring personalized attention and enhanced recovery paths for SNF residents.
- Optimized medication administration processes while maintaining strict compliance with healthcare protocols and safety guidelines.
- Led patient assessment initiatives and vital monitoring programs, contributing to improved healthcare delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced unit efficiency through systematic organization of medical supplies and implementation of streamlined restocking procedures.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing protocols for complex medical cases, resulting in enhanced patient recovery trajectories and reduced complications.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Vista Hills Healthcare Center
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Sterilized equipment, minimizing infection risks, enhancing patient safety and staff protection.
- Evaluated nursing interventions, recommended improvements, boosting patient outcomes.
- Charted patient conditions, reported medication effects, ensuring accurate treatment monitoring.
- Assisted with mobility and hygiene, supporting patient comfort and dignity.
- Collected vital signs, implemented care protocols, ensuring comprehensive patient monitoring.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and execute personalized patient treatment plans, enhancing recovery trajectories.
- Maintained meticulous electronic health records and vital sign documentation, facilitating accurate treatment adjustments and improved patient monitoring.
- Streamlined patient care workflows through effective time management and prioritization, leading to enhanced care delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Mentored new nursing staff in proper patient care protocols while maintaining high standards of healthcare delivery and infection prevention.
- Administered specialized nursing interventions for complex medical cases, implementing evidence-based practices to optimize patient recovery outcomes.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and implemented targeted care strategies, ensuring comprehensive health monitoring and proactive intervention.
- Developed and implemented patient education programs, strengthening understanding of post-discharge care requirements and recovery protocols.
Wound Care Nurse/ Licensed Vocational Nurse
St. Giles Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10.2016 - 03.2018
- Administered medications, monitored reactions, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Led wound care treatments, implemented evidence-based plans, enhanced patient recovery outcomes.
- Conducted daily skin assessments, identified issues early, maintained comprehensive records.
- Managed immunization and outbreak control, contributing to improved facility health standards.
- Developed and executed individualized treatment plans for complex wound cases while monitoring infection indicators and coordinating with interdisciplinary care teams.
- Provided specialized wound care services while ensuring patient comfort, educating on preventive measures, and maintaining strong communication with families.
- Streamlined wound assessment procedures and documentation processes, enhancing treatment efficiency while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Partnered with healthcare teams to implement infection control protocols and vaccination programs, contributing to facility-wide preventive care initiatives.
- Spearheaded advanced wound care protocols and optimized treatment methodologies, resulting in enhanced recovery timelines for complex cases.
- Established comprehensive skin integrity monitoring system, integrating preventive measures with proactive intervention strategies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Vista Hills Healthcare Center
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Assisted patients with mobility and hygiene, enhancing comfort and care quality.
- Monitored patient conditions, ensuring timely reporting and improved health outcomes.
- Sterilized equipment, reducing infection risks and promoting a safe environment.
- Collected vital signs, supporting accurate treatment and patient monitoring.
- Administered anesthetics, ensuring patient safety and procedural success.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans with healthcare teams, optimizing patient recovery timelines and treatment effectiveness.
- Managed medication schedules for diverse patient groups, ensuring accurate documentation and maintaining strict compliance protocols.
- Provided comprehensive patient education on post-discharge care, improving long-term health management and reducing readmission rates.
- Implemented streamlined documentation processes, enhancing communication efficiency between shifts and departments.
- Mentored new nursing staff in facility protocols and patient care best practices, fostering team excellence and consistent care standards.
Certified Nurse Aide
Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation
12.2011 - 02.2014
- Supported residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and reported vital signs, enhancing resident care quality.
- Communicated changes in resident conditions to nursing staff promptly.
- Accompanied residents to appointments, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in skilled nursing facility, monitoring vital signs and documenting health changes while maintaining compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Coordinated with nursing team to ensure timely response to residents' needs, facilitating medical appointments and providing essential daily living assistance.
- Implemented systematic approach to resident care documentation, enhancing communication efficiency between shifts and improving continuity of care.
- Partnered with healthcare professionals to maintain high standards of resident care, contributing to positive health outcomes through proactive condition monitoring.
- Streamlined daily care routines while maintaining quality standards, enabling more personalized attention for residents with complex needs.
- Orchestrated care delivery with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring prompt response to resident needs and maintaining high-quality healthcare standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Southwest University
El Paso, Texas09.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Southwest University
El Paso, Texas12.2019
License Vocational Nurse - undefined
Vista College
El Paso, Texas04.2015
Diploma -
Center High School
Knoxville, Tennessee01.2005
Skills
- Patient Care (Expert), Medication Administration (Expert), IV Management (Expert), IV Drip Management, LVAD (Skillful), Wound Care (Experienced), Clinical Documentation (Experienced), Vital Signs (Expert), Infection Control (Experienced), Patient Assessment (Experienced), Treatment Planning (Experienced), BLS (Experienced), ACLS (Skillful)
Certification
- LVAD Training Certification - 2024
- Basic Life Support - 2024 - 2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - 2023 - 2025
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Proficient).
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
05.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Vista Hills Healthcare Center
03.2020 - 05.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Vista Hills Healthcare Center
09.2018 - 03.2020
Wound Care Nurse/ Licensed Vocational Nurse
St. Giles Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10.2016 - 03.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Vista Hills Healthcare Center
08.2015 - 09.2016
Certified Nurse Aide
Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation
12.2011 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Southwest University
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Southwest University
License Vocational Nurse - undefined
Vista College
Diploma -
Center High School