Della Rodriguez Rees
Elephant Butte
Summary
Dedicated, patient-oriented, professional House Supervisor with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in a rural hospital setting. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to enhance patient care. Ensuring adherence to hospital policies and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Supervisor
Sierra Vista Hospital
Truth or Consequences
03.2022 - Current
- Supervised nursing operations across hospital during assigned shifts to ensure effective patient care delivery.
- Coordinated staffing assignments, adjusting resources based on fluctuations in patient acuity and census.
- Assisted nursing staff in managing complex patient care situations and emergency responses.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures to uphold patient care standards.
- Addressed concerns from patients, families, and staff promptly and professionally.
- Completed investigations of incident reviews to identify improvement areas.
- Communicated with physicians, nursing staff, and departments to maintain patient care standards.
- Facilitated admissions, discharges, and transfers for optimal patient flow.
- Prepared and adjusted Nursing and Patient Care Technician (PCT) staff schedules to ensure appropriate staffing coverage and maintain quality patient care.
- Collaborated with hospital finance department to approve nursing payroll.
- Served as the administrative House Supervisor during night shifts, providing hospital-wide leadership, coordinating operations, managing staffing concerns, and supporting quality patient care.
Case Manager
Sierra Vista Hospital
Truth or Consequences
02.2020 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and identified available resources to inform care strategies.
- Developed individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Coordinated services with healthcare providers and community resources.
- Enabled effective communication among patients, families, and medical staff to support care coordination.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate patient records.
- Educated patients on rights and available services.
- Provided case management services, including intake assessment, crisis intervention, and referrals.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
- Evaluated patient criteria for Inpatient Admissions or Observation Status using established clinical guidelines to ensure appropriate treatment.
- Preparing and submitting clinical documentation for insurance authorization of hospital admissions and continued stays
- Communicating with insurance companies regarding authorization and continued stay reviews.
- Filled in for the case manager during absences to sustain service delivery.
Registered Nurse
Sierra Vista Hospital
Truth or Consequences
05.2018 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring patient reactions and side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for healthcare team review.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
- Maintained compliance with infection control policies to ensure patient safety.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss and update care strategies for patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations and prioritize interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sierra Vista Hospital
Truth or Consequences
07.2002 - 06.2018
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting significant changes to nursing staff immediately.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and medication adherence, enhancing their understanding of treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients during healthcare challenges, fostering a compassionate environment for recovery.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
- Administered medications according to established protocols, documenting times and amounts.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Communicated patient status concerns to nursing supervisor.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Dona Branch Community College
Las Cruces, NM12-2017
Licensed Practical Nurse -
New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM05-2002
Skills
- Patient care
- Team leadership
- Adaptive decision-making
- Safety compliance
- Patient assessment
- Staff supervision
- Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Multitasking abilities
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
House Supervisor
Sierra Vista Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Case Manager
Sierra Vista Hospital
02.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sierra Vista Hospital
05.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sierra Vista Hospital
07.2002 - 06.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Dona Branch Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
New Mexico Junior College