Delora J. Becker
Riverside, Yucaipa,CA
Summary
Over 17 years of clinical experience as a patient-focused professional, I have consistently promoted excellence in healthcare and am eager to continue extending exceptional care. My skills and expertise make me an excellent fit for this position. Currently employed at Bright Sky Home Health and Hospice, I have gained over a decade of experience working with various multi-disciplinary teams and populations, including extensive geriatric care. My proficiency in effectively communicating, prioritizing tasks, and delivering compassionate care has led to a consistent track record of patient satisfaction and excellent patient outcomes. Additionally, I specialize in working with patients at the end of their lives, ensuring their comfort during this challenging time. I hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing and an Associate's Degree in Health Sciences, and I am currently completing my Bachelor's degree in science. Furthermore, I possess multiple licenses and certifications as a talented Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending the best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life. Talented Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager, RN
Bright Sky Home Health And Hospice
2021.10 - Current
- Systematically collaborate with a multidisciplinary hospice team and supervisory staff to promote efficient patient care and comfort, ensuring that treatment plans were appropriately implemented.
- Efficiently educate patients and their families on pain and symptom management, medication use, and interventions during the passing process, utilizing compassion to alleviate any concerns or anxiety.
- Successfully achieve treatment plan goals by performing multiple functions, such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, providing wound care, removing PICC lines, educating patients and families, and managing end-of-life care with empathy and sensitivity.
- Diligently maintain strict adherence to infection control policies and protocols, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients, their families, and healthcare staff.
- Supervise and mentor LVN and CHHA staff, providing guidance and support to promote a positive team environment and optimal patient care.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
REGISTERED NURSE, RN
DaVita Dialysis
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Managed patient dialysis treatment including inserting needles, recording vital signs, and documenting medical information for patients with acute or chronic kidney disease.
- Initiated, monitored, and terminated dialysis treatments for individual patients through intravenous and/or catheter ports, providing comprehensive patient education on disease management.
- Cleaned and disinfected dialysis machines per Infection Control Policy.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Loma Linda University Medical Center
2008.01 - 2014.07
- Monitored and charted patient's condition/vital signs, administered IV fluids/medications, and transported patients to other departments and facilities in efforts of providing superior patient care.
- Conducted care assessments/evaluations, administered medication, educated patients on improving health and disease management, directed tracheotomy and gastronomy care, and promoted effective treatment plans.
- Maintained proficient documentation in the computerized patient record system and demonstrated effective hand-off report communication.
DIRECTOR OF STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Braswell's Yucaipa Valley Convalescent Hospital
2006.04 - 2008.10
- Supervised and evaluated Nursing staff competency to ensure the delivery of quality patient care and compliance to infection control procedures.
- Coordinated all staff in-services and education, and conducted Certified Nursing Assistant training classes.
- Directed program management over Infectious Disease Tracking and Reporting program, and regulatory preparedness for CMS, OSHA, and the Health Department.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Braswell's Community Care Convalescent Hospital
2005.10 - 2008.10
- Provided direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individual patient needs.
- Administered medications orally, topically, IM, IV, and through a pump.
- Provided a full range of nursing care, collected patient data, facilitated wound treatments, and reported any adverse changes to Physicians/RNs.
- Instructed family/patient in safety issues, infection control, disease and pain management, nutrition, and general wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Desert
Palm Desert CA06.2021
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa CA05.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Suite
- EHR: EPIC
- Cerner Charting System
- HospiceMD
- JNCloud
Additional Information
- including , Registered Nurse - License, Licensed Vocational Nurse - at Summit College, IV Certified, and Phlebotomy Certified.
Timeline
Case Manager, RN
Bright Sky Home Health And Hospice
2021.10 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE, RN
DaVita Dialysis
2021.09 - 2021.12
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Loma Linda University Medical Center
2008.01 - 2014.07
DIRECTOR OF STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Braswell's Yucaipa Valley Convalescent Hospital
2006.04 - 2008.10
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Braswell's Community Care Convalescent Hospital
2005.10 - 2008.10
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Desert
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Crafton Hills College
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