Edith Cisneros

I have always felt drawn to nursing, partly because of my personal experiences with healthcare. My grandparents and both of my sisters have spent significant time in hospitals, and during those experiences I witnessed how much of a difference a caring nurse can make. My parents have always said that I am naturally caring, and over time I realized that nursing was the perfect way to turn that into a career. Being on both sides, as a family member and now as a nursing student, has strengthened my passion for this profession. I feel that nursing is truly the path I am meant to pursue.

I chose the accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program because it provided the best opportunity to enter the profession efficiently, even though it was intimidating at first. As a first-generation college student, I did not have much guidance on navigating healthcare education. I completed my undergraduate degree in psychology to develop a strong foundation in understanding and communicating with people. The accelerated program required rapid learning and adaptability, but it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It allowed me to develop clinical skills, gain confidence, and grow as a future nurse.

My clinical experiences across the Central Valley have shaped my development significantly. While I initially thought that pediatrics would be my primary focus, adult health rotations had the most impact on me. Working with adult patients allowed me to communicate directly and form meaningful connections while understanding their health experiences. Rotating through diverse communities strengthened my commitment to serving multicultural populations, and being bilingual in English and Spanish enables me to connect effectively with patients. This portfolio highlights my academic work, clinical experiences, and personal growth, demonstrating the skills, knowledge, and dedication that I will bring to nursing practice.

• PLO 1 – Knowledge of Nursing Practice (AACN Essential 1)
  Utilize established and evolving disciplinary knowledge and ways of knowing, from a variety of disciplines including liberal arts and natural and social sciences, to inform clinical judgment and innovative practice. This means I apply both scientific evidence and practical understanding to make safe, informed decisions for patients.
• PLO 2 – Person-Centered Care (AACN Essential 2)
  Implement person-centered care that is holistic, individualized, and reflects an understanding of human growth and development, the determinants of health, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical and nursing management across the spheres of care. In practice, this means focusing on each patient’s unique needs, values, and experiences while providing care.
• PLO 3 – Population Health (AACN Essential 3)
  Create action plans, interventions, and influence policies toward health equity and improved health, spanning the healthcare delivery continuum from public health prevention to disease management of populations. This involves considering community and population health needs and designing strategies to promote wellness and prevent disease.
• PLO 4 – Scholarship for the Nursing Discipline (AACN Essential 4)
  Synthesize, translate, apply, and disseminate knowledge to improve health and transform health care. In practice, this means using evidence-based research and best practices to improve patient outcomes and contribute to the development of nursing as a discipline.
• PLO 5 – Quality and Safety (AACN Essential 5)
  Employ quality care, established and emerging principles of safety, and improve science through both system effectiveness and individual performance. This ensures that care is consistently safe, efficient, and effective for patients, while also identifying ways to improve healthcare systems.
• PLO 6 – Interprofessional Partnerships (AACN Essential 6)
  Engage in professional collaboration across disciplines and with other stakeholders, including patients, families, and communities, to optimize care, enhance the healthcare experience, and strengthen outcomes that recognize the unique contribution of all members. This means working effectively with healthcare teams and valuing everyone’s role in patient care.
• PLO 7 – Systems-Based Practice (AACN Essential 7)
  Coordinate resources to provide cost-effective, safe, quality, and equitable care to diverse populations within complex systems of health care. In practice, this involves understanding healthcare systems and using resources wisely to provide care that meets the needs of all patients.
• PLO 8 – Informatics and Healthcare Technologies (AACN Essential 8)
  Utilize patient care technologies, information systems, and communication devices to manage and improve the delivery of safe, high-quality, and efficient healthcare services. This means using electronic health records, monitoring tools, and other technologies to support patient care and safety.
• PLO 9 – Professionalism (AACN Essential 9)
  Cultivate and sustain a professional identity through the acquisition of expertise and assertion of leadership that reflects professional characteristics and values. This involves acting with integrity, demonstrating accountability, and advocating for patients while upholding nursing standards.
• PLO 10 – Personal, Professional, and Leadership Development (AACN Essential 10)
  Foster personal health, resilience, well-being, self-awareness, and a capacity to adapt to ambiguity and change. In practice, this means maintaining self-care, staying flexible in challenging situations, and continuously growing as a nurse and leader.
• PLO 11 – Mindful Leadership (AACN Essential 11)
  Demonstrate characteristics of a mindful and present leader proficient in asserting influence and power in professional and personal contexts. This involves being thoughtful, proactive, and intentional in leadership roles while supporting patients, colleagues, and the healthcare environment.

• Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
• End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC)
• Culturally & Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS)
• EKG Course Completion
• ACLS & NIHSS: Pending

Jonnie York Nursing Fellowship – York Fellow (Recipient)
Achieved recognition through Legacy Health Endowment for students focused on serving Central Valley community. Celebrated for leadership, academic success, and commitment to culturally responsive nursing. 

Student Nurse – Multiple Clinical Sites
San Joaquin General Hospital • St. Joseph's Medical Center • Valley Children's Hospital • Sutter Health Memorial

• Administered personalized care plans for adult, pediatric, maternal, and mental health patients, ensuring specific needs were met.
• Achieved improved patient recovery through effective medication administration, diligent wound care, and patient education.
• Engaged with interdisciplinary team members to deliver culturally sensitive care and tailored interventions.

Precepted Capstone Experience
Emanuel Medical Center, Tenet Healthcare - Medical-Oncology Unit

• Assisted in providing comprehensive patient care under the guidance of RN supervision, ensuring adherence to medical-oncology protocols.
• Supported patient safety by implementing infection precautions, tracking lab results, pain assessments, and treatment efficacy.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary rounds and developed discharge plans to ensure effective patient transitions.