Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in direct patient care and emergency response. Known for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and commitment to patient education, ensuring optimal treatment plans and positive health outcomes.
Work History
Registered Nurse
16 Years 1 Month
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital | 07.2010 - Current
Lead Nurse
Permanent Charge Nurse
Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
Administered emergency care to patients, ensuring timely and effective treatment in high-pressure situations.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient flow and optimize resource allocation.
Registered Nurse
8 Years 6 Months
Baptist Health Hospital | 01.2002 - 07.2010
Permanent charge nurse
Provided critical care to adult patients, monitoring vital signs and responding to emergencies including CABG, Balloon pumps, and invasive lines
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and fostering professional growth.
Registered Nurse
4 Years 8 Months
Methodist Healthcare | 05.1997 - 01.2002
Conducted patient assessments, documenting changes in condition accurately for effective decision-making.
Assisted with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies under physician supervision when needed.
Served as a resource and mentor to other nursing staff, providing guidance on complex patient care issues and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
Registered Nurse
1 Year
Parkland Memorial Hospital | 05.1996 - 05.1997
Managed complex patient care in high-pressure critical care environments.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Administered advanced life support interventions and monitored vital signs effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | 12-1995
Skills
IV medication administration
Medication management
Direct patient care
Emergency care
Patient assessments
Airway management
Patient stabilization
Trauma nursing
IV insertion with ultrasound
EKG analysis
Behavioral health
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
TNCC- Trauma Nursing Core Course
BLS- Basic Life support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
07.2010 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Hospital
01.2002 - 07.2010Read More
Registered Nurse
Methodist Healthcare
05.1997 - 01.2002Read More
Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
05.1996 - 05.1997Read More
The University of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio