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Elisa Pacheco

Oceanside,CA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task]. Offering [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Wellpath / Imperial County Jail
El Centro, CA
07.2007 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.

Reistered Nurse

Wellpath
San Diego, CA
07/23/07 - Current
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Education

Associate of Science -

Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA
12-2006

High School Diploma -

Central Union High School
El Centro, CA
01-1994

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Wellpath / Imperial County Jail
07.2007 - Current

Reistered Nurse

Wellpath
07/23/07 - Current

Associate of Science -

Imperial Valley College

High School Diploma -

Central Union High School
Elisa Pacheco