Registered Nurse License
ELIZABETH TAPIA
Registered Nurse
San Diego,CA
Overview
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1
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2
Certifications
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
San Diego, California
11.2024 - Current
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Help patients with mobility, including assisting with transfers between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations.
- Ensure a clean and organized environment by making beds, sanitizing equipment, maintaining patient room cleanliness, and overseeing the stock of supplies and equipment within the unit.
- Assist with patient admission and discharge processes, collect patient information (e.g., height, weight), and participate in hourly rounds.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Clinic Coordinator
Solas Rejuvenation and Wellness
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed clinic inventory, ensuring stock availability and monitoring product expiration dates
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments, maintaining accurate records of consents and good faith exams
- Coordinated daily clinic operations, including revenue and provider reporting
- Processed payments and managed financial transactions via credit/debit cards
- Oversaw social media management and executed local marketing strategies through flyers
Nurse Recruiter
AMN Healthcare
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Matched qualified clinicians with client orders based on licensure, skill set, and market demands
- Engaged in consultative sales by understanding and addressing candidates' unspoken needs, leading to successful placements across multiple states
- Maintained ongoing communication with candidates, building long-term consultative relationships
- Developed a pipeline of qualified candidates through strategic prospecting and database management
- Led email marketing campaigns to generate demand and streamline communication with clinicians
- Ensured compliance with onboarding requirements, including physical exams, drug screens, and licensure documentation
- Negotiated clinicians' compensation while maintaining company margins
Sales Specialist
Solara Medical Supplies
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Conducted over 65 daily calls to assist patients with reordering diabetic supplies, while educating them on additional products like Continuous Glucose Monitors and Insulin Pumps
- Verified insurance eligibility for patients, handling benefit investigations with providers such as Tricare, Medicare, Cigna, and BCBS
- Coordinated with the Authorization Department to expedite prescription requests
- Processed sales orders, provided pricing information, and scheduled deliveries
- Delivered exceptional customer service with the goal of consolidating patient needs through Solara Medical Supplies
Account Executive
Homes.com
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Conducted high-volume outbound calls to prospect real estate professionals, selling online marketing tools tailored to their needs
- Identified business opportunities through industry research and client needs analysis
- Developed and maintained client relationships within an assigned territory, guiding them through the sales process and product demonstrations
- Recommended additional services to clients, enhancing their business outcomes
Receptionist
Western Referral Inc.
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed high call volumes, scheduling clients for entertainment services
- Dispatched entertainers to the appropriate locations and processed credit card transactions
Sales Consultant
Digital Mojo Inc.
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Handled inbound sales calls, promoting bundled services such as internet, cable, and phone
- Generated orders for AT&T, utilizing Salesforce software, and upsold additional services like ADT home security and satellite TV
Brand Ambassador
Cox Communications
02.2009 - 04.2012
- Promoted Cox Communications' services in retail settings, engaging with customers to drive sales
- Tailored service offerings to meet customers' needs and preferences
Cashier
Navy Exchange
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Processed customer transactions, including handling cash, checks, and credit card payments
- Managed merchandise stocking and ensured accurate sales records
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
San Diego, CA 05.2022 - 10.2024
Associate Degree - Aviation Science
Mt. San Antonio College
CTI Program01.2015
Skills
- Bilingual (Fluent English and Spanish)
- Critical Decision-Making
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Leadership & Team Collaboration
- Multi-Tasking Efficiency
- Detail-oriented execution
- Prioritization and Time Management
- Adaptable and coachable
- Patient Care Coordination
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 08/31/26
- Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, and AED, American Heart Association, 03/31/25
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Volunteer
Screen Your Teen at Eric Paredes Save-A-Life Foundation
· Guided teen athletes and their families through the ECG screening process.
· Applied leads and documented results for the final consultation with the doctor.
Nurse Clinical Check-off at Select Specialty Medical
· Collaborated with hospital nurses to manage two stations for teaching clinical checkoffs, while documenting and verifying skills in both paper records and the computer system.
Kaiser Permanente Volunteer 2023
References
References available upon request.
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated new graduate Registered Nurse with a foundation as a Certified Nursing Assistant, gained through hands-on experience at Select Specialty Hospital. Skilled in patient care coordination, effective communication, and critical decision-making. Bilingual and detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to enhancing patient experiences and maintaining a clean, organized environment. Eager to leverage nursing knowledge and skills to deliver exceptional care and build strong, supportive relationships in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
11.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
05.2022 - 10.2024
Clinic Coordinator
Solas Rejuvenation and Wellness
04.2021 - 02.2024
Nurse Recruiter
AMN Healthcare
07.2018 - 01.2019
Sales Specialist
Solara Medical Supplies
09.2016 - 07.2018
Account Executive
Homes.com
09.2015 - 09.2016
Receptionist
Western Referral Inc.
04.2014 - 06.2015
Sales Consultant
Digital Mojo Inc.
04.2012 - 03.2013
Brand Ambassador
Cox Communications
02.2009 - 04.2012
Cashier
Navy Exchange
08.2007 - 07.2008
Associate Degree - Aviation Science
Mt. San Antonio College
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