Eloisa Meneses
Covina,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Monterey Park Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Studying patients' medical history, test results, and treatment plans
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Monitoring, interpreting, and recording data from specialized medical technologies and equipment.
- Collaborating with healthcare specialists and reporting changes and deteriorating conditions.
- Explaining tests results and procedures to patients and their families, as well as answering questions.
- Advising patients on post-hospital care, including prescribed medicine, home care protocols, disease prevention, and lifestyle changes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
RN Supervisor
South Pasadena Care Center
02.2023 - Current
- Managed patient flows for unit, handling admissions and processing discharge paperwork.
- Implemented treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions.
- Recorded changes in patient conditions and laboratory test result.
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments and documented care activities.
- Administered oral, IV and intramuscular medications as part of patient treatments.
- Worked closely with physicians and nursing staff as part of unit team.
- Maintained accurate records and charted consistently in EHR system.
- Assisted with examinations, treatments and office procedures.
- Prepared patients for appointments, completing intake processes and giving instructions.
- Intervened and stabilized patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR or advanced life support care.
- Led team of nurses to deliver care to patients in the whole unit.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
- Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Wound Care Nurse
South Pasadena Care Center
06.2021 - Current
- Developed comprehensive nursing care plans for patients with chronic wounds, including documentation of interventions, assessments and evaluations.
- Performed dressing changes in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the condition of wounds, evaluate healing progression or regression, document findings, adjust treatment plans accordingly and provide feedback to medical staff regarding
- Changes needed in treatment regimens.
- Assisted physicians in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment modalities used for managing acute and chronic wounds.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments administered, medications prescribed and other pertinent information.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate quality patient-centered wound care services.
- Demonstrated excellent clinical assessment and wound care management skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
LPN Charge Nurse
South Pasadena Care Center
06.2020 - Current
- Completed rounds each shift on new residents and individuals listed with recent condition changes or clinical concerns.
- Tracked patients' responses to medications and vitals for treating clinicians.
- Monitored alerting systems for patient calls and emergency alerts.
- Ordered diagnostic tests and requested specialist care to meet patient needs.
- Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders.
- Trained junior nurses and students in proper techniques.
- Intervened and stabilized patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR or advanced life support care.
- Prepared patients for appointments, completing intake processes and giving instructions.
- Maintained accurate records and charted consistently in EHR system.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
RN Intern
Dignity Health
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Inserted catheters and feeding tubes, changed out parts and cared for tissue around insertion points
- Learned and performed advanced procedures like administering IV medications by shadowing skilled nursing professionals
- Worked under qualified nurses to perform basic patient care tasks
- Cared for patients' wounds by applying bandages and topical medications
- Completed patient assessments and recommended treatment plans
- Handled patients' personal needs, including bathing, shampoos and meal preparation
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects
Shift Supervisor
Boston Market
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Held team members accountable during shift by effectively coaching to improve performance
- Managed store closing and opening procedures to ensure safety and security
- Developed strategies to increase efficiency and productivity during shift changes
- Provided direction to team members regarding operational and procedural issues
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a professional manner
- Trained new employees in job duties, safety protocols, policies and procedures, and company culture
- Ensured compliance with all local health department regulations
- Assisted customers with inquiries, orders and complaints in a timely manner
- Maintained clean and secure operating environment, driving safety and well-being of employees on shift
- Coached team members, delivering candid feedback on expectations and performance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA12.2022
Skills
- Time management
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Leadership
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Wound Care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Emergency Response
Certification
- RN License: 95325921 Expiration date: 4/30/2026
- First Aid Certification: BLS AHA 245419135595 Expiration date: 06/2026
- ACLS Certification: AHA 245401366996 Expiration date: 09/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Monterey Park Hospital
09.2023 - Current
RN Supervisor
South Pasadena Care Center
02.2023 - Current
RN Intern
Dignity Health
03.2022 - 12.2022
Wound Care Nurse
South Pasadena Care Center
06.2021 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
South Pasadena Care Center
06.2020 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Boston Market
03.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pacific College
- RN License: 95325921 Expiration date: 4/30/2026
- First Aid Certification: BLS AHA 245419135595 Expiration date: 06/2026
- ACLS Certification: AHA 245401366996 Expiration date: 09/2025
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