Elsa Guzman
Visalia,CA
Summary
Dynamic Charge RN at Kaweah Health, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Skilled in care coordination and crisis management, I successfully mentored junior nurses and improved patient satisfaction ratings by fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to ethical practice and continuous quality improvement in healthcare delivery.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge RN
Kaweah Health
06.1996 - Current
- Maintained an organized clinical environment conducive to efficient workflow by regularly evaluating unit needs and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust treatment plans, improving overall patient health outcomes.
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and identifying opportunities for process enhancement.
- Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and self-care routines.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of patients and staff members at all times.
- Optimized resource allocation during high-volume periods by efficiently delegating tasks based on staff skill sets.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies by diligently monitoring documentation accuracy within the unit.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and developing individualized care plans.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Led successful unit initiatives aimed at improving patient care delivery, such as the implementation of new nursing protocols or equipment.
- Fostered a culture of professional development among staff by encouraging participation in educational opportunities and providing constructive feedback during performance evaluations.
- Contributed to higher patient satisfaction ratings by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care to all patients regardless of background or condition severity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive care coordination.
- Served as primary liaison between physicians and nursing staff, maintaining clear communication channels for optimal patient care delivery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Education
Associate Of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA06.1996
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Mental health support
- Care coordination
- Ethical practice
- Healthcare regulations
- Cultural history
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Friendly and outgoing
- Personal integrity
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Team leadership
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Calm and composed
- Goal driven
- Duty delegation
- Patient assessments
- Patient care planning
- Employee performance
- Safety and security procedures
- Licensed RN
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Nursing care coordination
- Medication administration
- Training and development
- Quality improvement
- Patient care standards
- Patient management
- Staff management
- Medication distribution
- Data collection
- Staff training
- Patient advocacy
- Documenting observations
- Plan of action implementation
- Staff supervision
- Issue resolution
- Critical care
- Care plan management
- Staff scheduling
- Clinical instruction
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient assessment
- Health education
- Performance management
- Discharge planning
- Case management
- Patient care assignment
- Rapport building
- Staff education and training
- Supply management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Quality assurance controls
- Chronic disease management
- Resource allocation
- Staff education
- Patient care management
- Charting and documenting
- Patient admitting
- Evidence-based nursing
- Team development and management
- Patient record auditing
- Nurse and CNA supervision
- Care and discharge planning
- Continuum of care coordination
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Basic life support
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
Accomplishments
Nominated and awarded medical staff officers nurse of the year award 6 times.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish.
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Charge RN
Kaweah Health
06.1996 - Current
Associate Of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
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