Elsie Garcia
OXNARD
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional specializing in dementia care and wound management. Committed to implementing personalized treatment plans that enhance patient outcomes and advocate for patient rights.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Visiting Nurse
Charity Home Health
17037 Chatsworth St, Granada Hills, CA 91344.
05.2025 - Current
- Delivered patient care, assessing health needs and implementing personalized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive care for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medications, and preventive measures.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting critical information to medical staff.
Visiting Nurse
New Heights Hospice
1224 E Broadway #204, Glendale, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes through tailored interventions.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and company protocols to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Advocated for patient rights, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and ethical standards.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving efficiency in record-keeping and care coordination efforts.
Charged Nurse
Costal View Healthcare Center
4904 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA 93003
09.2021 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based practices that improved patient outcomes and reduced hospital readmission rates.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient health status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal recovery.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss care strategies, fostering collaboration among healthcare providers.
- Streamlined inventory management systems for medical supplies, reducing waste and improving resource allocation.
Visiting Nurse
Hand Heart Home Health
950 County Square Dr, Ventura, CA 93003
02.2014 - 09.2026
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices in hospice care delivery.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency through implementation of standardized procedures for patient assessments.
- Advocated for patient needs, fostering positive relationships with families and caregivers.
- Led training sessions on pain management techniques for nursing staff to improve patient outcomes.
Charged Nurse - Supervisor
Victoria Care Center
5445 Everglades St, Ventura, CA 93003
06.2010 - 08.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and safety standards.
- Implemented training programs for new nurses, enhancing team competency and patient care quality.
- Coordinated patient care initiatives, improving interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare teams.
- Monitored patient outcomes and adjusted care plans to optimize recovery processes effectively.
- Medicare and Treatment Nurse
Charged Nurse
Glenwood Care Center
1300 N C St, Oxnard, CA 93030
08.2004 - 05.2020
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Managed medication administration processes, maintaining accurate records and compliance with safety standards.
- Developed training programs for new nurses, enhancing team skills and knowledge retention.
Visiting Nurse
Angel of God Hospice
266 Mobil Ave, Camarillo, CA 93010
08.2011 - 03.2019
- Provided compassionate patient care in home settings, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and medication administration.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
PHINMA Saint Jude College Manila
1353 Don Quijote St, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008 Metro 03-2000
High School Diploma -
Colegio De San Pascual Baylon - CSPB Obando
Obando, Bulacan, Philippines03-1985
No Degree -
Catanghalan Elementary School
243 Plaridel St, Obando, Bulacan, Philippines03-1979
Skills
- Dementia care
- Catheter care
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse: 2004 - Present
- CPR Training Certified: 2004 - Present
- Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse: 2004 - Present
Languages
Tagalog
Full Professional
Timeline
Visiting Nurse
Charity Home Health
05.2025 - Current
Visiting Nurse
New Heights Hospice
05.2023 - Current
Charged Nurse
Costal View Healthcare Center
09.2021 - Current
Visiting Nurse
Hand Heart Home Health
02.2014 - 09.2026
Visiting Nurse
Angel of God Hospice
08.2011 - 03.2019
Charged Nurse - Supervisor
Victoria Care Center
06.2010 - 08.2021
Charged Nurse
Glenwood Care Center
08.2004 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
PHINMA Saint Jude College Manila
High School Diploma -
Colegio De San Pascual Baylon - CSPB Obando
No Degree -
Catanghalan Elementary School