Emily Villavert
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated registered nurse with over 15 years of bedside experience, primarily in neurology and cardiac services. Ensures high quality of care for all patients, prioritizing the whole patient and their specific needs. Embraces working in a team environment and utilizing evidence based practice in fast-paced, innovative and highly specialized settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN Clinical Nurse III
Stanford Health Care
Palo Alto, CA
08.2015 - Current
- bedside RN (registered nurse) on a comprehensive neurology AAU (adaptable acuity unit) for patients of various neurological conditions including, but not limited to: stroke, epilepsy, guillain barre, myasthenia gravis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
- Worked in various roles on unit such as: resource nurse, break nurse, precepting new staff and epic superuser.
- Advocated for patient needs, effectively communicating concerns to healthcare teams for timely interventions.
Travel Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps/American Mobile Nursing
Palo Alto, CA Santa Rosa, CA And San Diego, CA
03.2013 - 08.2015
- Delivered high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple hospitals including: cardiac step-down unit at UCSD (University of San Diego) Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, telemetry unit at Palomar Medical Center Escondido, medical surgical unit at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital and vascular/thoracic and transplant surgeries unit at Stanford Health Care.
- Highlights of patients cared for in these positions including, but not limited to: ongoing care for post lung and heart transplant patients, cystic fibrosis, decubitious ulcers with wound vac (wound vacuum), heart failure, familiarity with various drains for post operative patients with various medical diagnoses.
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments and various clinical settings, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
RN Staff Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
Columbus, OH
11.2009 - 03.2013
- Bedside nurse and Charge RN for 50 bed unit
- Cared for patients with various heart conditions on cardiac step-down unit including, but not limited to: cardiac cath prep and recovery, pre and post Electrophysiology lab procedures, heart failure exacerbation and management.
- Administered patient medications and monitored responses to ensure safety and efficacy especially due to frequent titration of cardiac intravascular (IV) drips.
- Mentored new nursing staff in clinical procedures and hospital policies to ensure compliance and competence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's of Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH03-2016
Associate's Degree of Nursing -
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH06-2009
Skills
- clinical competence, with experience in problem solving/critical thinking in acute care settings
- effective communication to patients, family and care teams/utilizing SBAR (Situation Background Assessment Recommendation) for communication
- care plan development and recognizing barriers to discharge to anticipate care needs
- Adaptable in various care settings
- NIHSS stroke certified
Certification
NIHSS cerification current/renewal February, 2027
PCCN- current/renewal July, 2026
ACLS- current/renewal September, 2026
BLS- current/renewal June, 2027
California Board of Nursing license-
current/renewal April, 2026
Timeline
Staff RN Clinical Nurse III
Stanford Health Care
08.2015 - Current
Travel Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps/American Mobile Nursing
03.2013 - 08.2015
RN Staff Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
11.2009 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's of Nursing
Ohio University
Associate's Degree of Nursing -
Central Ohio Technical College