Compassionate healthcare professional known for strong patient education and advocacy skills. Proven ability to implement effective care strategies and streamline workflows, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Day Surgery Supervisor
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Brownsville
10.2022 - Current
Supervised daily operations in fast-paced surgery environment.
Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient workflow.
Trained new employees on hospital protocols and patient care standards.
Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
Implemented process improvements to enhance patient care delivery.
Facilitated communication between departments to streamline operations.
Monitored compliance with safety regulations and best practices in healthcare settings.
Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
Clinical Director
Platinum Surgery Center
Brownsville
08.2019 - 10.2022
Directed nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and safety standards.
Evaluated current practices and identified opportunities for process improvements within the unit and department.
Oversaw all aspects of patient care delivery including assessments, treatments, medications and education.
Monitored performance metrics such as quality assurance indicators, patient satisfaction surveys and budgeting for staffing needs.
Coordinated staffing schedules to meet patient care demands effectively.
Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Harlingen
08.2018 - 08.2019
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions.
Performed wound care and management for diverse patient needs.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records.
Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
Assisted in developing individualized care plans for patients.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
preoperative nurse
North Brownsville Surgery Center
Brownsville
07.2014 - 08.2017
Assisted in pre-operative preparations and patient education sessions.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure smooth operational flow in the center.
Educated patients on post-surgery care and recovery protocols.
Provided compassionate care to both adult and pediatric patients in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
Supervisor - Surgery/Endoscopy/Interventional Radiology/Sterile Processing at City of HOPE (formerly Cancer Treatment Centers of America)Supervisor - Surgery/Endoscopy/Interventional Radiology/Sterile Processing at City of HOPE (formerly Cancer Treatment Centers of America)