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Geneva Oaks

Geneva Oaks

Jurupa Valley,CA

Summary

Student-centered educator with expertise in ethics, issues and biblical worldview. Offers 17+-year background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals. Inspiring leader brings advanced teaching skills and department leadership experience. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching and modernize courses. Extensive background in research and school fundraising.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Full Time Tenured Professor

California Baptist University
07.2018 - Current
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions and projects into lessons.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Developed and taught undergraduate courses in for department offerings serving major, minor and general students.
  • Collaborated with faculty and community stakeholders for program improvement.
  • Conducted on-going program assessment, enrollment and retention tracking.
  • Analyzed data on student retention, completion, employment and success on national certification exam.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
  • Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
  • Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
  • Led and prepared lectures for Ethics and Issues in Healthcare classes.
  • Led and prepared lectures for biblical worldview classes.
  • Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
  • Assisted and identified at-risk students to eliminate student barriers to learning.
  • Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
  • Created lesson plans for courses, modifying throughout year to meet time constraints and specific interests of class.
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
  • Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
  • Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
  • Guided students in researching, structuring and presenting debate case.
  • Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.

Dean of College of Nursing

California Baptist University
03.2011 - 07.2018
  • Implemented initiatives to drive curriculum quality and target learning outcomes.
  • Oversaw student services and student retention.
  • Recruited, hired and trained academic faculty and staff members.
  • Supervised admissions programs, student recruitment and retention.
  • Communicated with university administrators and school officials.
  • Assisted faculty and staff in duties such as teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and issuing transcripts.
  • Oversight of course schedules and coordinated teaching assignments and room assignments to optimize use of buildings and equipment.
  • Consulted with government regulatory and licensing agencies to verify institutional conformance with applicable standards.
  • Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
  • Devised strategies to reduce expenses, modernize operations and revamp procedures to improve institution operations.
  • Increased school registrations 150% with improved promotional approaches, outreach strategies and parent engagement plans.
  • Strengthened applied/skills educational operations by aligning processes to capitalize on new educational trends.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and traveling as required to promote the mission and goals of the College of Nursing.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines for the State of California to promote educational effectiveness and optimal student outcomes as demonstrated through successful pass rates for national board examinations and national board certifications.

Director of RN-BSN Program

California Baptist University
07.2006 - 03.2011

Assistant Clinical Manager

Kaiser Riverside Medical Center
09.2001 - 12.2006
  • Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
  • Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
  • Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
  • Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
  • Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
  • Delegated tasks to staff members, monitored completion of all duties and provided support to enhance performance.
  • Managed 165 employees with various personalities and from different cultures.
  • Delivered effective onboarding and training to new and existing employees and cross-trained staff members in other job roles to maximize coverage.
  • Selected, promoted and terminated staff members.
  • Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
  • Handled job duties for staff members which were unavailable or out of office.
  • Implement new policies and educate staff on changes.
  • Developed, implemented, revised and evaluated policies and procedures.
  • Developed and adjusted work schedules for professional team of health care staff.
  • Reviewed operational policies and recommended solutions and change to nursing director.
  • Implemented ongoing learning strategies such as tutorials, instructional modules, and supervised hands-on sessions to help nurses and staff improve understanding of medical equipment and care best practices.
  • Reviewed financial resources and prepared reports showing resource allocations.
  • Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management and competency improvement.

Clinical Manager

Yorba Linda Community Hospital
12.2000 - 09.2001
  • Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
  • Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
  • Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
  • Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
  • Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
  • Facilitate hiring of qualified perinatal service personnel by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment.
  • Developed and adjusted work schedules for health care staff.
  • Identified nurses' and staff training needs and devised training programs to close gaps.
  • Reviewed operational policies and recommended solutions and change to medical director.
  • Reviewed financial resources and prepared reports showing resource allocations.
  • Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
  • Delivered effective onboarding and training to new and existing employees and cross-trained staff members in other job roles to maximize coverage.

Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Loma Linda University Children's Hospital
08.1993 - 12.2000
  • Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
  • Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers of various available external resources to support care of mothers and babies. Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health for the launching of young families.
  • Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to facilitate going home and effectively educate the family on the care of mothers and babies.

Education

Ph.D. - Nursing Education

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA
05.2011

Master of Science - Nursing Education-Family Nurse Practitioner

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA
05.2006

Skills

  • Learning Outcome Alignment and Assessment
  • Reading and Teaching-Learning Strategies
  • Student and Parent Services
  • Multiple Leadership Roles in high pressure settings
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Student Data Analysis
  • Innovative Teaching Methods
  • Tutoring and Mentoring
  • Building Confidence Through Positive Reinforcement
  • Team Leadership

Accomplishments

    Received Recognition: Excellence in Spirtuality in Nursing Award during graduate program.

Certification

  • ANCC Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

Timeline

Full Time Tenured Professor

California Baptist University
07.2018 - Current

Dean of College of Nursing

California Baptist University
03.2011 - 07.2018

Director of RN-BSN Program

California Baptist University
07.2006 - 03.2011

Assistant Clinical Manager

Kaiser Riverside Medical Center
09.2001 - 12.2006

Clinical Manager

Yorba Linda Community Hospital
12.2000 - 09.2001

Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Loma Linda University Children's Hospital
08.1993 - 12.2000

Ph.D. - Nursing Education

Azusa Pacific University

Master of Science - Nursing Education-Family Nurse Practitioner

Azusa Pacific University

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