Heather Arzouni
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with acute care, forensic nursing, and leadership experience. Skilled in comprehensive patient assessment, post procedure monitoring, pain management, patient education, and emergency response. Known for strong clinical judgement ,attention to detail, and the ability to provide safe, compassionate care in fast paced clinical environment
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Dominican Hospital Labor and Delivery
Santa Cruz, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Monitored and assessed the health status of low and high-risk obstetric patients, providing timely interventions in an acute care facility.
- Analyzed patient conditions through regular assessments to ensure timely interventions and care adjustments.
- Administered medications, blood products, and other emergency interventions.
- Facilitated collaboration with physicians, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
- Facilitated patient and family education on treatment plans, procedures, and recovery processes.
- Monitored and updated clinical documentation practices to safeguard patient well-being.
- Directed nursing staff support, optimized unit workflow, and coordinated patient assignments as a relief charge nurse.
- Streamlined unit operations through prioritization of patient care needs and collaboration with multidisciplinary team members.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SART)
Santa Clara Valley Medical
Santa Clara, CA
2025 - Current
- Conduct Comprehensive patient assessments and detailed physical examinations
- Provide trauma informed, patient-centered care in sensitive and high stress situations.
- Assess and document injuries with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Educate patients regarding treatment, medications, follow up care, and available resources.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including healthcare providers, advocates and law enforcement.
- Maintain precise documentation while adhering to legal, ethical, and clinical standards.
- Support patients through crisis situations using strong communication and advocacy skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA2021
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Post-Procedure Recovery Care
- Pain Management
- IV Therapy
- Medication Administrations
- Patient Education
- Critical Thinking
- Emergency Response
- Trauma Informed care
- Care Coordination
- Patient Advocacy
- Leadership & Team Collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dominican Hospital Labor and Delivery
12.2021 - Current
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SART)
Santa Clara Valley Medical
2025 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cabrillo College