Hilda Lopez
Stanton,USA
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Nurse II with expertise in patient assessment and education at Kindred Hospital Westminster. Excelled in crisis response and interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient outcomes. Implemented infection control measures, achieving a 95% compliance rate. Proficient in IV therapy and wound management, delivering compassionate care and support to patients and families during challenging healthcare situations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Shiftmed
McLean, Virginia
06.2024 - Current
- Provided specialized care in med-surg and telemetry units across multiple healthcare facilities.
- Adapted to flexible shift schedules to meet staffing needs efficiently.
Clinical Nurse II
Kindred Hospital Westminster
Westminster, California
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in facility.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during healthcare challenges.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to identify necessary patient care.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and nursing interventions as needed.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Analyzed laboratory results and implemented appropriate interventions for care.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records for patient documentation.
Clinical Nurse II
Anaheim Global Medical Center
Anaheim, California
02.2002 - 11.2021
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatments, and ensured efficient patient flow.
- Implemented effective pain management techniques after assessing pain levels.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and essential nursing interventions.
- Provided post-operative care and education to optimize recovery for patients and families.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients on preventive health measures and self-care strategies.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance best practices in patient care.
- Responded promptly during medical emergencies, delivering life-saving measures as needed.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, treatment plans, and preventive health practices.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Educated patients on disease management, fitness and healthy eating.
- Facilitated discharge planning by collaborating with social workers or case managers.
- Consulted other health care providers in patient discharge, patient care or clinical procedures.
- Evaluated quality and effectiveness of nursing practice or organizational systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sacred Heart College
Lucena City, Philippines03-1993
Skills
- Patient assessment and education
- Pain and wound management
- IV therapy and blood transfusion
- Pre- and post-operative care
- Central line and catheter care
- Infection control and isolation precautions
- Crisis response and critical thinking
- Effective communication and family support
- Team collaboration and interdisciplinary cooperation
- Treatment planning and recommendations
- Time management and problem-solving
- Basic life support and advanced cardiac life support
- Telemetry monitoring and vital signs tracking
- Fall prevention strategies
- Surgical drain management and procedure assistance
- Diabetes management and allergic reaction handling
- Clinical judgment and decision-making
- Immunizations, vaccinations, and disease prevention
- Oxygen therapy, tracheostomy care, sterile technique, seizure precautions, enteral feeding, electronic medical records, quality improvement, testing diagnostics, patient confidentiality, discharge planning, specialized healthcare referrals
Certification
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- MAB
- NIHSS Certification
- RN License
- Driver's License
Accomplishments
Appreciation 20 years in service AGMC.
Certificate of appreciation from the Department of the Army as a spouse of a retired Veteran for unselfish, faithful and devoted service.
Korean Airline Emergency help appreciation flight KE018,October 27,2014.
Patient's appreciation cards.
Management's appreciation gifts.
Certificate of appreciation from the Department of the Army as a spouse of a retired Veteran for unselfish, faithful and devoted service.
Korean Airline Emergency help appreciation flight KE018,October 27,2014.
Patient's appreciation cards.
Management's appreciation gifts.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Shiftmed
06.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse II
Kindred Hospital Westminster
02.2022 - 04.2024
Clinical Nurse II
Anaheim Global Medical Center
02.2002 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sacred Heart College