Jacqueline Ortiz
Thatcher
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in operations management and team collaboration, currently seeking to Proven track record in staff development and delivering quality patient care. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team by fostering skill growth and ensuring exceptional care standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
ASC Manager
American Vision Partners
Tempe, AZ
12.2013 - Current
- Responsible for supervising team members in Ambulatory Surgery setting at Southwestern Eye Center in Sierra Vista and Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center in Safford.
- Supervised team members in the ambulatory surgery setting at Southwestern Eye Center in Sierra Vista and Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center in Safford.
- Coordinating flow of surgery procedures and ensuring that all protocols are followed.
- Managed time card entries and performed necessary corrections.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Coordinated with medical teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.
- Work with staff to provide safe quality care in PACU and in OR by filling in the different positions when help was needed.
Radiology Registered Nurse
Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center
Safford, AZ
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Administered patient care during imaging procedures, prioritizing comfort and safety to improve patient experience.
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures, promptly addressing any changes to maintain safety standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures, addressing changes immediately to uphold safety standards.
- Assisted physician in carrying out complex medical procedures such as biopsies, thoracentesis, paracentesis, and IV starts.
- Maintained a sterile environment to minimize infection risks during invasive radiological procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Northern Cochise Community Hospital
Willcox, AZ
01.2009 - 05.2018
- Secured position as Licensed Practical Nurse in 24-bed critical access hospital on Medical/Surgical floor, delivering patient-centered care.
- Provided comprehensive patient care as RN, conducting physical assessments, documenting accurately, performing procedures based on diagnosis, and administering medications as ordered. Assisted in GI endoscopy lab, supporting physician in pre/post and intra-op procedures for colonoscopies and EGDs.
- Promoted to Charge Nurse on the Medical/Surgical floor and supervised fellow team members on shift. Responsible for providing appropriate staffing for oncoming shifts and making bed assignments based on needs and acuity of patients. Training/orienting new staff and physicians to computer-based EHR. Mentored new nurses on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Infinia at Safford
Safford, AZ
10.2008 - 12.2008
- Monitored patient conditions throughout shift and reported changes promptly to ensure timely medical intervention.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes to support accurate care planning.
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescriptions, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Implemented patient care protocols for TCU/PCU units, enhancing overall care delivery.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Nursing
Eastern Arizona College
Thatcher, AZ12-2008
Skills
- Operations management
- Scheduling and coordination
- Staff development
- Team collaboration
- Budget management
- Customer service
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Radiology Registered Nurse
Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center
03.2017 - 04.2019
ASC Manager
American Vision Partners
12.2013 - Current
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Northern Cochise Community Hospital
01.2009 - 05.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Infinia at Safford
10.2008 - 12.2008
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Nursing
Eastern Arizona College