Jazmin Rivas
Hawthorne,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 13 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and management operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in Nephrology, Surgical, and Ophthalmic specialties.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Coordinator
DaVita Dialysis
03.2016 - Current
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
- Managed complex patient cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Upheld quality assurance procedures to maintain patient safety and satisfaction.
- Supervised and managed daily activities of 33 clinical team members consisting of physicians, nurses, and support staff.
Director of Nursing
Mercy Eye Care Surgery Center
10.2017 - 05.2019
- Participated in the ASC CMS accreditation survey and inspection while implementing federal regulations (OSHA, CLIA, etc).
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction with preoperative care by thoroughly explaining procedures and addressing any questions or concerns.
- Minimized post-operative complications through diligent assessment of patients'' vital signs and overall condition during recovery.
- Improved surgical team efficiency by effectively communicating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff members during operations.
Clinical Coordinator/Dialysis Registered Nurse
Satellite Dialysis
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Assessed clinical policies and procedures for compliance with changing regulations.
- Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
- Established rapport with outside medical professionals and facilities through proactive networking efforts; facilitated referrals and cross-institutional collaboration as necessary.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
- Maximized staff efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing schedules in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
East LA Dialysis Center
04.2012 - 03.2014
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Developed individualized care plans to address specific needs of peritoneal dialysis patients.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing comprehensive peritoneal dialysis care and education.
- Organized and ran clinics to review patient treatment, administer tests and maintain adequacy of dialysis, general well-being and routine procedures.
- Performed thorough assessments of access sites during every visit, upholding strict infection control protocols for patient safety.
- Improved patient satisfaction by building strong rapport and trust through effective communication.
- Reduced hospitalizations by closely monitoring patient health and promptly addressing complications.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
El Camino College
Torrance, CA12.2011
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Staff and Patient Scheduling
- Infection Control
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Metrics Tracking
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Patient education and counseling
- Data Analysis
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Mercy Eye Care Surgery Center
10.2017 - 05.2019
Clinical Coordinator
DaVita Dialysis
03.2016 - Current
Clinical Coordinator/Dialysis Registered Nurse
Satellite Dialysis
01.2014 - 03.2016
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
01.2013 - 03.2016
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
East LA Dialysis Center
04.2012 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
El Camino College
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