Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and conflict resolution. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, interdisciplinary collaboration and technical abilities focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager, Cardiac/Telemetry
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
10.2019 - Current
Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Reduced turnover rate Professional experiences
Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Nurse Supervisor, 7C Med/Surg
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
05.2018 - 10.2019
Plan, organize, and delegate activities as required for safe, efficient, and effective operation of the unit.
Assisted with caring for specific patients by utilizing excellent clinical skills and judgment.
Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Trained, evaluated and coached clinical staff to improve performance.
Ordered supplies to maintain effective inventory levels.
Charge Nurse, 5B Telemetry
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
03.2018 - 05.2018
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Supervised and managed daily throughput, tasking, and administration.
Charge Nurse, S9 Telemetry
Covenant Medical Center
08.2014 - 04.2016
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX
05.2014
Skills
Epic Systems
Microsoft Excel
Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Staff Development
Multitasking and Organization
Risk Management
Strategic Planning
Financial Management
Conflict Management
Accomplishments
Inpatient-Outpatient Wound Care Project: Improve amount of referrals from patients admitted to THP to Outpatient Wound Care Clinic
5C Unit recognized as Unit of the Month
COVID Unit: Planned, designed, and implemented multiple processes involving patient-centered care for COVID patients.
MEWS Project: Developed a process in which charge nurses review the MEWS score for each patient at 6-hour increments utilizing Excel.
Gastrografin Project: Developed a process to monitor the time it took patients that received gastrografin to complete their study utilizing Excel.
Affiliations
National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives Member
Supervisor Interventional Radiology at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital PlanoSupervisor Interventional Radiology at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital PlanoRegistered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano