Dynamic nursing professional with a robust background in emergency care and management. Proven success in leading teams, implementing innovative solutions, and enhancing patient experiences through strategic oversight and clinical excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRE PROCEDURE NURSE
HCA-Swedish Medical Center
Englewood
03.2025 - Current
Interview patients to gather health history, surgical history, and reactions to anesthesia, facilitating comprehensive pre-operative assessments.
Perform pre surgical testing to include EKG’s and blood work prior to surgeries or procedures.
Perform phlebotomy, EKG’S and MRSA swabs for surgical procedures.
Associate Manager
Denver Health Nurseline
Denver
06.2023 - 03.2025
Manage a team of twenty-four nurses as well as supervise the health information aids.
Conducted staffing, interviews, hiring, and onboarding for 24/7 nurse line operation.
Responded to clinical escalations and managed staffing for a 24/7 service.
Managed triage line for Denver Health Nurseline and corporate clients, directing callers to appropriate level of care.
Completed payroll, annual reviews and performance counseling issues that may arise.
Led projects focused on cost-saving strategies to promote team and operational growth.
Clinical Director
Castle Rock Men’s Health
Castle Rock
06.2022 - 06.2023
Contributed to business planning and operations for launch of men's hormone replacement clinic, facilitating successful clinic establishment.
Oversee Clinical operations, ensuring efficient telehealth visits for weight loss and urgent care appointments.
Performed medication injections, phlebotomy, infusions, and educated patients on hormone treatment and weight loss, enhancing patient understanding and adherence.
Managed supply orders and inventory for clinic and medications, ensuring resources were available for patient care.
Completed patient assessments and charting in the electronic health record.
Clinical Nurse manager
Kaiser Permanente
Aurora
06.2020 - 08.2022
Led a busy urgent care, ensuring clinical excellence and Kaiser Permanente values.
Managed RNs and LPNs in urgent care, optimizing patient care for up to 120 patients daily.
Implemented Lean Visual Management board to streamline workflows and enhance team efficiency.
Fostered interdepartmental partnerships to improve service quality for members.
Review of quality metrics to include, triage to door time and discharge satisfaction scores.
Staffed, handled payroll, conducted reviews, and addressed performance counseling issues.
Performed triage, IV starts, charting, and bed turnover.
REGISTERED NURSE-INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY
Littleton Adventist Hospital
Littleton
08.2018 - 06.2020
Provided trauma care for patients arriving via walk-in or ambulance.
Managed patient load and coordinated department flow with ambulance arrivals, admissions, and discharges.
Delivered patient care, managed intake, and facilitated admissions and discharges, ensuring seamless transitions for patients.
Care for patients on mental health holds and ensure regular checks and vital signs completed.
Collaborated with team to enhance patient care quality and address needs effectively.
CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER
Centura Health Free Standing Emergency and Urgent Care
Colorado
01.2017 - 08.2018
Managed three free-standing Emergency Rooms, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while supervising sixty staff, improving operational standards across facilities.
Regional resource manager for five area Emergency Rooms providing direction and supervision regarding state and federal laws and guidelines.
Led Joint Commission preparedness efforts and drove continual improvement initiatives.
Manage staff to include regular staff meetings, education, daily audit checks, quality standards, and process improvement projects.
Conducted monthly skills training sessions for staff to enhance their competencies.
Conducted annual pharmaceutical reviews for Emergency Rooms to optimize medication utilization and effectiveness.
Followed up on patient complaints to enhance patient satisfaction and address concerns promptly.
Step in and assist with triage, patient discharges, iv insertions and room turnover to aid in patient flow.
ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER
Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus-Centura Health
Castle Rock
07.2015 - 12.2016
Assistant Nurse Manager in a growing emergency department.
Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care standards were met.
Coordinated patient admissions and discharges for efficient flow and safety.
Managed schedules and staffing levels to optimize nurse availability.
ADMINISTRATIVE NURSING MANAGER
Castle Rock Adventist Hospital
Castle Rock
09.2014 - 07.2015
Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams, assessed budget utilization, and reviewed resource utilization for P & T committee.
Rounded frequently with emergency department and floors to facilitate patient flow through hospital.
Review of patient acuity and admissions to ensure adequate staffing of each unit.
Quality audits from both internal and external customers.
Assisted supervisors and managers in developing critical thinking skills and providing education.
Responded to code blues and rapid responses throughout the hospital.
Education
Master’s Degree - MBA in Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
06-2026
Bachelor’s Degree -
Chamberlain University
01-2014
ASSOCIATE’S Degree -
Arapahoe Community College
01-2006
Certified Nursing assistant -
Pickens Technical College
01-2003
Skills
Nursing
Patient Care
Clinical Excellence
Emergency Care
Phlebotomy
Injections
Infusions
Medication Administration
Problem solving
Quick thinker
Adaptability
Flexible
Excellent communication
Certification
BLS, 06/30/27
Rn License
0178466
Timeline
PRE PROCEDURE NURSE
HCA-Swedish Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Associate Manager
Denver Health Nurseline
06.2023 - 03.2025
Clinical Director
Castle Rock Men’s Health
06.2022 - 06.2023
Clinical Nurse manager
Kaiser Permanente
06.2020 - 08.2022
REGISTERED NURSE-INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY
Littleton Adventist Hospital
08.2018 - 06.2020
CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER
Centura Health Free Standing Emergency and Urgent Care
01.2017 - 08.2018
ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER
Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus-Centura Health
Emergency Room, Med/Surg, Pre/Post Procedure Nurse at Saint Thomas Hickman HospitalEmergency Room, Med/Surg, Pre/Post Procedure Nurse at Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital