Jennifer Aguilar
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced nursing leader with over 7 years in maternal-newborn services and 4 years in progressive leadership roles. Expertise is postpartum care, lactations support, patient safety initiatives and regulatory compliance. Proven record of improving patient satisfaction scores, reducing readmissions, and leading high-performing interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Christus Health Westover Hills
San Antonio, TX
12.2021 - Current
- Administered patient care plans and monitored vital signs for optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, OB Hosptialist, NNP, Neonatologist, CNMs and Attending physicians to enhance patient treatment protocols and efficiency.
- Educated patients on post-discharge care and medication management to promote recovery.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve clinical workflows and patient safety measures.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as prided instructions and addressed questions and concerns.
- Managed on shift team of licensed and unlicensed staff members as a charge nurse.
Registered Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
Baptist Health System
San Antonio, TX
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
San Antonio, TX08-2020
Skills
- Clinical team leadership
- Strong clinical judgment
- Backup support for IBCLC lead
- Shared Governance member
- Unit Based Counsel Co-Chair
- Charge Nurse
- Ethics and compliance
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- EMR Systems
- Clinical quality improvement
Certification
S.T.A.B.L.E. Foundations Certification
NRP Certification
CPR Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Christus Health Westover Hills
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
Baptist Health System
07.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions