Jennifer Davis
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
Accomplished nursing leader specializing in wound/ostomy care, infection control, and staff development. Skilled in training teams to enhance compliance and elevate quality resident care. Expertise in staff education and orientation, fostering competencies through effective communication and adherence to clinical standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pacific Coast Manor- HR (831)476-0770
1935 Wharf Rd, Capitola , CA
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs.
- Recorded patient assessments in medical charts.
- Changed dressings and supported wound care plans.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
Nursing assistant training program instructor
CliniTrack- Cindy Pavelka (310) 922-5008
1935 Wharf Road, Capitola , CA
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered 60 hours of theory content to prepare students for clinical practice.
- Taught and supervised 100 hours of clinical training.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts to attract qualified candidates.
- Provided job placement support to help graduates secure employment opportunities.
Director of Staff Development/ADON
Santa Cruz Post Acute HR (831) 475-4055
1115 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, California
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Scheduled orientation and training sessions for new clinical and support employees.
- Developed competency checklists for caregiving, safety, and compliance standards.
- Coordinated in-service education on infection control, documentation, and resident care.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Maintained records of all past trainings conducted along with evaluation results from participants.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations related to employee education requirements.
- Assessments/admissions
Director of Staff Development
Pacific Coast Manor-Marise Goetzl ED (831)247-5363
1935 Wharf Rd. Capitola
03.2009 - 04.2023
- Conducted infection control surveillance to identify trends and implement strategies for reducing healthcare-associated infections
- Antibiotic stewardship
- New hire orientation
- Facilitated educational in-services for staff to enhance knowledge and compliance with health protocols
- Maintained comprehensive records of employee and patient health to support regulatory compliance and improve care quality
Licensed vocational nurse
Pacific Coast Manor Marise Goetzl ED (831)247-5363
1935 Wharf Road, Capitola, California
07.2001 - 03.2009
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs.
- Documented patient assessments in medical charts to ensure comprehensive care.
- Communicated condition changes to the nursing team to facilitate timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records of treatments and medications to support continuity of care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA05-2001
Skills
Wound/Ostomy Certified
Infection control
BLS
DSD certification, 2009
Recruiting
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pacific Coast Manor- HR (831)476-0770
08.2025 - 09.2025
Nursing assistant training program instructor
CliniTrack- Cindy Pavelka (310) 922-5008
04.2024 - 08.2025
Director of Staff Development/ADON
Santa Cruz Post Acute HR (831) 475-4055
05.2023 - 04.2024
Director of Staff Development
Pacific Coast Manor-Marise Goetzl ED (831)247-5363
03.2009 - 04.2023
Licensed vocational nurse
Pacific Coast Manor Marise Goetzl ED (831)247-5363
07.2001 - 03.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sacramento City College