Jennifer Galindo
San Antonio,Tx
Summary
Motivated professional seeking a position that offers opportunities for continued growth and development, while contributing to the success of the organization. Extensive background in patient care and clinical protocols, with a strong emphasis on collaborative teamwork and achieving exceptional outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in advanced patient assessment, care planning, and clinical education. Highly regarded for exceptional communication skills, leadership abilities, and effective problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse Clinical Specialist
University Hospital
09.2011 - Current
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Answered incoming phone calls from leadership, physicians, and correctional staff, to provide assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize and provide direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles.
- Coordinated with detention staff for admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges of patients.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses to further accept or reject patient into facility.
- Developed professional relationships with fellow nurses, physicians, and corrections officers to foster teamwork in delivering quality patient care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Alamo Women’s Clinic
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Assist in the front desk to include; answering high volume of calls, calling in prescriptions, scheduling new patients for surgical procedure, maintain and update patient medical records
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
- Facilitated patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Universal Nursing Services
05.2010 - 08.2010
- Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients in the comfort of their home
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, monitoring patients for potential side effects.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Established trusting relationships with patients and their families, promoting a positive environment conducive to healing and recovery.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
San Antonio College of Nursing
San Antonio, Tx08.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, Tx01.2010
Skills
- IV therapy proficiency
- Patient care planning
- Care coordination
- Team supervision
- Spanish fluency
- Staff training and development
- Shift scheduling
- Schedule preparation
- Emergency response
- Employee onboarding
References
References are available on request.
Licensurecertification
- CPR through the American Heart Association
- Texas Board of Nursing, 978715
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Staff Nurse Clinical Specialist
University Hospital
09.2011 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Alamo Women’s Clinic
08.2010 - 02.2011
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Universal Nursing Services
05.2010 - 08.2010
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Galen College of Nursing
Associates of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
San Antonio College of Nursing
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