Joel Patria
Ocoee
Summary
Results-oriented Intensive Care Charge Nurse with extensive experience across multiple Adventhealth campuses. Demonstrated expertise in critical care nursing and emergency response, successfully managing staffing levels and improving patient outcomes. Skilled in mentoring and coaching staff, promoting a collaborative environment focused on quality care and safety.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Charge Nurse; Intensive Care Unit
Adventhealth Apopka
Apopka
01.2018 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in accordance with departmental standards.
- Managed emergency situations, including cardiac arrest and respiratory failure, utilizing appropriate interventions.
- Mentored new nurses by providing guidance on clinical practice related to patient care needs.
- Demonstrated leadership as a role model for professional behavior while fostering a safe working environment.
- Conducted daily rounds on assigned units to ensure timely completion of orders, accurate documentation, and compliance with hospital policies.
- Coordinated shift activities, including staffing assignments and delegation of duties while managing staff breaks.
- Participated in unit-based performance improvement initiatives such as chart audits and process improvement projects.
- Collaborated with case managers to initiate timely discharge planning according to established protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, administered medications and treatments, monitored vital signs, and performed nursing assessments.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff members and patients at all times.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
Intensive Care Charge Nurse
Adventhealth Dade City
Dade City
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, ICU Part Time
BayCare Heatlhcare (South Florida Baptist)
Plant City
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Med/Surg Unit
Adventhealth Dade City
Dade City
11.2004 - 01.2013
- Supervised nursing staff on a daily basis, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements for clinical services delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures per departmental protocols.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and goals.
- Managed acute episodes of illness and coordinated long-term care plans for chronic diseases.
- Provided leadership role in professional development activities such as mentoring students or precepting new hires.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure cohesive patient care and treatment plans.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Charge Nurse PRN
Greenfield Care Center
Fairfield
11.1993 - 12.2003
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care delivery systems.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with special procedures.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
U.S Air Force Medical Service Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
Various
10.1984 - 07.2004
- Delivered comprehensive medical care to active duty military and Department of Defense personnel worldwide.
- Supervised inpatient, outpatient, emergent, and battlefield medical services for diverse populations.
- Successfully completed Airman Leadership School, enhancing leadership skills.
- Graduated from Non Commissioned Officer Leadership School, focusing on team development.
- Attended Senior Non Commissioned Officer Leadership Academy for advanced leadership training.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA06-2004
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Community College of The Air Force
Travis Air Force Base CA07-2003
Skills
- Critical care nursing
- Emergency response
- Staff coordination and delegation
- Conflict resolution
- Infection control
- Mentoring and coaching
- Decision-making
- Patient management
Certification
- Certified Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Certified Impella Cardiac Device Management
- Certified Cardiac Balloon Pump Management
- Certified Targeted Temperature Management
- Certified in Tissue Plasminogen Activator (tPA) usage for blocked cathetersr
- Current Certification of Advanced Life Support and Basic Life support
- Certified in Ultrasound Guided IV placement
- Certified in Dobhoff feeding tube placement
Timeline
Relief Charge Nurse; Intensive Care Unit
Adventhealth Apopka
01.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU Part Time
BayCare Heatlhcare (South Florida Baptist)
05.2017 - 05.2019
Intensive Care Charge Nurse
Adventhealth Dade City
01.2013 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Med/Surg Unit
Adventhealth Dade City
11.2004 - 01.2013
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Charge Nurse PRN
Greenfield Care Center
11.1993 - 12.2003
U.S Air Force Medical Service Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
10.1984 - 07.2004
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Pacific Union College
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Community College of The Air Force
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