Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Army Combat Veteran
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Jose Molina

Brownsville

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with extensive expertise in wound management and patient assessments. Known for implementing quality improvement initiatives that elevate patient safety and foster team collaboration to ensure optimal healthcare delivery. I practice "employee first" philosophy believing that it is important to meet our employee's needs first. This will ensure that our patient's will receive the optimal care from staff that is well prepared, supported and guided.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Sincerity Health
Brownsville, TX
06.2023 - Current
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care delivery standards.
  • Led staff training sessions on new protocols, increasing team efficiency and compliance rates.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy in patient records and reporting efficiency.
  • Director of Nursing Services.

Registered Nurse

Mercy Home Health
Brownsville, TX
02.2004 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management and medication adherence strategies.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and adjust care strategies accordingly.

Director of Nursing Services

Alta Vista Nursing Center
Brownsville, TX
12.2019 - 06.2023
  • Led nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within nursing services.
  • Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and promoting best practices in patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans for diverse patient populations.

Director of Nursing Services

Valley Grande Manor SNF
Weslaco, TX
05.2016 - 12.2019
  • Evaluated nursing policies and procedures, driving improvements to align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Directed budget management for nursing services, ensuring effective allocation of resources across departments.
  • Analyzed patient care outcomes, utilizing data to inform decision-making and improve service delivery.
  • Advocated for patient-centered care initiatives, enhancing overall satisfaction and quality of life for residents.

Director of Nursing Services

Bee First Hospice
Harlingen, TX
02.2015 - 05.2016
  • Managed budgetary constraints effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation for high-quality care delivery.
  • Championed the use of technology in daily operations, leading to improved documentation accuracy and streamlined workflows.
  • Enhanced staff retention and job satisfaction through comprehensive training programs and supportive leadership.
  • Established effective communication channels between nursing staff and other departments, improving overall hospital functionality.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing Registered Nurse

UTB/RGV Brownsville
Brownsville, TX
05-2008

High School Diploma -

Gladys Porter High School
Brownsville, TX
06-1989

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

UTB/RGV
Brownsville, TX
12-2003

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Wound management of diabetic ulcers, trauma and surgical wounds
  • Wound Vac
  • TPN administration
  • Denver Catheter management
  • Palliative Care
  • Hospice patient care
  • Accessing of port-a-catheter
  • Care of PICC/Mid-line catheters

Accomplishments

  • Quality Assurance - As DON, Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
  • Facility Achievements: While DON at Alta Vista SNF, lead team and achieved the highest company honor as "A Flag Facility". Only those facilities that achieve the highest standards in patient care and financial success are eligible for this award.
  • Alta Vista was awarded a 5 star rating by CMS for patient care, outcomes and compliance with conditions of participation.
  • Earned the title of Chief Operations Officer awarded to directors of nursing services that met both patient care, employee retention and financial success.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Sincerity Health
06.2023 - Current

Director of Nursing Services

Alta Vista Nursing Center
12.2019 - 06.2023

Director of Nursing Services

Valley Grande Manor SNF
05.2016 - 12.2019

Director of Nursing Services

Bee First Hospice
02.2015 - 05.2016

Registered Nurse

Mercy Home Health
02.2004 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing Registered Nurse

UTB/RGV Brownsville

High School Diploma -

Gladys Porter High School

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

UTB/RGV

Army Combat Veteran

I served in the Army for 3 years. The military instilled in me discipline and the drive to see my goals through. I did a tour of duty in Iraq from December of 1990 to April of 1991. I received an honorable discharge from the military in December of 1992.