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Julie Rodrigues

Billings

Summary

Dynamic RN Medical Unit Manager at Rimrock Foundation with expertise in acute care and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and protocol development. Skilled in IV drug therapy management and fostering team cohesion, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and patient-centered practices.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Medical Unit Manager

Rimrock Foundation
10.2023 - Current
  • Managed a team of nurses and support staff, overseeing daily operations and ensuring high-quality patient care
  • Developed and implemented nursing protocols and procedures to improve efficiency and standardize patient care practices
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients
  • Monitored patient outcomes and made necessary adjustments to treatment plans to ensure optimal results

RN Staff Nurse

Advance Care Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Assisted in assessing patient conditions, documenting observations, and reporting changes accurately.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies to promote recovery and wellness.

LPN Skilled/Transitional Care/ Resource Nurse

St. John's United
08.2017 - 10.2023

Oversees the care of all elders in assigned areas. Assess elders and administer nursing treatments. Work closely with providers to determine appropriate care. Responds to and leads emergencies, and completes medical records on elders. Performs record keeping according to policies and in accordance with State and Federal Regulations. Assists staff when necessary. Promotes the Elder's well-being and satisfaction by supporting elder-centered care while working as a member of the Clinical Support Team. Supervises staff in assigned areas. Coach, educate, evaluate, and discipline assigned employees. Facilitates appropriate staffing levels and schedule. Assists with the process development and Quality Improvement. Attends all mandatory in services and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain license in accordance with the State of Montana.

LPN Assistant HSA

Emerald Correction Management
06.2013 - 06.2014

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.

Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Monitored unit budget to ensure financial objectives were met.

Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.

LPN Charge Nurse

Big Horn Hospital Association
09.2010 - 06.2013

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.

Administered IV therapy.

Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.

Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.

Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.

CNA/Ward Clerk

Big Horn Hospital Association
01.2008 - 09.2010

Recorded patients' vital statistics.

Assist Patients with health care, bathing, and bathrooms.

Work with the LPN and RN

Check in patients to the emergency room

Patients safety

Customer Service/Administration Assistant

Southern Wines & Spirits
08.1992 - 12.2007

Drafted meeting agendas, supplied advance materials and executed follow-up for meetings and team

conferences.

Designed electronic file systems and maintained electronic and paper files.

Served as central point of contact for all outside vendors needing to gain access to the building.

Wrote reports and correspondence from dictation and handwritten notes.

Made copies, sent faxes and handled all incoming and outgoing correspondence.

Created PowerPoint presentations.

Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents.

Managed daily office operations and maintenance of equipment.

Created and maintained spreadsheets using advanced Excel functions and calculations to develop reports and lists.

Cross-trained and provided back-up for other customer service representatives when needed.

Successfully interacted with customers and retail buyers to expedite orders.

Education

High School Diploma -

Morhland High
Hayward, CA
06-1983

Associate of Science - Nursing

Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT
06-2010

Skills

  • Psych and mental health care proficiency
  • BAC screen/drug screen collection ability
  • Computerized charting specialist
  • Wound cleaning/care expertise
  • Infection control standards expert

  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Specimen collection/processing proficiency
  • Sterilization techniques

Timeline

RN Medical Unit Manager

Rimrock Foundation
10.2023 - Current

RN Staff Nurse

Advance Care Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2023

LPN Skilled/Transitional Care/ Resource Nurse

St. John's United
08.2017 - 10.2023

LPN Assistant HSA

Emerald Correction Management
06.2013 - 06.2014

LPN Charge Nurse

Big Horn Hospital Association
09.2010 - 06.2013

CNA/Ward Clerk

Big Horn Hospital Association
01.2008 - 09.2010

Customer Service/Administration Assistant

Southern Wines & Spirits
08.1992 - 12.2007

High School Diploma -

Morhland High

Associate of Science - Nursing

Montana State University Billings