Justin Thalen
Ripon,CA
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong background in patient care, leadership, and education roles. Seeking the Staff Nurse II position - Ophthalmology - at the Stockton Clinic with Kaiser Permanent. Skilled in managing 24-hour departments across multiple clinical specialties, including neurosurgery, while ensuring compliance with Joint Commission and local hospital regulatory standards to deliver goal-directed high-quality patient care. Proven ability to develop and evaluate processes aimed at improving clinical effectiveness, core performance, and patient outcomes. Highly effective at identifying patient and family education needs and developing education plans. Proficient in budget management, resource allocation, and financial performance monitoring to optimize efficiency. Extensive experience in staff development, competency maintenance, and resolving human resource and safety issues. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence and evidence-based practice, driving continuous improvement and innovation within the healthcare team. Ready to lead and inspire teams to achieve goals and celebrate accomplishments with Kaiser Permanente.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN) Staff Nurse/ Relief-Charge
Doctors Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: Comprehensive stroke center, Neuro-surgery center
- Provided direct patient-centered care in a 22-bed Neuro step-down unit (PCU), specializing in the care of patients recovering from neurological conditions
- Successfully managed care for 22 patients and supervised 13 staff members daily as a relief-charge nurse
- Practicing lean principles in resource management and staff allocation
- Served as a clinical educator (professional development) for both staff nurses and nursing students, providing professional development opportunities and clinical instruction
- Attention to detail during daily tasks and patient assessments, ensuring accurate and thorough documentation of patient information and care provided
- Comprehensive stroke center, Neuro-surgery center
Health Care Specialist (EMT) – Team leader
United States Army
06.2011 - 03.2016
- Provided direct emergency and clinical care to over 4000 soldiers, ensuring timely and effective treatment in both routine and emergency situations
- Ensured healthy living conditions for soldiers by conducting regular inspections, identifying potential health hazards, and implementing corrective measures as necessary
- Completed necessary immunizations for soldiers, maintaining accurate records and implementing tracking systems to ensure compliance with military health requirements
- Educated soldiers on the care and prevention of injuries and illnesses through individual counseling sessions, group presentations, and training programs
- Coordinated soldiers' medical appointments and hospital admissions, liaising with medical providers and administrative staff to facilitate seamless transitions of care
Office Manager
DNA Contractors
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Conducted cold calls and door-to-door sales to generate leads and increase company revenue, demonstrating strong communication and persuasive skills
- Oversaw the management of 15 independent contractors, ensuring adherence to company policies and standards, and facilitating effective collaboration and communication
- Cultivated and nurtured long-term relationships with clients and customers, fostering trust and loyalty through attentive customer service and personalized interactions
- Acted as the primary point of contact for addressing and resolving customer issues, effectively triaging complaints related to services and billing within the company
- Implemented proactive measures to prevent and mitigate customer dissatisfaction, leveraging problem-solving abilities and conflict resolution techniques to achieve satisfactory outcomes
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Nursing Leadership
Walden University
09-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Modesto Junior College
05.2019
Skills
- Teamwork and Staff development
- Time Management
- Team Management
- Adaptability
- Lean principles
- Midas
- Business administration
- Relationship Building
- Complex problem solving
- Emergency Response
- Educator
- Effective Communication
- Public Health
- Critical Thinking
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- Registered Nurse, CA95196854
- ACLS, BLS/CPR, TCAR, TNCC, NIHSS, American Heart Association, Current
- Health Care Specialist (EMT), AMED Center and Schools, 06/01/12 - 03/01/18
Accomplishments
- Zion Reformed Church – Deacon, Cadet Leader, and Building and Grounds Committee leader.
- 3-time Daisy Award nominee and Daisy Award recipient.
- US Army Sober Driver.
- Army Commendation medal, Outstanding soldier award, certificate of achievement – 3, overseas campaign medal, Honorable discharge.
- DMC Community health fair 4-time volunteer.
- Student Representative MJC Nursing class 2019.
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN) Staff Nurse/ Relief-Charge
Doctors Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
Health Care Specialist (EMT) – Team leader
United States Army
06.2011 - 03.2016
Office Manager
DNA Contractors
09.2008 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Nursing - Nursing Leadership
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Modesto Junior College