Karla D. Leaño
Summary
Passionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to remain composed in high-pressure situations and effectively manage challenging patients. Skilled in establishing rapport with patients and families through compassionate communication and superior customer service. Seeking a leadership role to guide teams, create care plans for optimal patient outcomes, and foster a collaborative environment that responds to changing healthcare needs with a focus on continual improvement and empathy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
San Ysidro Health
01.2024 - Current
- Fostered a sense of empowerment among patients through the promotion of self-care strategies such as glucose monitoring or blood pressure tracking.
- Supported continuity of care between primary provider visits through telephone triage, prescription refills, and answering patient inquiries.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by providing thorough education on medications, procedures, and lifestyle modifications.
- Assisted providers during office procedures such as biopsies or wound care management, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Health Facilities Evaluator Nurse
California Department Of Public Health
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Perform on-site surveys and investigations of different types of health care facilities such as acute-care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or rehabilitation centers
- Conduct complaint investigations and participate in quality improvement committees.
CT Operating Room Registered Nurse
UCSD Health
10.2016 - 04.2022
- Member of the Cardiac team, under the guidance of Dr. Madani and working alongside Dr. Golts, Dr. Pretorius, and Dr. Pollema, with a focus on Cardiothoracic surgeries and lung/heart transplants
- Covered general surgical cases allow me to work with different surgeons in various specialties.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Alvarado Hospital
05.2012 - 09.2016
- Solidified a strong foundation in the operating room via a vast ranging rotation of fields and fulsome experiences touching on general and specialized services, including; Ortho, ENT, Bariatric, Urology, Spine, Vascular, Thoracic and Cardiac.
- Member of the Cardiac Team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - San Marcos
San Marcos, CA08.2016
Skills
- Precepting, Mentoring, and Coaching
- Policy and Program Development
- Nursing staff leadership
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance at state and federal levels
- Coordinating, organizing, and management of operating room suite
- Facilitating teams and project participation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Effective team coordination
- Strong clinical judgement
- Skilled in detail-oriented analysis
- High level of autonomy
- Planning and scheduling
Licenses & Certifications
- Registered Nurse License ~ 810348
- Public Health Nurse ~ 551803
- BLS ~ American Heart Association, 2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
San Ysidro Health
01.2024 - Current
Health Facilities Evaluator Nurse
California Department Of Public Health
01.2023 - 10.2023
CT Operating Room Registered Nurse
UCSD Health
10.2016 - 04.2022
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Alvarado Hospital
05.2012 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - San Marcos
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