Katrina Garcia
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Experienced coordinator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in problem-solving. Known for flexibility with changing needs and reliability in delivering outcomes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
RNTrauma Coordinator
Christus Spohn Hospital-Shoreline
03.2022 - Current
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
Director of Trauma Services
Christus Spohn Shoreline
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
Patient Care Supervisor
Christus Spohn Hospital Memorial
- Evaluated nursing documentation regularly to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established guidelines, leading to increased audit scores for the unit.
- Managed staffing schedules effectively to maintain appropriate coverage at all times while accommodating employee requests for time off when possible.
- Improved quality of care for patients, conducting thorough assessments, and designing individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Increased staff retention rates with regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced team morale by recognizing individual achievements regularly during staff meetings and through informal interactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by implementing efficient care coordination strategies and improving communication among healthcare team members.
- Maintained high levels of compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies through consistent monitoring and staff education efforts.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure timely treatment plan updates based on patient progress reports and clinical data analysis.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit, resulting in improved patient outcomes and decreased rates of readmission following discharge.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes to reduce hospital length of stay without compromising on quality of care provided to patients.
- Served as an accessible resource for both patients and their families by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing education around care plans when needed.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing staff and other departments by actively participating in cross-functional meetings aimed at improving overall patient experience within the facility.
- Monitored infection control practices within the unit closely, ensuring strict adherence to guidelines that resulted in reduced instances of hospital-acquired infections among patients under my supervision.
- Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
- Participated in team meetings and trainings to stay updated on best practices and new developments in care management.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Spohn Hospital Memorial
05.2004 - 03.2014
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Student Nurse Technician
Christus Spohn Hospital Memorial
03.2003 - 05.2004
- Ensured timely responses to call lights, attending to patients'' needs quickly and efficiently.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and active listening skills during interactions.
- Exhibited excellent time management skills when prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously under high-pressure situations.
- Participated in educational opportunities to continually improve nursing knowledge and enhance the quality of patient care provided.
- Gained valuable experience in caring for diverse patient populations, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and those with chronic conditions.
- Improved patient comfort by performing vital signs monitoring and reporting any abnormalities to the nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols while assisting with various procedures, minimizing risks for patients and healthcare professionals alike.
- Assisted in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent repositioning of immobile patients every two hours.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, TX05.2004
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Relationship building
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Document management
- Recordkeeping
- Process improvement
Timeline
RNTrauma Coordinator
Christus Spohn Hospital-Shoreline
03.2022 - Current
Director of Trauma Services
Christus Spohn Shoreline
06.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Spohn Hospital Memorial
05.2004 - 03.2014
Student Nurse Technician
Christus Spohn Hospital Memorial
03.2003 - 05.2004
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Texas A&M University
Patient Care Supervisor
Christus Spohn Hospital Memorial
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