KIMBERLY LOPEZ
26 Weeping Willow Circle Egg Harbor Township,NJ
Summary
Healthcare Administrator with proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR ICU
Shore Medical Center
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Monitor patients for changes in status and indications of conditions such as sepsis or shock and institute appropriate interventions
- Set up and monitor medical equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms, oxygen delivery devices, transducers, and pressure lines
- Prioritize nursing care for assigned critically ill patients based on assessment data and identified needs
- Conduct pulmonary assessments to identify abnormal respiratory patterns or breathing sounds that indicate problems
- Collaborate with other health care professionals to develop and revise treatment plans based on identified needs and assessment data
- Coordinate patient care conferences
- Assist physicians with procedures such as bronchoscopy, endoscopy, endotracheal intubation, and elective cardioversion
- Supervise and monitor unit nursing staff.
Critical Care Registered Nurse/REGISTERED NURSE/ICU Clinical Nurse
Shore Medical Center
05.2000 - 08.2020
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
Professor of Nursing
Stockton State University
Pomona, NJ
2021.09 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Shore Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
- Completed patient care requirements by scheduling and assigning nursing and staff.
- Assessed patient care requirements on each unit by making rounds in all department and all other areas of hospital.
- Assisted in budget planning activities by analyzing historical trends in expenses versus resources available.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Championed patient safety initiatives, resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections and improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with other department heads to develop strategic plans focused on optimal patient care delivery and financial sustainability.
- Developed strong interdisciplinary relationships to improve communication between departments and optimize patient care outcomes.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION INTERVENTIONAL NURSE
AtlanticCare
03.2013 - 07.2016
- Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong
- Adjust equipment and controls according to physicians' orders or established protocol
- Assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac or peripheral vascular treatments, such as implanting pacemakers or assisting with balloon angioplasties to treat blood vessel blockages.
Licensed Practical Nurse/LVN Telemetry Nurse
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
09.1997 - 04.2000
- Plan, provide, or evaluate educational programs for nursing staff, interdisciplinary health care team members, and community members
- Participate in professional organizations and continuing education to improve practice knowledge and skills
- Perform approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patients' clinical status
- Collaborate with other health care professionals to develop and revise treatment plans based on identified needs and assessment data.
Education
Acute Care Advanced Practice Nursing Nurse Practitioner -
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Minneapolis, MN02.2020
Registered Nurse Nursing -
ATLANTIC CAPE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mays Landing, NJ06.1996
Skills
- Patient Care Improvement
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Administrative Oversight
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Nursing Staff Management
- Profitability Strategies
- Administrative Support
- Staff Scheduling
- Organizational Goal Development
- Nursing Strategy Improvement
Certification
- ANCC American Nurses Credentialing Center: Acute Care Advanced Practice Nurse
- AACN American Association of Critical Care Nurses: Cardiac-Vascular Nursing
- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS Basic Life Support
- State of New Jersey Office of the Attorney General Division of Consumer Affairs: Registered Professional Nurse
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Practitioner
Personal Information
Title: Administrative Nursing Supervisor
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Professor of Nursing
Stockton State University
2021.09 - Current
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Shore Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR ICU
Shore Medical Center
05.2016 - 08.2020
CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION INTERVENTIONAL NURSE
AtlanticCare
03.2013 - 07.2016
Critical Care Registered Nurse/REGISTERED NURSE/ICU Clinical Nurse
Shore Medical Center
05.2000 - 08.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse/LVN Telemetry Nurse
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
09.1997 - 04.2000
Acute Care Advanced Practice Nursing Nurse Practitioner -
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Registered Nurse Nursing -
ATLANTIC CAPE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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