Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Professional Associations and Affiliations
Affiliations
Certification
References
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Krista Venegas

El Paso

Summary

Clinical Nurse Educator with extensive experience in training and mentoring nursing staff. Expertise in clinical skills and teaching methodologies within a Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Demonstrates strong judgment and assessment capabilities to enhance employee performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse Educator

El Paso Children's Hospital
El Paso
02.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented evidence-based clinical education programs for nursing staff across multiple departments.
  • Collaborated with clinical teams to identify training needs and knowledge gaps.
  • Provided mentorship and support to new nurses during orientation.
  • Conducted simulation exercises to enhance skills in critical patient scenarios.
  • Updated instructional materials to align with current healthcare standards and practices.
  • Evaluated training effectiveness through assessments and participant feedback.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of educational activities, certifications, and evaluations.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss and strategize educational objectives.

Registered Nurse

El Paso Children’s Hospital
02.2012 - 02.2023
  • Consulted and coordinated with health care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient needs.
  • Monitored, reported, and documented vital signs, abnormal findings, lab values, and family education.
  • Directed all nursing care for patients while overseeing nursing staff activities.
  • Served as preceptor for nursing students and new employees to enhance skills.

Clinical Nurse Instructor

University of Texas at El Paso
03.2020 - 08.2020
  • Assisted in mentoring students in a specialized area for clinical advancement and professional development
  • Responsible for course instruction through classroom, stimulation, and site visits
  • Responsible for evaluating students progress and course content

Education

Master’s of Science - Nursing Education

The University of Texas at El Paso
12.2019

Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas at El Paso
12.2011

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Patient assessment
  • Simulation training
  • Mentorship programs
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Instructional design
  • Training needs analysis
  • Clinical expertise
  • Staff development
  • Operating simulation equipment
  • Leadership and mentoring

Professional Associations and Affiliations

  • Synapse Care Solutions, 02/01/21 - Present
  • Academy of Neonatal Nurses, 07/01/17 - Present
  • Texas Perinatal Association, 05/01/16 - 05/31/18
  • American Nursing Association, 04/01/15- 05/31/18
  • American Nursing Association, 04/01/15 - 05/31/18 12/31/18
  • Clinical Staffing Advisory Committee- Member, 01/01/14 - 12/31/19
  • National Association of Neonatal Nurses, 08/01/14 - Present

Affiliations

  • Texas Perinatal Association: Spectrum of Healthcare from Mother to Child Conference Planner (2024,2025)
  • Learning Through Simulation Conference Planner (2024, 2025)

Certification

  • RNC-NIC September 2024
  • S.T.A.B.L.E. Instructor July 2024
  • NRP Instructor January 2024
  • BLS Certified March 2025
  • Registered Nurse: License 813588 February 2024

References

  • Lucia Fernandez, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Texas Tech University, (915) 238-9059
  • Virginia Valdez, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, El Paso Children’s Hospital, (915) 867-4985
  • Sherry Quintanilla, Professional Training and Development Director, El Paso Children's Hospital, (915) 235-5282

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Educator

El Paso Children's Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Clinical Nurse Instructor

University of Texas at El Paso
03.2020 - 08.2020

Registered Nurse

El Paso Children’s Hospital
02.2012 - 02.2023

Master’s of Science - Nursing Education

The University of Texas at El Paso

Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas at El Paso

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