Kristian Michael Espinoza
Hacienda Heights,CA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse II-ETC/Observation
City of Hope
Duarte, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
Registered Nurse
PIH Health Physicians Urgent Care
Whittier, CA
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA06.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA05.2022
Skills
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Outstanding leadership
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Team Coordination
- Staff Supervision
Certification
Registered Nurse License
- License number: 95287186
- Experiation date: Decmeber 31, 2025
BLS/ACLS/PALS Certified
Timeline
Clinical Nurse II-ETC/Observation
City of Hope
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
PIH Health Physicians Urgent Care
07.2022 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Fullerton
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasadena City College