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Lesa Del Llano
Critical Certified Registered Nurse
Edwardsville,IL
Good judgment comes from experience. Experience comes from bad judgment.
Jim Horning
Work Preference
Job Search Status
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Desired Job Title
Telehealth Nurseremote consultantAdministrative House SupervisorRemote clinical documentation specialistremote utilazation review nurseWork Type
Contract WorkGig WorkPart TimeFull TimeConsultingLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridOpen to relocation: Yes
Salary Range
$55/hr - $1000/hrImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsCareer advancementCompany Culture401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPersonal development programsSummary
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
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification Critical care Nursing
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1
TNNC
1
1
ACLS/CPR
1
1
CCRN-E Virtual ICU Certification
1
1
Yearly NIH Stroke Scale
1
1
Leadership Certifications
1
1
Mentor/Preceptor Certifications
1
1
Super User EPIC, Meditech, Cerrner, Baxter education throughout
1
1
CPI Certification
Work History
Eicu (remote virtual ICU)
Mercy safe watch
Saint Louis, Missouri and midwest surrounding areas
02.2007 - 02.2009
- Analyzed data to identify issues and develop tailored solutions.
- Managed high-volume calls to resolve customer inquiries effectively.
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively addressing concerns promptly.
- Delivered friendly, efficient service while navigating challenging situations.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and address product-related issues.
- Utilized advanced technical skills to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Streamlined processes using various software tools to optimize performance.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
TRAUMA/SICU/Burn ICU RN
Barnes Hospital
Saint Louis
02.2005 - 02.2009
- Managed ICU equipment, including ventilators, rapid infusers, and CRRT machines for optimal patient care.
- Served as super user for Epic, Meditech, Baxter Compass, and Cerner systems, enhancing staff training.
- Provided patient-centered support through active listening and prompt resolution of concerns.
- Handled high-volume calls to resolve patient inquiries and improve care coordination.
- Analyzed data to identify issues and develop tailored solutions for patient needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations to protect patient data integrity.
- Prepared medical equipment to assist physicians during patient examinations and treatments.
Snorkel AI
Nursing Consultants
San Francisco, California
02.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives on schedule.
- Facilitated teamwork to achieve project goals.
- Managed time to ensure on-time completion of tasks.
Intensive care certified Nurse
Barnes Hospital
Saint Louis, MO
01.2024 - Current
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
Manager in Charge
St. Louis University Hospital
Saint Louis, mo
02.2020 - 12.2025
- Spearheaded strategic planning and decision-making processes aligned with mission and stakeholder interests.
- Streamlined operations in partnership with management team to enhance cost-effectiveness.
- Identified and resolved operational issues to boost productivity and profitability.
- Ensured regulatory compliance to mitigate legal risks effectively.
- Liaised with departments to foster inter-departmental communication and cooperation.
- Organized team-building activities to strengthen workplace relationships and morale.
- Analyzed processes to pinpoint areas for operational improvements.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, and evaluated personnel.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Nursing Supervisor of hospital
HCA
Raymore, mo
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Oversaw nursing team in providing exceptional care to critical care patients, ensuring high standards of patient outcomes.
- Led mock code program, enhancing response skills and coordination among staff.
- Delegated duties effectively, reducing staff stress and enhancing team morale.
- Practised working knowledge of current policies and procedures, addressing issues of non-compliance.
- Documented patient data in EMR software, accurately recording details of interventions and progress.
- Conducted performance evaluations to support staff development and accountability.
- Reviewed incident reports involving nursing staff members or patients to determine appropriate corrective action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Maximized staff and patient protections by enforcing optimal disease prevention protocols.
ER Charge Nurse
HCA
Raymore, mo
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed daily operations to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency and productivity by developing new skills relevant to nursing operations.
- Facilitated continuous improvement through problem-solving and sharing actionable suggestions to optimize team operations.
- Conducted intensive safety audits and investigated reported issues, accidents and near-misses.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Designed digital and print materials to engage audiences.
- Managed daily operations to ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
- Coordinated with registration staff, medics, ER staff and ER physicians to cut time between admission and treatment, improving patient outcomes and delivery of care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Travel Nurse
HCA
Jose california, california
02.2009 - 02.2017
- Applied advanced nursing skills in diverse global healthcare settings, enhancing patient care quality.
- Performed clinical tasks proficiently under high-pressure situations, maintaining quality of care.
- Adapted quickly to various healthcare environments during relocations, ensuring continuity of care.
- Trained new staff members effectively, increasing overall team efficiency.
- Contributed to health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings, promoting health awareness.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Pct
Barnes Hospital
Saint Louis
02.1999 - 02.2005
- Boosted patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication.
- Supported registered nurses in essential nursing tasks to ensure quality care.
- Conducted routine patient checks to reinforce safety protocols.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and enhance physical function.
Education
Associates - Nursing
- Honours Society Member
- Graduated with Honours
Skills
- Adult acute and critical care
- Complex medical care
- Outstanding communication
- Computerised charting specialist
- Caseload management
- First-class patient care
- Patient record management
- Data confidentiality
- Staff supervision
- Nursing staff leadership
- EPIC charting
- critical care management
- clinical documentation
- project management
- Critical thinking
- Crisis management
- Data analysis
- Deadline management
- Remote work experience
- Virtual collaboration
- File management
- Database administration
- Proficient in [type] technology
- Quality assurance
- Complex Problem-solving
Affiliations
- AACN
- TNCC
- American heart Association
- ANA
Accomplishments
- Nurse of the year
- rookie of the year in 2005
- ccrn
- multiple daisy awards
Certification
- CCRN
- TNCC
- Nihs
- bls/acls
- Missouri RN Licensed - 2005- current
- illinois RN Licensed current
- california rn nursing current
- Certified Critical nurse since 2014
Timeline
Snorkel AI - Nursing Consultants
02.2026 - Current
Intensive care certified Nurse - Barnes Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Manager in Charge - St. Louis University Hospital
02.2020 - 12.2025
Nursing Supervisor of hospital - HCA
02.2017 - 02.2020
ER Charge Nurse - HCA
02.2017 - 02.2019
Travel Nurse - HCA
02.2009 - 02.2017
Eicu (remote virtual ICU) - Mercy safe watch
02.2007 - 02.2009
TRAUMA/SICU/Burn ICU RN - Barnes Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2009
Pct - Barnes Hospital
02.1999 - 02.2005
St. Louis community college - Associates, Nursing
Work Availability
monday
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Interests
Interior design
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