Liezel Sarabia, RN, BSN
500 Valleyview Ct. Vallejo,California
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional known to deliver high quality care with a strong focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions, critical thinking, and communication. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
11.2016 - Current
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provide care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Perform assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy.
- Formulate a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so.
- Implement care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner.
- Establish priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Identify patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them.
- Evaluate effectiveness of care given by health care team members.
- Perform efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
Registered Nurse
John Muir Medical Center
11.2003 - 09.2019
- Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs when experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Administered chemotherapy and other targeted therapies safely, following stringent protocols to minimize adverse effects on patients.
- Monitored patients closely for side effects and complications related to cancer treatments, intervening promptly when necessary to manage symptoms effectively.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated seamless patient transitions between inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal continuity of care for oncology patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans promoting optimal treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early signs of treatment-related complications or disease progression for prompt intervention by healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus
04.2009 - 08.2013
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plan.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
Registered Nurse
Golden Living Healthcare Center
04.1997 - 02.2011
- Supervised and managed functions for 120-bed facility including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts, ensuring seamless transitions from the facility setting to home or other facilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, accurately identifying changes in patient condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Promoted a positive healing environment by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining open communication with patients and their families.
- Observed and evaluated patient factors, histories, and complaints to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Sunbridge Care Center
06.1997 - 11.2004
- Managed 125 bed facility by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in patients record.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions including tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits, chart checks, and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Dr. Yanga College Incorporated
Philippines03.1991
Skills
- Acute & chronic disease management
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- Patient and family education and counseling
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- Intravenous therapy
- Wound Care
- Personal care needs
- Emotional awareness
- Triage and evaluation
- Health and wellness expertise
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing
- ANA Certified in Medical - Surgical Nursing
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
Tagalog
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
11.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus
04.2009 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse
John Muir Medical Center
11.2003 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse
Sunbridge Care Center
06.1997 - 11.2004
Registered Nurse
Golden Living Healthcare Center
04.1997 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Dr. Yanga College Incorporated
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