Lisa Finley
Summary
Dynamic clinical nurse with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente, excelling in team leadership and conflict resolution. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication, standardized workflows, and clinical expertise. Successfully implemented sepsis management protocols, fostering collaboration and improving care delivery in high-pressure environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Primary Care
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego
05.2022 - Current
- Co-led transition to high-performing team, improving service delivery outcomes.
- Facilitated telephone triage, delivering accurate wound care and IV therapy services.
- Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies to promote better health outcomes.
Clinical Nurse Emergency Department
Sharp Healthcare
San Diego
09.2007 - Current
- Served as relief charge to oversee department staff during shifts.
- Implemented pediatric-centered protocols, resulting in improved outcomes for pediatric patients.
- Provided emergency care for diverse patient populations in high-pressure situations.
AHA Instructor
Sharp Healthcare Cardiac Training Center
San Diego
12.2012 - 01.2023
- Lead instructor for ACLS, BLS and PALS provider and renewal courses.
Clinical Nurse Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego
01.2017 - 04.2022
- Coordinated sepsis management protocols across multidisciplinary teams.
- Designed didactic program for transition to practice nurses to enhance onboarding experience.
- Streamlined daily staffing allocation to maximize resource efficiency.
Resolved conflicts effectively, fostering a collaborative environment.
Flight Nurse
REACH Air Medical Services
Imperial
06.2008 - 03.2012
- Executed interfacility transfers and provided care for 911 patients, utilizing an expanded scope of practice that involved RSI, ventilator setup and management, hemodynamic monitoring, and the administration of sedation, analgesics, paralytics, and vasoactive medications.
Clinical Nurse Medical Intensive Care Unit
Grossmont Hospital
La Mesa
06.2003 - 09.2007
- Implemented care plans for critically ill patients using specialized nursing knowledge and skills to enhance patient outcomes.
- Functioned as preceptor and key member of rapid response team, facilitating timely interventions in critical situations.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Patient-centered care
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Customer service
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Primary Care
Kaiser Permanente
05.2022 - Current
Clinical Nurse Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanente
01.2017 - 04.2022
AHA Instructor
Sharp Healthcare Cardiac Training Center
12.2012 - 01.2023
Flight Nurse
REACH Air Medical Services
06.2008 - 03.2012
Clinical Nurse Emergency Department
Sharp Healthcare
09.2007 - Current
Clinical Nurse Medical Intensive Care Unit
Grossmont Hospital
06.2003 - 09.2007
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
Colorado Technical University