Lizette Cervantes
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 13 years of experience offering comprehensive patient care in a correctional setting. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
06.2018 - Current
- Assist in assessing and planning individual treatment plans, consulting with medical providers and other staff as necessary in a correctional setting
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Communicate information to nursing staff, physician, health care unit supervisory personnel or other staff as necessary.
- Document nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting as required by policy and attend mandatory staff meetings and training.
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Audit charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy and remain in compliance per policy
- Assist with peer reviews and monthly CQI reports including a plan of correction if needed for all facilities
Registered Nurse
Corizon Healthcare
07.2013 - 06.2018
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of inmate needs, adjusting care plans accordingly for improved health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing tailored treatment plans for inmates.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm among inmates by providing mental health support and crisis intervention services.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Supervising Registered Nurse
Linwood Meadows
Visalia, CA
08.2010 - 02.2012
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Streamlined nursing unit operations by effectively managing staff schedules, assignments, and workload distribution.
- Trained, evaluated and coached clinical staff to improve performance.
- Assisted with caring for specific patients by utilizing excellent clinical skills and judgment.
- Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.
- Managed 12 nurses and nursing activities in 98-bed long term care facility by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA05.2010
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong clinical judgement
- Physical assessments
- Medication administration
- Care Plan Development
- EMR Systems
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
06.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Corizon Healthcare
07.2013 - 06.2018
Supervising Registered Nurse
Linwood Meadows
08.2010 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Fresno City College