Lorena Garcia
Palm Bay
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with extensive clinical knowledge and a strong track record in patient care. Highly skilled in EMR charting, medication administration, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes. Recognized for quality-focused and efficiency-driven leadership, effectively optimizing healthcare support and enhancing team performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Vitas Hospice
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care strategies.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options and support resources.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on case management best practices.
- Conducted regular patient evaluations to monitor progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
Charge Nurse
Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance
04.2015 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Registered Nurse
Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance
04.2010 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, technicians and unit clerks.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs and ancillary staff.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Registered Nurse
Viera Del Mar Health & Rehabilitation Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed complex patient cases, utilizing evidence-based practices to drive effective clinical decision-making.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, documenting findings accurately to inform ongoing treatment strategies and interventions.
- Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare settings, ensuring access to necessary resources and support services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided direct patient care, administering medications and monitoring vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting adherence and enhancing understanding of medical conditions.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CA06.2010
Skills
- Sample Collection
- Patient Care Oversight
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Creative Problem Solving
- Diet and Nutrition
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Accurate Documentation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Medication Administration
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Student Precepting
- Delegation and Motivation
- Unit Oversight
- Infection Control Procedures
- Direct Patient Care
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Vitas Hospice
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Viera Del Mar Health & Rehabilitation Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
04.2023 - 06.2023
Charge Nurse
Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance
04.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance
04.2010 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Harbor College
Similar Profiles
GISELE MONTOBANGISELE MONTOBAN
Registered Nurse at Vitas HospiceRegistered Nurse at Vitas Hospice
Joaquin PerezJoaquin Perez
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager at Vitas HospiceHospice Registered Nurse Case Manager at Vitas Hospice
IVONNE RODRIGUEZIVONNE RODRIGUEZ
RN Case Manager at Vitas HospiceRN Case Manager at Vitas Hospice
Erick PujolsErick Pujols
Aircraft Interior Tech at STS Aviation GroupAircraft Interior Tech at STS Aviation Group
Corey GrantCorey Grant
Sales Associate at South Shore MarketingSales Associate at South Shore Marketing