Maria Lorevell Okuda
18637 Ludlow Street, Porter Ranch,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented Registered Nurse with 23 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Skilled at prioritization, efficiency and problem solving. Seeking for a full-time position that offers professional and personal growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Nurse II
Ronald Reagan UCLA Main Operating Room
11.2013 - Current
- Enhanced quality and efficient patient care by implementing quality improvement initiatives and management of case load
- Sustained quality standards by performing multiple audits, rounding, and upholding best practices.
- Mentored clinical staff to develop leadership skills and enhance their professional growth.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, providing constructive feedback to promote excellence in practice.
- Supported and guided clinical staff in the daily operations of the department
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering collaboration and open communication among team members.
- Improved staff satisfaction by analyzing staffing needs and shift preferences
Administrative Nurse I
Ronald Reagan UCLA Main Operating Room
01.2011 - 11.2013
- Acted as the Evening Charge Nurse
- Coordinated healthcare team schedules to maximize efficiency and provide optimal care for patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Mentored nursing staff to develop leadership skills and enhance their professional growth.
- Increased overall departmental efficiency through effective delegation of tasks among nursing staff.
Clinical Nurse II
Ronald Reagan UCLA Main Operating Room
08.2001 - 01.2011
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Provided specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Implemented and monitored infection control protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA03.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA12.2000
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient confidentiality
- Nursing Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Staffing oversight
- Direct Patient Care
- Problem-Solving
- Continuous Improvement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professionalism
Certification
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
Timeline
Administrative Nurse II
Ronald Reagan UCLA Main Operating Room
11.2013 - Current
Administrative Nurse I
Ronald Reagan UCLA Main Operating Room
01.2011 - 11.2013
Clinical Nurse II
Ronald Reagan UCLA Main Operating Room
08.2001 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of California - Los Angeles
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Valley College
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