Maria Salazar
Crescent City,CA
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Crescent City Nursing and Rehabilitation, excelling in clinical leadership and care coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective staff training and compassionate patient care. Skilled in medication distribution and maintaining HIPAA compliance, fostering a safe and efficient healthcare environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Crescent City Nursing And Rehabilitation
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and health compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated nursing staff on best practices and updated protocols for infection control measures.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff, enhancing team performance and patient care standards.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care strategies as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Led community health initiatives, improving public health awareness and promoting preventive healthcare practices.
- Coordinated patient care activities among nursing staff to ensure continuity and efficiency.
- Managed daily operations of nursing unit, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies, utilizing critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
Correctional Nurse
Pelican Bay State Prison
11.2015 - 08.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Conducted health assessments and monitored vital signs of inmates in diverse medical situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for inmate populations.
- Educated inmates on health management, disease prevention, and medication adherence strategies.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, implementing first aid and CPR as needed during crises.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
Clinical Nurse
Open Door Community Health Centers
11.2013 - 11.2015
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
Education
Associate of Science - Nusing
College of The Redwoods
Crescent City, CA08-2012
High School Diploma -
Sun Set High School
Crescent City, CA05-1993
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Calm and composed
- HIPAA compliance
- Staff training
- Direct patient care
- Medication distribution
- Documenting observations
- Ward management
- Patient care assignment
- Heavy lifting
- Verbal and written communication
- Nurse and CNA supervision
- Patient admitting
- Nurse training
- Monitoring vital signs
- Attention to detail
- Delegation and motivation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse - 13 years
- Certified in Blood draws and IV certified.
Employee of the Year
I received employee of the year based on residents votes. I am very proud because I was chosen by my residents.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Crescent City Nursing And Rehabilitation
08.2024 - Current
Correctional Nurse
Pelican Bay State Prison
11.2015 - 08.2024
Clinical Nurse
Open Door Community Health Centers
11.2013 - 11.2015
Associate of Science - Nusing
College of The Redwoods
High School Diploma -
Sun Set High School