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Maria Theresa Escobar

Edinburg

Summary

Results-driven Strategic Director specializing in operational strategy and team management. Known for enhancing productivity and achieving project success through effective communication and adaptability. Proven ability to develop and implement strategies that foster growth and optimize performance. Strong background in influencing stakeholders and delivering measurable results.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Clinical Informatics

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
McAllen
01.2013 - Current
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to streamline communication and collaboration.
  • Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations and quality assurance standards.
  • Developed policies and procedures to support hospital objectives and patient needs.
  • Implemented technology solutions to improve patient management systems and workflows.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
  • Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for materials or services.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with customers by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
  • Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
  • Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
  • Identified opportunities for process optimization through data analysis.
  • Represented the organization at industry events, conferences, and public meetings.
  • Led change management efforts to adapt to market shifts and organizational needs.
  • Managed crisis situations to minimize impact on operations and reputation.
  • Spearheaded the development and launch of new products or services.
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive project completion within budget and deadlines.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Chamberlain University College of Nursing
San Antonio
03.2024 - 03.2025
  • Delivered engaging clinical instruction to diverse student groups.
  • Assessed student performance through practical evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Facilitated hands-on training in various clinical settings and procedures.
  • Mentored students in professional development and career pathways.
  • Conducted assessments of student learning outcomes based upon established criteria.
  • Mentored students to help them develop their clinical skillset.

Director ICU and Hemodialysis Unit

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
McAllen
01.2008 - 12.2012
  • Directed strategic planning initiatives to enhance hospital services and patient care.
  • Oversaw budget management and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to develop policies for improved patient safety protocols.
  • Led performance improvement projects to enhance quality of care across departments.
  • Facilitated training programs for staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to streamline processes and improve patient outcomes.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with customers by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
  • Negotiated agreements with external partners such as contractors or consultants.
  • Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
  • Assessed employee performance against established benchmarks or targets.
  • Spearheaded the development and launch of new products or services.
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive project completion within budget and deadlines.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts with vendors and partners to optimize resource allocation.
  • Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity.

Manager ICU,Telemetry and Hemodialysis Units

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
McAllen
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Coordinated schedule planning to ensure adequate staffing across all shifts.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.

Adjunct Clinical Instructor ADN program

South Texas College
McAllen
01.2006 - 12.2007
  • Facilitated hands-on training sessions for nursing students in healthcare environments.
  • Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and feedback sessions.

Clinical Nurse Educator ICU,Telemetry,Hemodialysis

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
McAllen
12.2005 - 01.2007
  • Developed educational programs for nursing staff on clinical best practices.
  • Assisted in the orientation process for newly hired nursing personnel.
  • Maintained records of educational activities, including attendance rosters and course evaluations.
  • Developed and implemented evidence-based clinical educational programs for nursing staff.
  • Assessed new nursing staff with fair and consistent evaluation tools to determine knowledge and quality of care delivery.

Adult ICU Staff Nurse

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
McAllen
06.2003 - 12.2005
  • Provided direct nursing care including medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and patient education.
  • Assisted with discharge planning activities ensuring smooth transitions for discharged patients.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by serving as a mentor for newly hired nurses.
  • Communicated regularly with physicians regarding changes in patient status or new orders received from physician offices.

Nursing Professional Development Instructor

Scott and White Hospital
Temple
09.2002 - 06.2003
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify areas for skill enhancement and training gaps.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for all participants in courses.
  • Adapted instructional techniques based on learner needs and interests.
  • Created evaluation forms to assess student performance in courses.

Hemodialysis Inservice Instructor

Fresenius Medical Care NA
Edinburg
08.1999 - 08.2002
  • Developed and delivered educational programs on dialysis procedures and patient care.
  • Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Created instructional materials to enhance learning experiences for students.
  • Conducted assessments to determine knowledge gaps in dialysis practices.

Hemodialysis Registered Nurse

Fresenius Medical Care NA
McAllen
02.1996 - 08.1999
  • Administered hemodialysis treatment to patients in a clinical setting.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients on dialysis procedures and self-care techniques.
  • Operated dialysis machines and ensured proper equipment maintenance.

Education

MSN - Administration/Leadership Tract

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Texas
01.2005

21 hours course credit - MSN – FNP Tract

University of Texas Pan-American
Edinburg, Texas
01.2002

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
Manila, Philippines
01.1991

Skills

  • Project management
  • Transformational leadership
  • Change management
  • Process improvement
  • Effective communication
  • Adult education
  • Mentorship
  • Collaboration
  • Advocacy

Certification

Texas, Registered Nurse

References

Provided upon request.

Projects Led

  • Facility wide transformation to full Electronic Medical Record
  • Standardization of nursing evidenced based clinical documentation
  • Implementation of iMobile/MH Cure, a secure HIPPA compliant texting platform using network cell phone device (iMobile)
  • Updated and transformed facility wide Nurse/Patient Call System
  • Execution of Mobilab- a secure lab interfaced order printout
  • Implementation & operationalization of key clinical applications – Care team assignment, Discharge call manager, Language Service Associate (virtual language interpretation), Teletracking a throughput application tool, GE Wound Care Image, Siemen’s Decision support of Appropriate Use Criteria in Advanced Imaging, Rhythm – a Charge Nurse tool for unit staff documentation task, Revive – electronic Code Blue documentation platform, iPeople – downtime portal for network or EHR outages, Care AI – a virtual sitter platform
  • Renovation of an 8-bed adult surgical critical care unit
  • R Cap approved funding of a conversion upgrade of a 26 bedside and mobile GE Hemodynamic Cardiac Monitoring equipment
  • Creation and operation of an all-RN PICC Line team
  • Formation of Clinical Response team – Rapid Response team, Code Stroke team, Code ICE
  • Quality driven initiatives – VAP Prevention, ICU related infection prevention, Diabetic Foot check, Practice Outcome Measurement Project Management of Hyperlipidemia

Activities

  • Policy Committee Member, Texas Nurses Association, 01/01/23, present
  • Member, Texas Nurses Association, 01/01/23, present
  • Member, American Nurses Association, 01/01/23, present
  • Member, American Organization for Nursing Leadership, 01/01/23, present
  • Certified Nephrology Nurse, 01/01/98, 12/31/15
  • Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse, 01/01/07, 12/31/16
  • Basic Life Support Instructor, 01/01/99, 12/31/16
  • Advance Cardiac Life Support Instructor, 01/01/06, 12/31/17

Timeline

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Chamberlain University College of Nursing
03.2024 - 03.2025

Director of Clinical Informatics

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
01.2013 - Current

Director ICU and Hemodialysis Unit

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
01.2008 - 12.2012

Manager ICU,Telemetry and Hemodialysis Units

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008

Adjunct Clinical Instructor ADN program

South Texas College
01.2006 - 12.2007

Clinical Nurse Educator ICU,Telemetry,Hemodialysis

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
12.2005 - 01.2007

Adult ICU Staff Nurse

Rio Grande Regional Hospital
06.2003 - 12.2005

Nursing Professional Development Instructor

Scott and White Hospital
09.2002 - 06.2003

Hemodialysis Inservice Instructor

Fresenius Medical Care NA
08.1999 - 08.2002

Hemodialysis Registered Nurse

Fresenius Medical Care NA
02.1996 - 08.1999

MSN - Administration/Leadership Tract

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

21 hours course credit - MSN – FNP Tract

University of Texas Pan-American

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

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