Marissa Lopez
Christus Spohn Shoreline
Corpus Christi,TX
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse with 7.5 years of progressive clinical experience at CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, specializing in oncology nursing with charge nurse experience. Chemotherapy Certified as well as a designated Preceptor on the unit. Active member of the Staffing Effectiveness Committee with a strong commitment to uphold the standards of Christus Spohn. Seeking the Clinical Director position for A8 Oncology to build upon established unit leadership experience and contribute to clinical excellence, staff development, patient safety, and operational success.
Work History
Registered Nurse
7 Years 6 Months- Administered patient care, including medication administration and wound management, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions and communication with healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions, fostering improved understanding of care processes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Nurse Leader
8 Months- Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency within the nursing unit.
- Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and meeting clinical standards.
- Managed staffing schedules effectively, ensuring adequate coverage.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Infection control measures
Charge Nurse
Preceptor
Administration of Chemotherapy
Certified ultrasound guided IV placement
Certification
Charge Nurse Certification 8/17/2020
ONS and ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate 6/26/2020
BLS Certification 02/2019
Timeline
Nurse Leader
Christus Spohn Shoreline
07.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Registered Nurse
Christus Spohn Shoreline
02.2019 - CurrentRead More
Del Mar College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Del Mar College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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