MARJORIE LOPERA CAPAWA
Shafter,CA
Summary
Seeking the Position of Registered Nurse in a challenging healthcare center where exceptional combination of theoretical and clinical skills is required to effectively perform the standard nursing procedures of assessing, planning, implementing and reviewing patients care plan. Hardworking nursing professional bringing 21 years of experience delivering exceptional care to medical-surgical patients and correctional patients. Knowledgeable and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Nurse Medical Surgical Unit
EZ Staffing
01.2023 - Current
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Strengthened continuity of care by maintaining detailed records on each patient's progress throughout their stay at the facility.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in CERNER.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Charge Nurse
Kern Medical Correctional (Lerdo Detention Facility)
02.2009 - Current
- Managed shift operation efficiently and effectively
- Ensured that procedures, standards of care and practice, and regulations are upheld
- Supervised staff engaged in direct patient care and ensured quality services
- Ability to maintain accuracy even in stressful and emergency situations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, organizational and leadership skills
- Strong knowledge base of nursing and clinical procedures
- Ability to deal professionally with the medical staff and other departments.
Travel Nurse Correctional
Maxim Health Services
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Expedited treatment times with proficient IV insertion skills, medication administration, and wound dressing changes.
Travel Nurse
Maxim Health Services
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Documented patient interactions and interventions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse- Home Health
San Joaquin Hospital
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Monitored client's condition, reporting changes to clinical nurse manager
- Performed assessment and data collection
- Completed an initial assessment of patient and family to determine care needs
- Performed assessment and follow-up with executing and properly documenting doctor's orders
- Performed assigned nursing duties, including medication administration, wound care, treatments, and IV infusion
- Assessed home environment for safety and health conditions.
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Behavioral Health
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Completed behavioral health assessment on patients and referred for services regarding addiction, PTSD, and other mental health conditions in the home environment
- Collaborated with physicians, social worker, and therapist as part of patient treatment team
- Provided psychiatric evaluations and assessments of individual's need for mental and medical health care
- Recognized and provided appropriate care to adults, adolescents, and children for various mental and physical health conditions.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Mercy Southwest Hospital
07.2006 - 05.2009
- Assessed daily patient care needs and developed and distributed patient care assignments
- Accomplished nursing assessments and interventions for medical-surgical patients
- Monitored patient's health and maintained detailed records on all medications and treatments
- Performed regular diagnostic tests, including blood work, using a gentle demeanor to ease patients' concerns
- Attended daily rounds, accompanying physicians and other specialists involved in my patients
- Provided prompt and efficient assessments of incoming patients on the floor to best prioritize care
- Promoted a therapeutic environment to ensure patients were treated in a professional, ethical, and tactful manner
- Utilized the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Staff Nurse
Wake Forest University Hospital
12.2003 - 06.2006
- Assessed daily patient care needs and developed and distributed patient care assignments
- Accomplished nursing assessments and interventions for medical-surgical patients
- Monitored patient's health and maintained detailed records on all medications and treatments
- Performed regular diagnostic tests, including blood work, using a gentle demeanor to ease patients' concerns
- Attended daily rounds, accompanying physicians and other specialists involved in my patients
- Provided prompt and efficient assessments of incoming patients on the floor to best prioritize care
- Promoted a therapeutic environment to ensure patients were treated in a professional, ethical, and tactful manner
- Utilized the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Education
BLS certification / CPR certification -
American Heart Association
California State License as a Registered Nurse -
Correctional Health Professional Certification -
01.2015
Doctor of Medicine -
RTR Medical Foundation
Tacloban City, Philippines06.1999
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Divine Word University
Tacloban City, Philippines06.1991
Skills
- Supervision and leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Data Entry
- Data Management
- Self-Directed
- Customer Relations
- Team building
- Cultural Awareness
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Organization
- Computer Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
Additional Information
REFERENCES:
Jay-Ar Langcay, Clinical Supervisor
Medical Surgical Unit, LA General Medical Center
Jlangcay@dhs.lacounty.gov
Phone # 808-205-2464
Patricia Barraza, RN BSN, Educator
Kern Medical, Correctional Medicine
patricia.barraza@kernmedical.com
Phone # 661-303-1833
Lorraine Nevarez, RN,BSN Clinical Supervisor
Kern Medical, Correctional Department
lorraine.nevarez@kernmedical.com
Phone # 559-359-5905
Timeline
Travel Nurse Medical Surgical Unit
EZ Staffing
01.2023 - Current
Travel Nurse Correctional
Maxim Health Services
10.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Nurse
Maxim Health Services
06.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse- Home Health
San Joaquin Hospital
01.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Behavioral Health
06.2019 - 12.2020
Charge Nurse
Kern Medical Correctional (Lerdo Detention Facility)
02.2009 - Current
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Mercy Southwest Hospital
07.2006 - 05.2009
Staff Nurse
Wake Forest University Hospital
12.2003 - 06.2006
BLS certification / CPR certification -
American Heart Association
California State License as a Registered Nurse -
Correctional Health Professional Certification -
Doctor of Medicine -
RTR Medical Foundation
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Divine Word University
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