MARYGRACE NAVARRO RN
San Diego,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and strategic Registered Nurse with a strong aptitude for problem-solving and time management. Known for exceptional organizational skills, efficiency, and a proactive approach to exceeding expectations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheriff's Detention Nurse
San Diego County Sheriff's Department
02.2024 - Current
- Carried out all medical and mental health nursing duties within the detention facilities.
- Delivered care to individuals coping with psychiatric disorders.
- Sustained continuous communication with physicians and mental health specialists to synchronize treatment strategies.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse
NueroRestorative
12.2018 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care implementation of nursing interventions
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed
- Obtained specimens to run monitoring or diagnostic tests
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop the spread of infections
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques
- Administered medication to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Golden Hills Subacute And Rehab
05.2015 - 05.2023
- Bedside care to patients with traumatic brain injuries, cardiac diseases, respiratory failure, infection, extended illness, and need of rehabilitation
- Physical assessments, medication administration, wound treatment, tracheostomy care, and ventilator support
- Physician reports and order prescription
- Monthly Recaps
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels..
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper clinical procedures according to established guidelines
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, family members, or visitors in person or over the phone.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids using PCC to note times, types and amounts of medications for each patient.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Nightingale College
09.2023
Vocational Nurse -
Kaplan College
05.2010
Skills
- EMR Systems (PCC, Matrix, Techcare, Wellsky)
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Patient Intake and Discharge
- Staff Supervision
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Home care
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
References
Available upon request
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sheriff's Detention Nurse
San Diego County Sheriff's Department
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse
NueroRestorative
12.2018 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Golden Hills Subacute And Rehab
05.2015 - 05.2023
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Nightingale College
Vocational Nurse -
Kaplan College
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