Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certifications And Licensure
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
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Mindy Trew

Citrus Heights,Ca

Summary

Registered Nurse with 25 years of orthopedic experience, aiming to gain expertise in infection prevention. Committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care that improves patient outcomes. interested in building leadership skills in training and developing nursing teams to ensure exceptional patient service.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Unit Partnership Council Chair

SMCS
01.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated discussions on unit-wide enhancements, focusing on workflow optimization and satisfaction metrics for staff and patients.

Relief Charge Nurse

SMCS
05.2010 - Current

Oversee patient assignments on the orthopedic unit to enhance operational efficiency.

Collaborate with capacity management to optimize bed placements, and improve patient flow.

  • Coordinate with the staffing office for the next shift, ensuring adequate support levels for patient care.
  • Communicate critical updates to the incoming charge nurse to maintain continuity of care.
  • Assists primary nurses with complex situations to ensure patient safety.

Preceptorship Nurse

SMCS
06.2005 - Current
  • Supervised nursing students and new RNs during preceptorship, enhancing comprehension of unit flow and patient care protocols.

RN

SMCS
06.2004 - Current
  • Orthopedic department

Interim Assistant Nurse Manager

SMCS
04.2008 - 12.2008
  • Managed monthly staff scheduling and ensured optimal coverage on the orthopedic unit during night shifts.
  • Conducted audits and facilitated leadership classes to maintain high standards of care and professional development.
  • Provided coaching and counseling to staff, enhancing team performance and morale.

LVN

SMCS
06.2000 - 04.2001
  • Coordinated with primary RN to ensure high-quality patient care.

Education

ADN - LVN to RN bridge

Sierra community college
01.2004

AA - Vocational Nursing

Butte community college
01.1999

Skills

  • Leadership and staff management
  • Patient care coordination
  • Quality assurance and operations
  • Emergency response strategies
  • Policy development and training
  • Conflict resolution skills

Certifications And Licensure

  • California Registered Nurse License, 641037
  • Orthopedic nurse certified, 2010

Certification

  • Orthopedic nurse certified since 2010
  • Ca RN license #641037

Affiliations

  • I am a person who loves to be around other people. I love the outdoors; hiking, kayaking, biking, love the ocean and just enjoying the beautiful nature.
  • I am an active member of my church and love to help people where I can.

Timeline

Unit Partnership Council Chair

SMCS
01.2025 - Current

Relief Charge Nurse

SMCS
05.2010 - Current

Interim Assistant Nurse Manager

SMCS
04.2008 - 12.2008

Preceptorship Nurse

SMCS
06.2005 - Current

RN

SMCS
06.2004 - Current

LVN

SMCS
06.2000 - 04.2001

ADN - LVN to RN bridge

Sierra community college

AA - Vocational Nursing

Butte community college