Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor, Substance Abuse
Cenikor Foundation Inc
Waco, TX
07.2024 - Current
Provided guidance, support, and professional development to staff members.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Explained policies, procedures, and services to patients.
Resolved conflicts between staff members promptly, while maintaining morale.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
Hemodialysis Charge Nurse/Team Leader
Fresenius Medical Kidney Care
Waco, TX
11.2013 - 06.2020
Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
Performed daily machine maintenance, including water testing and filter replacement.Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit. Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
Reviewed lab values before each dialysis treatment to ensure the accuracy of data entered into the EMR system.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Registered Charge Nurse, Nursing Home
Quality Care of Waco
Waco, TX
11.2011 - 11.2013
Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Charge Nurse/Medical Surgel/Supervisor of Hospital
Providence Health & Services
Waco, TX
11.1991 - 10.2011
Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
Coordinated, tasked, and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues and information.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Coordinated with thehealthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2022
Skills
Medical Emergency Triage
Staff Scheduling
Nursing Services Coordination
Emergency Response
Clinical management
Family and Patient Counseling
Volunteer Coordination
Medical and Health Provider Referrals
Social Services Coordination
Coaching and Mentoring
Pharmacy Coordination
Chart Audits
Case Reviews
Service Plan Development
Process Improvements
Policy updates
Customer Service
Schedule Coordination
Database Management
Crisis Management
Community Resources
[Language] Fluency
Community Outreach
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor, Substance Abuse
Cenikor Foundation Inc
07.2024 - Current
Hemodialysis Charge Nurse/Team Leader
Fresenius Medical Kidney Care
11.2013 - 06.2020
Registered Charge Nurse, Nursing Home
Quality Care of Waco
11.2011 - 11.2013
Charge Nurse/Medical Surgel/Supervisor of Hospital