Nelly Santiago Santana
Gallup
Summary
Dynamic Lead Clinical Nurse with extensive experience at Gallup Indian Medical Center, excelling in clinical leadership and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective team supervision and critical thinking. Recognized for educating staff on best practices and coordinating seamless transitions in care, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Professional clinical nursing leader prepared for advanced responsibilities. Proven track record in patient care management, team collaboration, and healthcare outcomes. Skilled in clinical assessments, patient advocacy, and healthcare protocols. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven in fast-paced environments.
Experienced with patient care management and team leadership in clinical environments. Utilizes strategic coordination to optimize patient outcomes and streamline operations. Strong understanding of evidence-based practices and effective communication skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level LCN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Clinical Nurse
GIMC
03.2022 - Current
- Managed critical situations calmly under pressure, making quick decisions that ensured timely intervention during emergencies or crises.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and needs by engaging in shared decision-making processes with healthcare providers and families.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by communicating effectively with external agencies such as home health services or rehabilitation facilities.
- Educated staff on new clinical procedures or medical devices, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the unit.
- Served as a clinical resource for staff, offering guidance on best practices and troubleshooting difficult cases to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Promoted a positive work environment, fostering open communication among team members to address challenges and improve patient outcomes.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.
- Monitored and maintained clinical supplies, materials and inventory.
RN
Gallup Indian Medical Center
08.2005 - 03.2022
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously following aseptic techniques and surgical protocols.
- Provided compassionate preoperative care for patients, addressing their concerns and alleviating anxiety.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evolving surgical techniques to provide safe nursing assistance during various types of procedures.
- Improved surgery efficiency with precise preparation and organization of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Mentored new OR nurses, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective patient care strategies.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, anticipating their needs and providing necessary support.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes, collaborating closely with the surgical team during procedures.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized operating room environment.
- Coordinated operating room schedules to maximize resource utilization and minimize patient wait times.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colegio Universitario De Humacao
Humacao, PR05-1993
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate care
- Documentation accuracy
- Clinical assessment
- Nursing expertise
- Clinical judgment
- Team supervision
- Spanish fluency
- Nurse training
- Teamwork
- Patient care
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Licensed RN ,BLS,PALS,ACLS,TNCC,EMPC
Timeline
Lead Clinical Nurse
GIMC
03.2022 - Current
RN
Gallup Indian Medical Center
08.2005 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colegio Universitario De Humacao
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