Nilma Navarro

• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Provided compassionate patient care in diverse medical settings.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
• Provide spiritual and emotional support
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
• Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.

•Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking,professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgement.

• Led nursing staff in providing high-quality patient care at skilled nursing facility.
• Developed and implemented care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
• Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing practices.
• Conducted regular training sessions for nursing staff on best practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient wellness.
• Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios.
• Oversaw medication management processes to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Recruited qualified candidates for open positions within the nursing department.
• Ensured that appropriate resources were available to meet patients' needs.
• Reviewed existing standards of practice and proposed changes.
• Monitored the implementation of new technology into clinical practice settings.
• Investigated complaints from patients or family members concerning nursing care delivery.
• Participated in budget preparation and monitoring activities to support departmental goals.
• Directed nursing staff in providing quality patient care and services.
• Served as a liaison between hospital administration, regulatory agencies, external organizations, vendors, and medical staff.
• Provided guidance to medical personnel on proper documentation of patient care activities.
• Created a system for tracking patient outcomes and quality assurance indicators.
• Facilitated communication between nursing staff members regarding patient care concerns or issues.
• Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Conducted performance evaluations of nursing staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing feedback.
• Coordinated the development of educational programs for nurses and other medical professionals.
• Advised nursing staff on legal issues related to their work duties.
• Established protocols for infection control practices within the facility.
• Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other departments to coordinate patient care plans.
• Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
• Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
• Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
• Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
• Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
• Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
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• Assisted in developing strategies to reduce costs while maintaining quality of patient care services.
• Developed systems for collecting data related to nurse productivity levels.
• Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
• Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
• Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
• Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.