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NYDIA RIVERA

Bell Gardens,CA

Summary

Seeking a registered nurse position where striving to provide and maintain a safe and caring environment for patients is the priority. Eagerly willing to support exceptional patient satisfaction and deliver compassionate care to every patient while empowering the communities served. Prepared to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in nursing with the flexibility to work in a demanding environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
01.2023 - Current
  • Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
  • Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
  • Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.

Registered Nurse

Los Angeles County Department Of Health Services
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Managed effective bedside peri-operative care for patients from admission to discharge to deliver comfort.
  • Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
  • Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
  • Used Surgi-net to process patient information and provided access to relevant data for licensed practitioners.
  • Collected, labeled, transported and delivered specimens to lab for testing.

Registered Nurse

Los Angeles County Department Of Public Health
12.2020 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet COVID19 vaccination needs at various points of distribution across LA County
  • Prepared and administered Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to various communities
  • Vaccinated and assessed patients for any adverse effects and provided proper medical attention.
  • Helped prevent disease and reduce health risks associated with COVID19 through evidence-based practice
  • Improved population health outcomes by educating communities and delivering care within them.
  • Recorded and analyzed data collected at skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, and work sites, and provided strategies to mitigate COVID19 among residents and staff.
  • Educated about available support services and helped access them.
  • Emphasized primary prevention to avoid disease before it occurs.
  • Developed relationships with administrators and other staff and followed up to track progress.
  • Ongoing COVID19 outbreak case management and prevention.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
10.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Los Angeles TradeTechnical College
12.2019

Skills

  • Preventative Health
  • Infection prevention strategies
  • Proficient in EPIC and Cerner EMR systems
  • Dependable team collaborator
  • Supportive patient advocate
  • Detail oriented
  • Organized and efficient

Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

American Heart Association

Expires: Apr 2026

Basic Life Support (BLS)

American Heart Association

Expires: Apr 2026

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

  • RN , Registered Nurse California License# 95220154 Expires: Mar 2026

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
01.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Los Angeles County Department Of Health Services
09.2021 - 12.2022

Registered Nurse

Los Angeles County Department Of Public Health
12.2020 - 09.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Los Angeles TradeTechnical College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University