Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Clinical Experience
References
Languages
Timeline
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Poonam Chhina

Rancho Cordova,CA

Summary

Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of comprehensive experience as an RN providing acute care, wellness exams, and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. I

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice nurse

Sutter Hospice
09.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
  • Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through proactive symptom management and thorough discharge planning.

Medical Surgical/tele Nurse

Adventist health
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.

Hospice nurse

Mercy hospice
07.2020 - 11.2021
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
  • Enhanced family understanding of the hospice process through clear communication and education.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
  • Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.

RN Case Manager

Suncrest Hospice
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
  • Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality of care.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.

Medical-surgical/tele nurse

St Francis Hospital
05.2015 - 07.2017
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.

Education

Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

United States University
San Diego, CA
12.2023

Bachelor of Science -

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
01.2021

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Shepherd University
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012

Skills

  • Fluent in Punjabi and English
  • Proficient in Cerner, Epic, Omnicell, Pyxis, and Microsoft Word
  • Care Planning
  • Family Education
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Physician Communication
  • Admissions Support
  • Patient Care Plans

Certification

  • Basic Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Registered nurse license 95020937
  • CMF Professional Liability Insurance
  • Board Certified

Clinical Experience

Family Medicine clinical hours total 540, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and women's health.

References

Jennifer Evans, APRN FNP-C, Preceptor, Health and Life Cares Clinic, (916) 284-5568, Asicjen22@gmail.com

Languages

Punjabi

Timeline

Hospice nurse

Sutter Hospice
09.2022 - Current

Medical Surgical/tele Nurse

Adventist health
07.2022 - 01.2024

Hospice nurse

Mercy hospice
07.2020 - 11.2021

RN Case Manager

Suncrest Hospice
08.2017 - 01.2019

Medical-surgical/tele nurse

St Francis Hospital
05.2015 - 07.2017

Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

United States University

Bachelor of Science -

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Shepherd University

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