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Rachel Lovetro

San Diego,CA

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical-Surgical / Telemetry, RN

VA Hospital
03.2024 - Current
  • Managed a caseload of 4–5 patients, delivering comprehensive bedside care including IV therapy, medication administration, wound care, and post-operative monitoring.
  • Performed emergency interventions in accordance with BLS and ACLS protocols to stabilize patients experiencing acute changes in condition.
  • Monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms, responded to telemetry alarms, and communicated changes in heart rate or rhythm to providers.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnoses, care plans, pain management, and discharge instructions to promote understanding and adherence.
  • Advocated for patient safety and rights, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Behavioral Health RN

UCSD
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided direct psychiatric nursing care, including crisis stabilization, medication administration, and coordination of next steps in treatment planning. Effectively managed a caseload of 5–6 patients, prioritizing care needs, conducting safety assessments, and delivering individualized interventions in a high-acuity environment.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on mental health diagnoses, treatment options, coping strategies, and discharge planning to support long-term stability.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, de-escalation, and conflict resolution through active listening, redirection, and behavioral interventions to promote patient safety and emotional regulation.

Education

Transition To Practice (TTP) New Grad Program

Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
La Jolla, CA
03-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Massachusetts Global
San Diego, CA
05-2023

Skills

  • DAISY Award Nominee - 2025
  • DAISY Award Recipient - 2024
  • DAISY Award Nominee - 2024

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • Columbia Suicide Severity Scale
  • NIHSS

Timeline

Medical-Surgical / Telemetry, RN

VA Hospital
03.2024 - Current

Behavioral Health RN

UCSD
11.2023 - 03.2024

Transition To Practice (TTP) New Grad Program

Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Massachusetts Global

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