Rachel Shalhout
American Canyon,CA
Summary
I am registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. I have over ten years of nursing experience providing patient care in a variety of health care environments. I am committed to providing high quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages. I have a strong knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and equipment. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, which I use to build relationships with patients, families and colleagues. I am also organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently. My clinical skills are strong, with the skills to quickly assess patients' needs and make appropriate care decisions based on sound judgment and critical thinking. I have a passion for helping others and I am dedicated to providing the best patient care possible. I understand the importance of advocating for patients and their families, and I strive to ensure that all patients receive the highest quality of care. I believe that my experience and education have prepared me to be an excellent nurse, and I am confident that I can make a positive difference in any health care environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sonoma Valley Hospital
Sonoma, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Is aware of patient presenting problem, and past medical hist
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Registered Nurse
Valley of the Moon
Sonoma, Ca
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Provides appropriate home health advice to patients who do not need to go directly to the emergency department
- Arranges appointments for patients who do not need to go to emergency department but need to see a PCP
- Consults with PCP for clinical questions or other care team members as needed
- Is responsible for placing patients in same day appointments or standby appointments for the day and the week
- Recommend patients go to the emergency department for care, as appropriate
- Ensures accurate documentation of all consultations and treatments and records them in the patients’ record via the electronic health record (EHR) system in a timely manner
- Prioritizes work tasks and services and completes tasks in a timely manner
- Assist Supervising Nurse with developing nursing policies and procedures and protocols, as needed.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
City View Post Acute
San Francisco, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Providing and documenting skilled nursing care
- Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs
- Implement and update the nursing plan
- Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes
- Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk
- Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards
- Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patient’s nursing needs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Healthy Living
Concord, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Educate patient
- Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes
- Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk
- Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards
- Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patient’s nursing needs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Med Care Plus Home Health
Pasadena, CA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided nursing care for terminally ill patients, including demented, geriatric, or disoriented patients
- Dependable and keen to details with in-depth knowledge of professional nursing principles and techniques and medical subjects
- Capable of managing heavy daily patient volume and still able to provide reliable care to patients
- Demonstrated empathetic communication and commitment to high-quality patient care
- Ensured compliance on JCAHO and HIPAA regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Unitek College
02-2023
Vocational Nursing License -
Integrity College of Health
09-2009
Liberal Arts -
Los Angeles Valley College
Skills
- Understanding of medical terminology and treatments
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to accurately assess and prioritize patient needs
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently
- Proficient in computer applications and medical equipment
- Utilizing information technology to access, retrieve, and manage patient data
- Demonstrating leadership and management skills in the healthcare setting
- Utilizing evidence-based practice to provide safe, high-quality patient-centered care
Clinical Sites
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Nursing homes
- Home health agencies
- Physicians’ offices
- Schools
- Rehabilitation centers
- Mental health centers
- Public health departments
Licensure And Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse, 2011
- IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal (LVN), Current
- CPR and First-Aid Certification, Current
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sonoma Valley Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Valley of the Moon
01.2023 - 11.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
City View Post Acute
01.2022 - 01.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Healthy Living
01.2019 - 01.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Med Care Plus Home Health
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Unitek College
Vocational Nursing License -
Integrity College of Health
Liberal Arts -
Los Angeles Valley College
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