Raquel An Anderson
Riverside,CA
Summary
Hispanic
bilingual
Aesthetic Certification
BLS
Charge Nurse
preceptor
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita
Jurupa Valley
12.2011 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda Children's Hospital
Loma Linda
03.1999 - 12.2011
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology Pre Medicine
California State University San Bernardino
03.2004
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA12.1995
High School Diploma -
Canoga Park Senior High School
Canoga Park, CA06.1984
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
Certification
- Licensed RN - 28 years 12 years in PICU and 12 years in Hemodialysis
- Certified [Aesthetics RN], - FEB 2024
- Certified [National bilingual interpreter], - 25 years
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita
12.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda Children's Hospital
03.1999 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Biology Pre Medicine
California State University San Bernardino
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Riverside Community College
High School Diploma -
Canoga Park Senior High School