Rebecca Lopez
Northwest Texas Hospital
Amarillo,TX
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse with 9+ years of acute-care experience on a Med-Surg Surgery/Trauma unit. Med-Surg Nursing RN-BC. Experienced as a Relief Charge Nurse, Preceptor, Safety Coach, DAISY Committee member, and Chair of the Shared Governance Committee. Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Work History
Registered Nurse
9 Years 2 Months- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients on Med-Surg Surgery/Trauma unit, including assessment, planning implementation, and evaluation of individual patient care.
- Monitor patients for changes in condition and promptly communicate significant findings to providers and the interdisciplinary care team.
- Safely administer medications and treatments while maintaining adherence to hospital policies and evidence-based nursing practices.
- Care for postoperative, surgical, trauma, and medically complex patients with varying levels of acuity.
- Perform comprehensive assessments, wound care, medication administration, patient education, and discharge planning.
- Prioritize and manage care for multiple patients in a fast-paced acute-care environment.
- Serve as Relief Charge Nurse, assisting with unit coordination, patient assignments, staffing needs, admissions, discharges, and overall workflow.
- Serve as a Preceptor, supporting new nurses in developing clinical skills, critical-thinking abilities, time management, and confidence in patient care.
- Serve as a Safety Coach, promoting patient safety practices and identifying opportunities to reduce safety risks.
- Chair the Shared Governance Committee, facilitating staff participation, communication, quality improvement, and unit-based initiatives.
- Participate in the DAISY Committee, contributing to recognition of exceptional nursing practice and promoting a culture of compassionate patient care.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, case management, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns using sound clinical judgment.
LVN Floor Nurse
3 Years 10 Months- Administered medications and treatments to patients according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
Education
BSN
Associate of Science
LVN
Outstanding Major Award
Skills
Med-Surg Nursing
Surgery & Trauma Nursing
Charge Nurse Leadership
Patient Safety
Clinical Assessment
Critical Thinking
Patient Prioritization
Medication Administration
Patient Education
Care Coordination
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Precepting & Mentoring
Staff Leadership
Shared Governance
Quality Improvement
Time Management
Patient Advocacy
Certification
- RN
- BLS
- Medical-Surgical Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northwest Texas Hospital
06.2017 - CurrentRead More
LVN Floor Nurse
Plum Creek
08.2013 - 06.2017Read More
Capella University
BSN
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Amarillo College
Associate of Science
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Amarillo College
LVN
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