Rebecca Rodriguez

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse dedicated to advancing patient care and contributing to the success of a team through active participation in community and clinical initiatives. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with providers and colleagues to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Committed to leveraging skills and experience to drive continued improvement and achieve organizational goals.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

South Texas Veterans Health Care System

San Antonio, TX

04.2022 - Current

Service Expansion: Played a pivotal role in integrating new specialty services, including hematology-oncology, neurology, and dermatology, by coordinating office space and developing a communication document that facilitated efficient scheduling and provider coordination.
Reduced No-Show Rates: Implemented a proactive appointment confirmation system, contacting veterans to confirm appointments and locations, which contributed to a significant decrease in no-show appointments.
Enhanced Patient Care: Led initiatives to improve specialty services for veterans at the Northwest Healthcare Center, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and streamlined care delivery.
Primary Care Support: Volunteered to orient in Primary Care, fostering interdepartmental collaboration and gaining a comprehensive understanding of primary care operations to better support the team.
Quality Improvement Participation: Actively engaged in multidisciplinary quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes and care processes.
Patient Education: Provided individualized instruction to patients on the proper use of medications, medical equipment, diet, lifestyle changes, and other self-care techniques, promoting self-management and improved health outcomes.
Specialized Care: Assessed the neurological status of patients, including cognitive and motor functions, reflexes, cranial nerve functioning, and coordination, ensuring comprehensive evaluations and appropriate interventions.
Procedure Assistance: Assisted dermatology providers in examining patients and performing minor procedures, such as skin biopsies, suture removal, and cryotherapy, enhancing procedural efficiency and patient care.
Patient Education Devices: Served as a Cefaly® and Nerivio® migraine device educator, providing patients with effective tools for migraine management and improving their quality of life.

Registered Nurse

Methodist Main, Burn and Reconstructive Unit

San Antonio, TX

08.2021 - 12.2023

Rotated through the outpatient Burn Clinic, coordinating care for burn victims.
Administered medications, and prepare patients for exams/treatments.
Performed complex wound care.
Managed patient care during Rapid Response emergencies.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home, following discharge from the hospital.

Clinic Coordinator

UT Health, Student Faculty Collaborative

San Antonio, TX

02.2020 - 05.2021

Served as clinical lead in a student-run clinic, providing medical and mental health services to a vulnerable patient population
Assisted with routine and specialized procedures, administering medication and performing phlebotomy and other laboratory tests
Precepted student nurses to maximize performance
Coordinated care through follow up phone calls with patients, ensuring needs were met
Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task

Certified Nurse Aide Technician

AA Senior Care Services

San Antonio, TX

06.2018 - 12.2018

Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention
Managed medical stock and restocked inventory to ensure optimal availability for patients

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management

Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, UT

12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University Of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio

San Antonio, TX

05.2021

Skills

Patient care coordination
Electronic medical record documentation

Patient safety
Crisis intervention and de-escalation

Affiliations

Leadership and Management Master's Program: Currently pursuing a Master’s in Leadership and Management, enhancing skills to better serve patients and lead the team.

Daily “Good Morning Team” Messages: Initiated and consistently deliver daily motivational messages and National Calendar Days to the team, fostering a positive work environment.

Phone Clinics: Alongside the care team, championed the implementation of phone clinics to document patient interactions, ensuring accurate and efficient record-keeping.

Mammogram Screening Reminders: In collaboration with radiology and nurse leadership, developing mammogram screening reminders using the Annie program, improving patient adherence to preventive care.