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REGINA CARVALHO

Kapaa

Summary

Dynamic project manager with a proven track record at Hawaii Pacific Health, excelling in health equity initiatives and community outreach. Skilled in stakeholder communication and event coordination, I successfully organized health fairs and CPR classes, enhancing community engagement and optimizing patient care through effective collaboration and meticulous project planning.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Equity in Covid 19 /Project Manager

KAUAI ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, INC.
08.2023 - 12.2023

To educate the community on prevention and mitigation while living in the challenging times of COVID-19 moving forward, I networked with the community to provide free CPR classes, and I organized a health fair. I provided data from participants and completed the grant process.

  • Coordinated project schedules and ensured timely completion of deliverables.
  • Supported project documentation efforts, maintaining organized records for team access.
  • Communicated with stakeholders to provide updates and gather feedback on project status.
  • Analyzed risks and developed mitigation strategies to enhance project outcomes.
  • Contributed to the development of project plans by gathering requirements from stakeholders.
  • Documented project progress to fulfill project requirements and establish traceability.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
  • Worked on publicity for events.

RN-Urgent Care Clinic

Hawaii Pacific Health
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care and safety protocols.
  • Conducted routine assessments, documenting vital signs and health status accurately.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems for efficient documentation and communication.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Tested community at Covid 19 drive through centers located at Wilcox Hospital
  • Administerd Covid 19 immunizations at Wilcox Hospiital at the walk in clinic for adults and pediatrics

RN, Medical-Surgical Floor/Medical Surgical Charge Nurse

Hawaii Pacific Health
08.1992 - 07.2021
  • Delivered patient-centered care, ensuring comfort and safety during medical procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • 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.
  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care strategies based on ongoing assessments.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
  • Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
  • Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Implemented infection control measures on the Medical-Surgical floor, resulting in a significant decrease in hospital-acquired infections among patients.
  • Coordinated patient discharges from the Medical-Surgical unit, ensuring seamless transitions to post-acute care settings or home environments.
  • Advocated for patients'' needs by effectively communicating their concerns to appropriate healthcare providers and specialists within the hospital system.
  • Served as a liaison between the Medical-Surgical unit and other hospital departments, fostering strong working relationships to ensure optimal patient care coordination.

PCNC Parent Community Newtwork Coordinator

Dept of Education Hawaii
07.1997 - 05.2000

Coordinated events in the school, such as the mother-daughter event.

Boys' night out with fathers and sons.

Grandparents' acknowledgment, lunch, and essay contest.

I worked with and served on the PTSA of Kapaa Middle School.

Coordinated 8th-grade graduation event.

Academic achievement honors night.

Fundraising events.

I reached out to the community to provide resources for cleanup days.

Established a chess club and flag team for students.

Chaperoned students off the island for leadership events.

Coordinated a sign-waving event with parents to let students know they are winners.

Hosted coffee hours with the principal and parents.



Shift Manager

SUPER CUTS
07.1983 - 08.1985
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring optimal workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and customer service excellence.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Coordinated shift schedules to maximize labor resources and meet demand fluctuations.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Provided professional haircuts.
  • Handled complaints.
  • Responsible for opening and closing establishment.
  • Responsible for money drops to financial institute.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kauai Community College
3-1901Kaumuali'i Hwy. Lihue, HI 96766

State of California Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Oceanside College of Beauty
Oceanside, CA

Skills

  • Project management
  • Health equity initiatives
  • Community outreach
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Event coordination
  • Patient care optimization
  • Medical documentation
  • Infection control protocols
  • Care plan development
  • CPR certification
  • Immunization administration
  • Clinical assessments
  • Team collaboration
  • Staff training and mentorship
  • Workflow efficiency
  • Project planning
  • Project scheduling
  • Relationship building
  • Customer relations
  • Staff management
  • Risk management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Processes and procedures
  • Conflict management
  • Project closure

Accomplishments

AWARDS:

  • Interfaith Council award for East side family of the year.
  • Na Wahine Alakai'i O Kauai (YWCA) community service award 2016
  • Hawaii State PTSA award membership increase >10%
  • Hawaii Nurses Association Award
  • Foodland KNON awarded weather station to Kapaa Middle School
  • Hale Opio Community Builder awarded to Zonta Club of Kauai 2025

Interests

My interest is to continue to serve this beautiful community and network with it's members to make things happen I particularly like to be around the Doer's of the world

I have enjoyed community building since I was young it's part of who I am service is in my heart

I love meeting new people doing new things and there is so much in this world to learn

I enjoy family time, travel, culture I've recently taken up aqua zumba, and line dancing these days

Timeline

Health Equity in Covid 19 /Project Manager

KAUAI ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, INC.
08.2023 - 12.2023

RN-Urgent Care Clinic

Hawaii Pacific Health
08.2021 - 04.2022

PCNC Parent Community Newtwork Coordinator

Dept of Education Hawaii
07.1997 - 05.2000

RN, Medical-Surgical Floor/Medical Surgical Charge Nurse

Hawaii Pacific Health
08.1992 - 07.2021

Shift Manager

SUPER CUTS
07.1983 - 08.1985

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kauai Community College

State of California Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Oceanside College of Beauty