Reina Lutz
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience in dialysis and outpatient care, providing high-quality care to medically complex and high-acuity patients. Proficient in rapid assessment, early intervention, and care plan implementation, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and positive outcomes. Demonstrates leadership as a Charge Nurse, overseeing unit operations, staffing, and patient flow, while acting as Preceptor and mentor for new nurses and providing clinical guidance. Recognized for exceptional clinical judgment, effective interdisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to maintain calm leadership in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (BSN)
Davita Dialysis
Sacramento, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Managed dialysis treatments for patients with precision and compassion, ensuring optimal therapy outcomes aligned with Davita's mission and vision, WECARE values.
- Applied the nursing process at the clinic level to enhance patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, demonstrating leadership through active involvement of team members in care improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans, safeguarding patient privacy and confidentiality while providing care in a non-judgmental, nondiscriminatory manner that respects diverse cultural values.
- Educated patients and families on kidney disease management strategies, empowering them to make informed health decisions and fostering strong professional relationships through mutual information sharing with peers.
- Initiated and participated in quality improvement activities that resulted in measurable outcomes, continuously acquiring knowledge and skills to maintain expertise in the field.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Davita Dialysis
Sacramento, California
10.2017 - 04.2024
- Administered dialysis treatment to patients, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and care standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care to critically ill patients in outpatient dialysis settings. Assisted in dialysis procedures and monitored patient comfort and safety.
- Educated patients on procedures and effectively implemented care plans to address complex needs while ensuring confidentiality.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to the healthcare team.
- Enhanced team performance by participating in educational initiatives, conducting competency checklists, and orienting new hires to maintain high standards of practice.
- Served as a float nurse across regional clinics, ensuring continuous patient care during staffing shortages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Accelerated Program
Concordia University
Austin, TX12.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Unitek College
Sacramento, CA08.2017
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Patient-Centered Care & Education
- Direct Patient Care & Assessment
- Medication & IV Administration
- Cultural Competency & Non-Judgmental Care
- Evidence-Based Nursing
- Quality Improvement & Evidence-Based Practice
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Leadership
- Clinical Leadership
- Mentorship & Staff Development
- Student Precepting
- Proficient in Electronic Health Records
- Professional Bedside Manner
- CPR/AED Certified
Certification
• Registered Nurse, California Board of Nursing, 95375864, Active
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Reference
Jessica Webber, Davita Supervisor (972) 400 2696
Laura Gonzales, Davita Administrator (209) 751 9835
Sean G, Davita Administrator (916) 512 7037
Miriam Davita RN/coworker (916) 895 9808
Timeline
Registered Nurse (BSN)
Davita Dialysis
04.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Davita Dialysis
10.2017 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Accelerated Program
Concordia University
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Unitek College