Renee Reynaga
Mission Hills,CA
Summary
Professional nurse specializing in cardiac intensive care with strong focus on delivering exceptional patient outcomes. Skilled in critical care, patient monitoring, and emergency response, ensuring high standards of care. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing clinical needs, consistently contributing to positive patient results. Reliable, compassionate, and driven by commitment to excellence in patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
10.2019 - Current
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Managed critical patient cases such as open heart, impella, and balloon pump for optimal recovery with timely interventions and assessments.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as central line insertions and chest tube placements, ensuring safe and efficient completion.
Rapid Response Nurse
Kaiser Permenente
12.2014 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during critical events, fostering trust and rapport among caregiving teams.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Educated families on proper home care procedures, promoting successful recovery and minimizing hospital readmissions.
- Acted as a resource to fellow nursing staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise in rapid response techniques and best practices.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between units for critically ill patients, ensuring continuity of care and appropriate handoffs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA04-2019
Skills
- Chest tube management
- Ultrasound IV insertions placement and management
- Intraosseous line placement placement and management
- Open heart management
- Impella/ LVAD management
- EPIC and Meditech Electronic Charting System proficient
- Invasive hemodynamic monitoring
- ECG interpretation
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Recipient 2021
Certification
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
10.2019 - Current
Rapid Response Nurse
Kaiser Permenente
12.2014 - Current
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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