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Olivia Chavez

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Dedicated individual with a comprehensive background in patient care across various medical settings. Skilled at managing
and coordinating care across diverse medical specialties. Proficient in documenting medical/nursing data, ensuring
adherence to protocols. Adept at improving patient outcomes through education, preventive measures, and effective disease
management. Committed to upholding the highest standards of patient care while contributing to the success of clinical team
endeavors. Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Op/PACU Nurse, Infection Control RN

Pima Heart & Vascular
11.2022 - Current
  • Deliver outstanding services in pre-operative and post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) environments, working with patients
    undergoing surgeries and procedures. Play a critical role in preparing patients for surgeries and ensuring their safety and
    comfort during recovery.
  • Maintained a safe, infection-free environment, ensuring compliance with AAAHC accreditation standards while serving as Infection Control RN.
  • Collaborated with patients and healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate discharge plans for each individual.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches effectively.

Registered Nurse Pre-Op& Medical Oncology

Northwest Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2022
  • Prepared patients for surgical procedures and providing post-operative care.
  • Implemented and monitored robust infection control and prevention strategies, significantly improving the surgery center's safety and quality of care.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
08.2004 - 07.2020

Stoke/Sepsis Coordinator

  • Educated healthcare providers and staff on stroke and sepsis care, following AHA Stroke and CMS Sepsis guidelines.
  • Prepared hospital for primary stroke survey. Responded to Code Strokes to guide patient care and coordinated
    monthly stroke committee meetings.
  • Contributed as a member of the sepsis task force, offering valuable feedback to providers and nursing staff across the hospital.
  • Led multiple successful audits and chart reviews to ensure "Get with Guidelines Metrics" were met and to monitor sepsis
    compliance and patient harm.


Clinical Team Lead; Family Medicine Residency Program

  • Oversaw clinical operations and supervised RNs, medical assistants, and front office staff.
  • Managed all clinic visits and outpatient laboratory services for patients from birth to end of life.


Nurse Team Lead — ER/Home Health

  • Delivered immediate medical care for patients of all ages, addressing conditions such as severe illness and trauma.
  • Specialized in disease management, encompassing education and prevention.
  • Managed patient care in ER/Home Health, coordinating with the healthcare team to maximize the response of treatment plans.
  • Acted as liaison between patients and physicians to ensure understanding of treatment plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM

Associate of Science - Nursing

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM

Skills

  • Patient Recovery Assessments
  • Care Activities Prioritization
  • Patient Education
  • Documentation & Records Maintenance
  • Organizational Skills
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Data Collection & Analysis
  • Ethical Research Conduct
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient Education
  • Infection Control & Prevention

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
  • AORN

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License #: Arizona 279096
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

Timeline

Pre-Op/PACU Nurse, Infection Control RN

Pima Heart & Vascular
11.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse Pre-Op& Medical Oncology

Northwest Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2022

Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
08.2004 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

New Mexico State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Olivia Chavez