Richard Pena Jr.
San Antonio
Summary
Transformational Nursing Leader committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care. Expertise in fostering a culture of safety and accountability, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes. Focused on developing staff and improving satisfaction for patients and employees through teamwork and continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse - Pre Operative & Post Anesthesia Care
Christus Santa Rosa Westover Hills
San Antonio
01.2026 - Current
- Managed daily patient flow as Fill-In Charge Nurse for Pre-Operative Unit.
- Coordinated surgical readiness, verified preoperative requirements, and collaborated with surgical teams to minimize delays and maintain operating room schedules.
- Provided comprehensive preoperative and post-anesthesia care for 4-5 surgical patients per shift, ensuring safe preparation, recovery, and continuous monitoring.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care, recovery expectations, medications, and discharge instructions to facilitate safe transitions home.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse- Transitional Medical Surgical Unit/ER
University Health
San Antonio
02.2025 - Current
- Led clinical and operational management of Transitional Medical-Surgical Unit and Emergency Room, supervising nursing staff, optimizing staffing, and ensuring safe nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Deliver direct patient care through assessments, patient education, medication administration, IV infusions, and emergency response.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to resolve clinical and operational issues while promoting quality patient outcomes.
- Coordinated admissions, transfers, discharges, and daily leadership handles, enhancing continuity of care and streamlining unit operations.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Methodist Metropolitan (HCA)
San Antonio
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered comprehensive emergency nursing care for 6-7 patients per shift, focusing on triage, health assessments, sepsis screening, trauma response, and patient education to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and continuous IV infusions, monitoring patient responses to ensure adherence to safe, evidence-based care practices.
- Coordinated patient transfers and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating seamless transitions and continuity of care for improved patient experiences.
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Specialty & Transplant (HCA)
San Antonio
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver safe, high-quality patient care, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and infection prevention standards.
- Supported patient care by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), maintaining patient safety, and monitoring patient needs.
- Collected COVID-19 specimens and coordinated patient transfers, facilitating continuity of care across hospital units.
Staff Leader Manager
Bill Miller Bar B-Q
San Antonio
05.2014 - 04.2020
- Supervised and scheduled 15-20 employees per shift, ensuring optimal staffing levels, operational efficiency, and exceptional customer service.
- Coordinated hiring logistics and trained new employees to enhance team capabilities.
- Managed inventory and cash handling, ensuring compliance with company standards during daily operations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX09-2024
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas A&M
San Antonio, TX12-2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Patient education/coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
- Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN), 12/30
- ENCP, 01/29
- TNCC, 12/28
- PALS Certification, 07/28
- ALS Certification, 12/27
- BLS Certification, 07/27
- RN License, 1176952, 11/26
Accomplishments
- 14x Daisy Award Recipient
- Excellence In Care Award - Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
- Clinical Catalyst Award Recipient - University Health
- Nurse Residence Program Completion - University Health
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse - Pre Operative & Post Anesthesia Care
Christus Santa Rosa Westover Hills
01.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse- Transitional Medical Surgical Unit/ER
University Health
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Methodist Metropolitan (HCA)
11.2024 - 07.2025
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Specialty & Transplant (HCA)
11.2021 - 01.2023
Staff Leader Manager
Bill Miller Bar B-Q
05.2014 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas A&M