Ruth Ita
Brentwood,CA
Summary
Dedicated and clinical-focused Registered Nurse seeking to leverage a strong foundation in patient-centered care and health promotion to provide high-quality nursing services. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Committed to professional excellence, ethical practice, and maintaining organized, compassionate care across the entire nursing continuum.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UCSF Stanyan
04.2023 - Current
- Administered complex medication regimens, including IV titrations and high-risk medications, while continuously monitoring patient vitals and physiological responses to ensure therapeutic efficacy.
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and diagnostic screenings to identify acute changes in patient status and facilitate early clinical intervention.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians and specialists, to coordinate individualized care plans that optimized patient recovery and streamlined discharge planning.
- Rigorously applied infection control protocols and aseptic techniques, maintaining strict compliance with safety standards to minimize healthcare-associated infections.
- Mentored and trained incoming nursing staff on clinical workflows, facility policies, and the execution of complex bedside procedures to ensure a high standard of care.
- Utilized advanced critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions for high-acuity patient loads, ensuring immediate attention to life-threatening or time-sensitive needs.
- Maintained precise electronic health records, documenting medication administration, IV therapy, patient education, and follow-up care instructions with 100% accuracy.
Registered Nurse
(Jewish Home San Francisco) Heritage Nursing Agency
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided and coordinated high-quality patient care within a fast-paced clinical environment, ensuring seamless continuity of services from admission to discharge.
- Performed detailed physical examinations and managed comprehensive health histories to inform diagnostic decisions and treatment pathways.
- Administered IV therapy, medication regimens, and wound care for complex injuries while maintaining strict adherence to safety and dosage protocols.
- Delivered therapeutic interventions and interceptive treatments tailored to acute and chronic patient needs to improve overall health outcomes.
- Demonstrated consistent compassion and empathy toward patients and their families, fostering a supportive environment during high-stress medical situations.
- Acted as a primary patient advocate, care organizer, and problem solver, ensuring quality control and serving as a vital educator and communication link between the medical team and the patient.
Registered Nurse
(Park Bridge Alameda) Ally Home Care & Medical Staffing
03.2023 - 11.2024
- Streamlined patient documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes and satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Samuel Merritt University
Oakland, CA12.2021
Associate of Science - Science Education
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA08.2019
Skills
- Proficient use of EPIC, Cerner, My Unity, PCC
- Recording Vital Signs
- Supporting Personal Needs, excellent communication skills
- Patient care
- Patient Relations, public speaking and consumer service
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- State of CA, Board of Registered Nursing
- BLS/CPR/AED-American Heart Association
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UCSF Stanyan
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
(Park Bridge Alameda) Ally Home Care & Medical Staffing
03.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse
(Jewish Home San Francisco) Heritage Nursing Agency
02.2022 - 12.2024
Associate of Science - Science Education
Los Medanos College
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Samuel Merritt University