Sabrina Saucedo BSN, RN
San Diego,CA
Summary
Nursing graduate with excellent educational credentials and hands-on patient care experience. Immense experience with fundamental knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare policies, and patient care values. Aspiring to combine ongoing nursing education, pursue my passion for mental healthcare, and provide incredible patient care. I wish to improve the lives and health of individuals under my care by focusing on their needs, promoting wellness, preventing disease spread/progression, and advocating for their needs. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse
Jacob Healthcare Center
06.2024 - Current
- Observe and record patient behavior, hang IV antibiotics and other medications, medication administration, blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, G-tube feedings, foley catheter insertion/care, supra-pubic catheter care, perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests, collect patient health history, counsel and educate patients/families on treatment plans, administer medications, change wound dressings, care for other treatment options, read and interpret patient information and make treatment decisions when appropriate, consult with supervisors and doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients, Direct and supervise nurses/CNA's, and research ways to improve healthcare processes and improve patient outcomes.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Home Health Care
05.2024 - Current
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Behavioral Health Associate
Pacific Grove Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Supervised patients and documented their behavioral issues and strengths
- Helped develop treatment plans for patients in the facility with other mental health doctors and nurses
- Helped conducting individual and group therapy or interventions
- Administered medications along with a Registered Nurse
- Helped keep the lines of communication open between patients, registered nurses, and licensed health professionals
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services
- Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment
- Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15-minute intervals, as noted in special precautions or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed
- Document timely, accurate, and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record
- Assist in providing a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for patient's, significant others, and staff
- Interact routinely with patient's, observe behaviors, and communicate significant observations to nursing staff
- May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration, and changing bed linens
- Obtain patient's vital signs, height, and weight as assigned and document in the patient's record
- Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management, and independent living skills
- Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals
- Complete and maintain required documentation
- Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility
- May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff members
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards customers always
- When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints
- Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Administered medications to relieve symptoms and monitor effects on clients.
- Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for patient rights in healthcare, legal and community-based settings.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
Nursing Student
Patton State Hospital
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Supervised patients and documented their behavioral issues and strengths
- Helped develop treatment plans for patients in the facility with other mental health doctors and nurses
- Helped conducting individual and group therapy or interventions
- Administered medications along with a Registered Nurse
- Assisted the patients with their daily hygiene and/or self-care routines
- Supervising recreational activities
- Helped keep the lines of communication open between patients, registered nurses, and licensed health professionals.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Participated in nursing care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss ways of improving quality of care for patients.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
Medical Practice Manager
Basim Abdelkarim – Gastroenterology Specialist
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Worked closely with medical providers to provide timely, efficient healthcare
- Oversaw daily office operations of the healthcare facility to ensure smooth workflow daily as well as supervising and scheduling staff in an efficient and cost-effective manner
- Hiring and training healthcare management staff as well as addressing staff issues and conducting regular performance reviews
- Scheduling regular maintenance and conducting periodic inspections of all aspects of the practice, including medical equipment and tools
- Maintaining cleanliness and safety of various departments and ensuring systems are operating to the benefit of the patient by strictly following established healthcare safety standards
- Drafting financial reports for senior management timely and accurately as well as maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of patient and medical records
- Complying and keeping current with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including industry trends and best practices
- Providing educational or informative materials, including pamphlets and brochures for patients as well as ensuring patient satisfaction by responding to inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management.
- Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance.
- Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
- Supervised team of 10 office personnel.
- Trained interns and newly hired team members on office procedures and computer system.
- Addressed and remedied all patient or team member issues.
- Communicated closely with patients, ensuring medical information was kept private.
- Developed and maintained electronic record management systems to analyze and process data.
- Provided outstanding support to entire staff which helped improve process flow and boosted efficiency.
- Consulted with healthcare professionals on business decisions.
- Assessed processes and procedures, complying with OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.
- Promoted patient health and general wellness by coordinating and encouraging participation in health events.
- Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Developed close working relationships with front office and back office staff.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Created and implemented organizational policies and procedures.
- Handled job duties for staff members which were unavailable or out of office.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
West Coast University
Ontario, CA04.2023
General Education And Associate's Degree -
Citrus College
Glendora01.2016
High School Diploma -
Rancho Cucamonga High School
Rancho Cucamonga01.2014
Skills
- Experienced in managing day to day administrative tasks of a healthcare setting to deliver a high-level of customer service and maximize patient satisfaction along with the knowledge of current healthcare laws and procedures, medical issues, and terminology, medical billing procedures, including insurance benefits
- Effective written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with co-workers and patients
- Solid leadership and management skills along with the ability to build a professional working environment for both office management staff and medical teams
- Strong analytical skills along with the ability to research, evaluate, and solve complex administrative and operational problems
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities within specific deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HR system, database application and Internet, including knowledge of using office equipment and tools such as scanners, fax machines, and xerox machines
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment as well as handle stressful situations including staff issues or conflicts
- Good financial skills along with the ability to prepare and manage healthcare budgets, financial reports, and statements as well as process payments
- Strong reporting and documentation skills with the ability to handle and maintain confidentiality of medical and patient records
- Patient care planning
- Issue Resolution
- Process evaluation
- Care Plan Management
- Staff Leadership
- Discharge Planning
- Performance Management
- Patient Assessments
- Staff Training
- Clinical Training
- Corrective Actions
- Resource Utilization
- Care Coordination
- Duty delegation
- Staff Education
- Patient Care Standards
- Clinical judgment
- Quality Improvement
- Policy compliance
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate, American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate, American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certificate, American Heart Association
Timeline
Charge Registered Nurse
Jacob Healthcare Center
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Home Health Care
05.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Associate
Pacific Grove Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
Nursing Student
Patton State Hospital
05.2021 - 06.2021
Medical Practice Manager
Basim Abdelkarim – Gastroenterology Specialist
01.2014 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science -
West Coast University
General Education And Associate's Degree -
Citrus College
High School Diploma -
Rancho Cucamonga High School
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