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Salome "Sally" Ditmars

San Diego,CA

Summary

Skilled nursing professional with more than 30 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.


Proven track record in enhancing patient care and safety at Kaiser Permanente, leveraging skills in patient education and case management. Expert in developing comprehensive care plans, significantly reducing medication errors, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal health outcomes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse

Kaiser Permanente, Outpatient Surgery
08.2014 - 04.2024
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.

RN Staff Nurse - Outpatient Surgery

Sharp Memorial Hospital
12.2011 - 07.2014
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.

RN Triage Nurse

UCSD Internal Medicine
08.2009 - 05.2010
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

RN Staff Nurse - Per Diem Outpatient Surgery

Brentwood Surgery Center
10.2008 - 06.2009
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.

RN Case Manager

Veterans Administration
01.2008 - 06.2008
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
  • Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
  • Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix
Costa Mesa
05.2006

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Patient Safety
  • Direct Patient Care and Assessment
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient Management
  • Disease Prevention
  • Case Management
  • Quality Improvement

CERTIFICATION

ACLS, PALS

RN License

RN 498115 - RN and Public Health Nurse, California

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Kaiser Permanente, Outpatient Surgery
08.2014 - 04.2024

RN Staff Nurse - Outpatient Surgery

Sharp Memorial Hospital
12.2011 - 07.2014

RN Triage Nurse

UCSD Internal Medicine
08.2009 - 05.2010

RN Staff Nurse - Per Diem Outpatient Surgery

Brentwood Surgery Center
10.2008 - 06.2009

RN Case Manager

Veterans Administration
01.2008 - 06.2008

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix

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