Detail-oriented retired registered nurse with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit/Nursery
El Camino Hospital
09.1997 - 03.2003
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Registered Nurse Critical Care, Shift Supervisor,
El Camino Hospital
09.1979 - 03.1997
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
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.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Critical Care Instructor Cardiovascular Intensive
Stanford Hospital
09.1973 - 09.1979
Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Staff Nurse Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Stanford University Hospital
09.1969 - 09.1973
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Certified Epic Analyst for HIM Coding, HIM Release of Information, and HIM Deficiency Tracker at El Camino HospitalCertified Epic Analyst for HIM Coding, HIM Release of Information, and HIM Deficiency Tracker at El Camino Hospital
Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse/ Transitional Nursery/ Charge Nurse at Health + Hospitals QueensLevel III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse/ Transitional Nursery/ Charge Nurse at Health + Hospitals Queens