Saul B. Covarrubias
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with a Master of Science in Nursing and a proven track record in infection prevention, quality improvement, and healthcare leadership. Extensive experience overseeing infection control programs, managing interdisciplinary teams, and leading system-wide initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance, patient safety, and clinical excellence. Skilled in data analysis, process improvement (Lean-certified), and policy development, with a focus on evidence-based practice and healthcare innovation. Adept at balancing operational demands with compassionate, patient-centered care, and committed to advancing healthcare outcomes through strategic leadership and continuous learning.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist RN
Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula
02.2023 - Current
- Reduced infection rates by implementing evidence-based practices and guidelines in the healthcare facility.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Conducted thorough investigations into reported outbreaks, identifying sources, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular evaluations, feedback, and tailored coaching sessions.
- Served as a key liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and administration, fostering collaboration across all stakeholders.
Clinical Supervisor
Monterey Bay Vascular
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge and delivery of care.
- Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
- Reviewed charts weekly to complete quality control checks.
- Assist Director of Nursing with clinical staff performance evaluations.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Floor Nurse
Monterey County Sheriff's Office - Wellpath
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Stabilized Inmates suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Emergency Room Technician
Natividad Medical Center
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
- Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
International College of Health Sciences
Boynton Beach, FL01.2024
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Fremont, CA01-2020
Skills
- Patient and family advocacy
- Quick learner
- Strong clinical judgment
- Policy and Program Development
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Quality & Performance Metrics Monitoring
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Exp 12/2026
- Basic Life Support - Exp 11/2026
- Certified Infection Control
- Lean Certification
Timeline
Infection Preventionist RN
Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula
02.2023 - Current
Floor Nurse
Monterey County Sheriff's Office - Wellpath
06.2022 - 12.2022
Clinical Supervisor
Monterey Bay Vascular
01.2022 - 02.2024
Emergency Room Technician
Natividad Medical Center
03.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
International College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
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