Healthcare professional with strong background in post-anesthesia care. Successfully managed numerous patient recoveries, ensuring safety and comfort throughout process. Reliable team collaborator known for achieving positive outcomes and adapting to dynamic clinical environments. Skilled in patient assessment and pain management.
Work History
Registered Nurse Pre OP PACU
6 Years 5 Months
Medely | 01.2020 - Current
Monitored patient vital signs and recovery progress post-anesthesia.
Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize patient care plans.
Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
17 Years 10 Months
Kaiser Permanente | 04.2004 - 02.2022
Administered preoperative assessments and developed individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
Oversaw monitoring of patient vital signs and recovery progress following anesthesia administration.
Assessed patient outcomes to enhance discharge procedures and follow-up strategies.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal perioperative outcomes and patient safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
1 Year 11 Months
Temecula Valley Hospital | 07.2013 - 06.2015
Monitored patient vital signs and responded promptly to changes in condition.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
Mentored new nursing staff, promoting best practices in telemetry monitoring and patient care.
Registered Nurse, Primary Care
1 Year 5 Months
Kaiser Permanente | 08.2013 - 01.2015
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
9 Years 4 Months
Kaiser Permanente | 04.2004 - 08.2013
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University | Colorado Springs, CO | 01-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cal State University San Marcos | San Marcos, CA | 01-2010
Skills
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Medication and IV administration
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
EMR / EHR
Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2019 to present
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2019 to present
Certified Peri Anesthesia Nurse 2018
Registered Nurse in the State of California, License Number: 6566232
Registered Nurse Pre-op/Registered Nurse, PACU at North Suburban Medical CenterRegistered Nurse Pre-op/Registered Nurse, PACU at North Suburban Medical Center