Silvana javier
SAN LEANDRO,CA
Summary
Seasoned ICU nurse and clinical educator with a strong background in patient care, bedside procedures, and EHR documentation. Experience guiding nursing students, building collaboration, and reinforcing safe practice in fast-paced hospital environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Oakland, California
08.2003 - Current
- Administered IV medications, blood products, and continuous infusions safely
- Monitored ventilators, cardiac rhythms, and vital signs during critical events
- Documented assessments, treatments, and responses in electronic health records
- Educated patients and families on procedures, tests, and ICU care routines to promote understanding and alleviate anxiety
- Responded to emergencies, code events, and rapid changes in patient condition
- Coordinated patient transfers, admissions, and discharges with hospital care teams to ensure seamless continuity of care
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Provided pediatric critical care in UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland ICU, addressing complex patient needs and enhancing recovery
- Assessed unstable patients and updated care plans with interdisciplinary teams
Director of Medical Assisting Program
Peralta Community College District
Oakland, California
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Designed comprehensive curriculum enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Created innovative course materials aligning with industry standards and best practices.
- Facilitated partnerships with local healthcare facilities for student clinical placements.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for seamless clinical training experiences.
- Led collaborative initiatives to strengthen faculty and staff communication and cooperation.
- Implemented team-building activities to enhance workplace morale and productivity.
- Analyzed performance data to identify areas for student improvement and support.
Clinical Instructor
Peralta Community College District
Oakland, California
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Instructed nursing students during clinical rotations across Peralta Community College District partner sites.
- Supervised student performance using district clinical evaluation forms and competency checklists.
- Coordinated patient care assignments with facility staff and course objectives.
- Modeled safe practice, professionalism, and health care standards in clinical settings.
- Reinforced classroom concepts through bedside coaching and skill demonstrations.
- Documented student progress and shared feedback with faculty and site supervisors.
- Maintained compliance with district policies, clinical requirements, and site protocols.
- Guided students through communication, teamwork, and ethical decision-making in patient care.
- Assessed student competency levels through direct observation in the hospital setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05-2014
Skills
- ICU patient care
- Ventilator monitoring
- IV medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Code response
- Critical care nursing
- Patient assessment
Certification
- TCRN, PALS, BLS
Timeline
Director of Medical Assisting Program
Peralta Community College District
01.2018 - 01.2020
Clinical Instructor
Peralta Community College District
01.2011 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
08.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Dominguez Hills