Simran Kaur
Roseville,CA
Summary
Compassionate and clinically skilled Registered Nurse with experience in skilled nursing, hospice admissions, and patient care coordination. Strong background in clinical assessment, Interdisciplinary collaboration and management of medically complex patients. Demonstrated ability to prioritize care, address acute changes in condition, and provide patient centered education. Known for exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and unwavering reliability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Auburn Oaks Care Center
Auburn, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Performed clinical rounds to evaluate patient conditions and ensure quality care delivery.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Collaborated with the Director of Nursing on strategic planning, setting goals, and objectives for the nursing department and monitoring progress towards these targets.
- Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and compliance.
Hospice Admissions Nurse
Suncrest Hospice
Sacramento, CA
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine hospice eligibility.
- Maintained accurate documentation of admission assessments, individualized care plans, and ongoing updates in electronic health records.
- Provided compassionate support to families in crisis situations, guiding them through complex decision-making regarding their loved ones' end-of-life care options.
- Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to expedite appropriate hospice referrals and admissions.
- Optimized resource allocation by working closely with case managers to determine appropriate levels of care based on patients' needs and clinical factors.
RN Supervisor
Auburn Oaks Care Center
Auburn, CA
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervised and coordinated daily workflow for CNAs and LVNs during assigned shifts, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality patient care in a skilled nursing and post acute setting.
- Responded promptly to acute clinical changes and emergency situation, providing leadership, clinical guidance and escalation of care when necessary.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management, catheter insertion, airway management, IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Served as a resource nurse for staff, addressing clinical questions, resolving workflow challenges, and supporting adherence to best practice standards.
LVN Charge Nurse
Auburn Oaks Care Center
Auburn, CA
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, progress, and care interventions for informed decision-making among healthcare professionals..
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Conducted regular assessments of resident health status, facilitating timely interventions and adjustments to care plans.
LVN Floor Nurse
Rock Creek Care Center
Auburn, CA
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient compliance and safety.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Conducted assessments of resident conditions, implementing timely actions based on clinical findings.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Ontario, CA11-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA05-2020
Diploma - LVN
Carrington College California - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA12-2019
High School Diploma -
Woodcreek High School
Roseville, CA05-2016
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Medication administration & IV Therapy
- Wound care & Skin management
- Admission & Discharge Coordination
- Care planning & Documentation (EHR/PCC)
- Patient & Family Education
- Infection Prevention
- Hospice & End-of-Life Care
- Emergency Response & Clinical Prioritization
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- RN- CA 95318375
- Skin Wound Ostomy certification
- ACLS and BLS certification
Languages
Hindi
Punjabi
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Auburn Oaks Care Center
11.2024 - Current
Hospice Admissions Nurse
Suncrest Hospice
03.2024 - 11.2024
RN Supervisor
Auburn Oaks Care Center
02.2023 - 08.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Auburn Oaks Care Center
10.2020 - 12.2022
LVN Floor Nurse
Rock Creek Care Center
05.2020 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sierra College
Diploma - LVN
Carrington College California - Sacramento
High School Diploma -
Woodcreek High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University