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Sonia Rivas

Temple,TX

Summary

A hardworking, passionate, and motivated clinical manager seeking a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills who is committed to building integrated nursing teams and improving patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Acute Care Clinical Manager

Amedisys Home Health
04.2023 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Communicate effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
  • Collaborate with other departments to coordinate seamless patient care across various medical specialties.
  • Identify opportunities to improve clinical practices, devise strategies and implement plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that led to measurable improvements in patient satisfaction scores.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates by prioritizing discharge planning and effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices to inform ongoing improvements in clinical management strategies.
  • Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively to ensure sufficient staffing levels and availability of necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Oversaw hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of nursing staff, contributing to high-performing team environment.
  • Identified nurses' and staff training needs and devised training programs to close gaps.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations, new technology, and software.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Acute Care Clinical Nurse

Amedisys Home Health
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in patient's condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
  • Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
  • Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of compassionate and culturally competent care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
  • Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
  • Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
  • Assisted in developing continuing education programs, enhancing staff knowledge and skills in clinical practice areas.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall efficiency within the unit.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Trusted Health/ Navarro Regional Hospital
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Oversaw daily shift operations including managing staff schedules, coordinating patient assignments, and monitoring equipment maintenance needs.
  • Served as a clinical resource for staff members, answering questions related to policy, procedure, or practice.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Gained and demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

School Registered Nurse

Temple Independent School District
01.2018 - 11.2021
  • Oversaw health services for school of 400+ students and faculty.
  • Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
  • Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities by collaborating with teachers, counselors, and parents to provide individualized care plans to meet educational needs.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to school, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting vision, hearing, and scoliosis evaluations.
  • Improved student immunization rates through diligent record-keeping, communication with parents, and partnership with local healthcare providers.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Established strong relationships with parents; communicating about their children''s health needs regularly to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Served as a resource for faculty and staff. Organized professional development opportunities regarding student-specific medical conditions like diabetes, epilepsy, and asthma management as well as provide training sessions on first aid and allergy management.
  • Participated in development and implementation of emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
  • Coordinated school-wide emergency preparedness initiatives including CPR/AED certification classes along with disaster response drills.
  • Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of student medical records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Temple College
Temple, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Clinical/Patient safety
  • Managerial experience
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Compliance Oversight
  • Quality Improvement
  • Payroll administration
  • Team Meetings
  • Microsoft Office
  • Effective Communication
  • Team building
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Acute Care Clinical Manager

Amedisys Home Health
04.2023 - Current

Acute Care Clinical Nurse

Amedisys Home Health
12.2022 - 04.2023

Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Trusted Health/ Navarro Regional Hospital
11.2021 - 10.2022

School Registered Nurse

Temple Independent School District
01.2018 - 11.2021

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
01.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Temple College

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