Stephanie Lozano
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with over 15 years of experience seeking a Registered Nurse position within a reputable organization. Passionate about holistic patient care and committed to fostering an environment that promotes employee development and growth. Eager to contribute expertise and knowledge to a collaborative team, aiming to create positive and lasting impacts on patient outcomes. Proven ability to adapt in dynamic settings while maintaining high standards of care and compassion.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Pediatric Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2026 - Current
- Administered comprehensive patient assessments to identify individual care needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans for pediatric patients.
- Educated families on post-discharge care, medication administration, and health maintenance strategies.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices for pediatric care.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance patient safety and improve health outcomes.
- Advocated for children's health rights by participating in community outreach programs focused on preventive care education.
- Documented pediatric patient care to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
- Performed advanced clinical skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, and NG tube placement with precision and attention to detail.
- Administered medications safely, adhering to strict protocols while monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
- Educated patients and families on health topics, medications and treatments to increase understanding and improve health outcomes.
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Medical Center
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Provides patient monitoring from our virtual center in collaboration with onsite inpatient care team
- Monitors safety and quality of care measures to intervene and provide recommendations to the onsite clinical team
- Conducted thorough inspections of incoming materials to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming products to enhance overall quality assurance processes.
- Trained junior inspectors on inspection techniques and quality control protocols.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues and improve operational workflows.
- Maintained detailed records of inspections, findings, and corrective measures taken for audit purposes.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
RN Case Manager
Temma Contract Employee for Tricare Healthcare Alliance
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Apply knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
- Screen beneficiary needs and circumstances with predetermined
- Reassess and monitor beneficiary needs for appropriate continuity of care.
- Evaluate case management outcomes, assessing the individual beneficiary's satisfaction and compliance with the care plan.
- Support beneficiaries and families by providing community resource information and internal care referrals as needed to meet care plan goals.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress and response to treatment.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Advocated for patients' rights and access to necessary resources within healthcare systems.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Common Spirit Penrose Main Hospital
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2023 - 10.2025
- Regularly participate in Care Rounds or similar meetings, providing reports and updates to the care team, and collaborating on care plans and strategies.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and medication management.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and quality of care.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on unit procedures and best practices.
- Proactively engage with primary care providers and staff to identify high-risk members and collaborate on methods for successfully navigating members' care along the care continuum.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify needs and barriers to members' ability to manage their medical conditions and treatment plans.
- Promptly pursue appropriate medical and/or staff intervention to ensure problem resolution.
- Provide crisis intervention services when necessary
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and escalating concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Superior Health Plan Inc
McAllen, TX
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Assisted patients in navigating the healthcare system, coordinating specialty care, following up on test results, and addressing other care coordination needs.
- Applied critical thinking and analysis to evaluate outcomes for quality of care, promote patient-centered self-management goals, and achieve successful outcomes with a focus on reducing risk status and minimizing hospital and emergency room utilization for cost-effectiveness.
- Maintained awareness of state and federal requirements and guidelines to ensure compliance with required treatments.
- Collaborated with external case management programs and other interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and enhance patient outcomes.
- Conducted telephonic, face-to-face, or home visits as required, and performed ongoing monitoring of the care plan to evaluate effectiveness, document interventions and goal achievement, and suggest changes accordingly.
- Maintained an ongoing member case load for regular outreach and management, and promoted the integration of services for members, including behavioral health care and long-term services and supports, to enhance the continuity of care for Molina members.
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Evaluated patient needs and developed tailored interventions for chronic disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to increase efficiency in patient assessments and follow-ups.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring access to necessary services and support resources.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
RN Case Manager
Molina Healthcare
McAllen, TX
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
- Evaluated patient needs and developed tailored interventions to enhance health outcomes.
- Managed case documentation and maintained compliance with Tricare healthcare standards.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers for optimal care coordination.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflow efficiency in case management operations.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Epic Health Services
Edinburg, TX
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Engage in daily patient interactions, providing compassionate and personalized care.
- Monitor and record vital signs regularly to track patient health status.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
- Supervise and monitor dietary intake, promoting healthy eating habits and nutritional health.
- Address dental care needs, ensuring oral health is maintained.
- Assist with bathing needs, ensuring patient comfort and hygiene.
- Manage elimination needs, maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
- Provide range of motion exercises, promoting
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and care plans.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting vital signs and changes in health status consistently.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and care delivery processes.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
McAllen Medical Center
McAllen, TX
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Educated patients and their families about post-procedure expectations, ensuring they are well-informed and prepared.
- Assisted in the preparation and implementation of comprehensive patient treatment plans, contributing to the delivery of high-quality care.
- Ensured the proper maintenance and calibration of all medical equipment, guaranteeing its readiness and reliability.
- Provided assistance to physicians during cardiac procedures and delivered post-operative care, demonstrating a commitment to patient safety and recovery.
- Verified medication distribution schedules to ensure accuracy and adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Administered critical care treatments and medications to stabilize patients in life-threatening conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and interpreted clinical data to inform patient care decisions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for complex cases.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on ICU protocols and best practices for patient management.
Charge Nurse
McAllen Nursing Center
McAllen, TX
12.2014 - 03.2015
- Long term care facility
- Develop, coordinate, and implement comprehensive patient care plans with medical and clinical staff.
- Administer medications, perform vital sign checks and medical procedures, and provide therapeutic treatments such as range-of-motion exercises and massage.
- Operate medical equipment, monitor and assess patient status, and record patient information in medical records
- Assist patients with daily tasks such as bathing and dressing.
- Offer education and emotional guidance for patients, families and caregivers.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
High Point Home Health
Mission, TX
05.2011 - 11.2014
- Conducted thorough quality reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Analyzed product performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Implemented corrective action plans based on audit findings to mitigate risks effectively.
- Mentored junior examiners, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Conducted risk assessments as part of ongoing efforts to proactively mitigate potential threats to product integrity and safety.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Supported new product development efforts by establishing robust design controls, ensuring high-quality outcomes from the outset.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governor University
05-2023
Associate Degree - Nursing
South Texas College
12-2014
Skills
- Chart documentation
- Family-centered care
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Patient observation
- Immunization administration
- Medication administration
- Behavior management techniques
- Health assessments
- Coordinating referrals
- Infection control practices
- Care plan development
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Chronic disease management
- Discharge planning
- HIPAA compliance
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Care coordination
- Home care management
- Utilization review
- Clinical assessment
- Case evaluation
- Community resources
- Quality improvement
- Healthcare regulations
- Case management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- ICD-10
- EMR / EHR
- Delegation and motivation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Member of the National Society of Leadership March 2022 – Present
- Present Member of Sigma Theta Tau April 2022- Present
- Present Registered Nurse (RN) - December 2014 – Present
- 3 Daisy Awards
- BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) December 2025- Present
- Compact Licensure and an Endorsement to work in Colorado.
- Pending Testing for TNCC 2026
Timeline
Medical Surgical Pediatric Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
02.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Medical Center
10.2025 - 12.2025
RN Case Manager
Temma Contract Employee for Tricare Healthcare Alliance
03.2025 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Common Spirit Penrose Main Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Superior Health Plan Inc
02.2019 - 09.2021
RN Case Manager
Molina Healthcare
10.2016 - 06.2018
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
McAllen Medical Center
01.2016 - 07.2016
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Epic Health Services
04.2015 - 08.2016
Charge Nurse
McAllen Nursing Center
12.2014 - 03.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
High Point Home Health
05.2011 - 11.2014
Associate Degree - Nursing
South Texas College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governor University