Dedicated professional skilled in providing exceptional care to patients within high-volume settings. Demonstrates professional development and clinical skills utilizing nursing process to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in collaborative, shared leadership environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
03.2025 - Current
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic kidney disease, helping them navigate complex medical information while maintaining hope for improved health outcomes.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care during dialysis treatments.
Reduced complications by accurately assessing patients'' needs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Educated patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health care.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize health outcomes while minimizing potential risks.
ER Registered Nurse
Adventist Hospital
11.2024 - 03.2025
Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
Increased efficiency within the triage system by prioritizing cases based on severity levels.
Developed strong relationships with colleagues across departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall patient care delivery processes.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail under pressure during busy shifts in the ER department.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, maximizing patient outcomes.
Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, providing critical support during emergency situations.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments, adhering to hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Staff Nurse
Sanford Health
06.2023 - 11.2024
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Counseled patients on lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Utilization Review Nurse
Carelon Global Solution
03.2022 - 05.2023
Identified opportunities for improvement within the utilization review process through data analysis.
Communicated with external partners such as managed care organizations or vendors on a regular basis.
Reviewed denial letters issued by insurance companies to ensure that they were appropriate and timely.
Monitored pre-authorization requests to ensure that all necessary information was received prior to approval or denial of services.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of health plan benefits, policies, procedures, regulations, coding guidelines.
Staff Nurse
Metro North Medical Center Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2020
Assisted physicians with procedures as needed during rounds or bedside examinations.
Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
Developed individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Bernardino General Hospital
05.2017 - 07.2019
Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Assisted in the preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge from the hospital.
Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.