Taylor Rivera
Kansas City,Missouri
Summary
Empathetic and detail-oriented registered nurse with over 5 years of experience in providing acute care to patients in a perioperative setting. Collaborated effectively with a multidisciplinary team, resulting in improved patient outcomes and increased care coordination efficiency. Acted as a patient advocate by skillfully communicating needs and concerns to the healthcare team, leading to timely interventions and enhanced care. Enhanced communication through meticulous documentation and reporting, ensuring all team members were well-informed of patient progress and changes in care plans.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
The University of Kansas Health System
02.2019 - Current
- Served as clinical support person for operating room staff, surgeons, and ancillary teams
- Facilitated advancement and efficiency of department and service line
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff as a circulating nurse at a 792 bed facility specializing in orthopedic, general, urology, neuro/spine, breast, organ procurement, and robotic surgery, trauma in a Level 1 trauma facility
- Promoted patient advocacy as per hospital and AORN guidelines
- Reduced room turnover time by 30% through implementation of standardized breakdown, cleaning and set-up procedures as per AORN guidelines
- Oversaw & trained new graduate nurses through mentorship program
- Collaborated with department educators on establishing plans for orientation, maintenance of standard workflow, and staff competencies
- Assisted unit coordinators and nurse management with maintaining staffing levels that reflect surgical volume and patient acuity
- Revamped and implemented operating room and sterile processing workflow, decreasing waste and improving time and cost saving
- Reviewed and revised instrument sets, equipment, and supplies to provide best standards and quality of patient care and surgeon satisfaction while supporting cost-saving efforts for the health system and department
CNA
Shawnee Mission Medical/Advent Health
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Executed vital signs monitoring, bathing, meal distribution, finger stick glucose, emptying drains and documented promptly to ensure team environment for my nursing staff
- Selected for specialized training in the emergency department due to performance
- Collaborated with the nursing team to ensure safest and specialized care for every patient
- Adapted to many different units/environments as a float pool staff member skilled in ICU, oncology, emergency, med surg, and more
- Completed delegated tasks from RN in a caring, patient centered manner, while demonstrating critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills
- Maintained a clean and clutter free environment to High Fall Risk intervention and education to fall risk patients including rounding and answering call lights promptly to all patients on the unit
CMA
Country Place Senior Living
03.2015 - 12.2017
- Fulfilled role of certified medication aide and charge in 20 suite facility in responsible for maintaining daily ADL’s and medication administration
- Prepared facility for successful Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) surveys
- Documented patient care process, care plans, treatment, and interdisciplinary team collaboration according to facility policy
- Demonstrated leadership in overseeing facility operation during nurse absence, and enhanced communication and interpersonal skills through daily interactions with members of staff along with family communication
- Delegated tasks to CNA on staff to ensure daily operations of the facility would flow as intended to allow residents a consistent living environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Kansas
Kansas City, Kansas01.2018
Skills
- Clinical Knowledge of medical terminology and treatment protocols
- Critical Thinking and decision-making abilities
- Analytical Skills for data evaluation and assessment
- Attention to Detail in reviewing medical records
- Effective Communication with healthcare teams and patients
- Strong Interpersonal Skills for collaboration
- Problem-Solving abilities in complex scenarios
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and insurance policies
- Organizational Skills for managing multiple cases
- Technical Proficiency in EHR and utilization review software
- Empathy and Compassion in patient interactions
- Educational Skills for training staff and patients
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State Board of Nursing, KS license #14761o
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 12/2024
Electronicmedicalrecords
- Cerner
- EPIC
- Meditech
Timeline
RN
The University of Kansas Health System
02.2019 - Current
CNA
Shawnee Mission Medical/Advent Health
05.2017 - 02.2019
CMA
Country Place Senior Living
03.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Kansas
Similar Profiles
Charles NyamsabaCharles Nyamsaba
Desktop Support Specialist II at University Of Kansas Health System-Olathe HealthDesktop Support Specialist II at University Of Kansas Health System-Olathe Health
Justinne IgnacioJustinne Ignacio
Charge Nurse/Psychiatric Registered Nurse at The University of Kansas Health System, Health CampusCharge Nurse/Psychiatric Registered Nurse at The University of Kansas Health System, Health Campus
Amy ThomasAmy Thomas
LPN Office Nurse at University Of Kansas Health SystemLPN Office Nurse at University Of Kansas Health System
ANGELA HUNTERANGELA HUNTER
Patient Service Representative at The University of Kansas Health SystemPatient Service Representative at The University of Kansas Health System
Shautonja WoodsShautonja Woods
Assistant Director, Respiratory Care Services at Children’s Mercy HospitalAssistant Director, Respiratory Care Services at Children’s Mercy Hospital