Vanessa Aligno
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Sepsis Coordinator at Corpus Christi Medical Center with 6 years of quality experience and over 13 years of critical and emergency care experience, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and leadership. Expert in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in advanced nursing and effective communication, ensuring high-quality care delivery and improved healthcare team synergy. Results-driven coordinator successful in working with other nursing leaders to develop strong teams leveraging evidence-based data to improve nurse education and audit results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sepsis Coordinator
Corpus Christi Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
- Work closely with quality improvement teams to identify areas for improvement in sepsis management and develop action plans to address identified issues.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary team meetings in an effort to identify gaps in care and improve patient outcomes.
- Monitor compliance with evidence-based guidelines in order to maintain consistent quality of care for all patients diagnosed with sepsis.
- Enhance interdisciplinary collaboration by organizing regular meetings with senior leaders, providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in sepsis care.
House Coordinator
Corpus Christi Medical Center
06.2011 - 10.2018
- Complied with all regulatory requirements related to hospital care delivery and additional care provisions in house coordinator role for healthcare efficiency.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to address in-hospital issues after hours.
Emergency Room Nurse PRN
Corpus Christi Medical Center
06.2011 - 08.2015
- Continued to serve as additional support staff when needed while working full-time in House Coordinator role.
Emergency Room Core Charge Nurse
Corpus Christi Medical Center
03.2008 - 06.2011
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols while coordinated nursing care on unit, assisting providers and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering supportive and professional work environment and served as liaison between nursing staff, providers and management, fostering open communication among all parties involved in patient care.
Neuro ICU Nurse- Winter Contract
Valley Baptist Medical Center
10.2007 - 03.2008
- Utilized advanced nursing skills to manage complex neuro care, intravenous therapies, and other specialized interventions for Neuro ICU patients.
- Educated patients and families on neurological disorders, treatment options, and self-care strategies, promoting informed decision-making.
Trauma ICU Nurse
Christus Spohn Hospital- Memorial
12.2005 - 10.2007
- Expedited critical decision-making processes during emergencies by effectively communicating with other healthcare professionals under high-pressure situations with post-op CABG and trauma patients.
- Facilitated successful discharges from trauma ICU by coordinating patient transfers to step-down units or rehabilitation facilities as appropriate.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Dual Role Nurse Practitioner (FNP & AGACNP)
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi12-2005
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX05-2003
Skills
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Protocol development
- Effective Communication
- Clinical Leadership
- Process Improvements
- Metrics Tracking
- Clinical data collection
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner - [7/3/2023-7/2/2028]
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP - [8/16/2023-8/15/2028]
- BLS - [12/2023-12/2025}
- ACLS - [12/2023-12/2025]
Timeline
Sepsis Coordinator
Corpus Christi Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
House Coordinator
Corpus Christi Medical Center
06.2011 - 10.2018
Emergency Room Nurse PRN
Corpus Christi Medical Center
06.2011 - 08.2015
Emergency Room Core Charge Nurse
Corpus Christi Medical Center
03.2008 - 06.2011
Neuro ICU Nurse- Winter Contract
Valley Baptist Medical Center
10.2007 - 03.2008
Trauma ICU Nurse
Christus Spohn Hospital- Memorial
12.2005 - 10.2007
Master of Science in Nursing - Dual Role Nurse Practitioner (FNP & AGACNP)
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
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