Vanessa Santiago, MSN, RN, APRN
Downey,CA
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 5+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to patients of all ages. Knowledgeable about pre-operative, post-operative and emergency care requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs. Motivated to learn, grown and excel in nursing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
IMA Group
05.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive physical exams and review medical records to assess claimants' disabilities.
- Analyze and interpret diagnostic tests required for disability claims.
- Assess impact of medical conditions on claimants' abilities to perform activities of daily living.
- Accurately document exam findings and complete required Washington state disability forms.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines, maintaining patient confidentiality, and staying updated on relevant medical guidelines.
- Collaborate with administrative staff to ensure accurate and timely completion of exams.
Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood
05.2022 - Current
- Discuss care plans with patients and explain test results and proper use of medications.
- Educate patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Assess patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Educate and guide patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Use Athena Health to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
- Perform patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Support patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
- Adhere to medical center's procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
- Appropriately diagnose and treat variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Nurse Practitioner
NaphCare
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Ensured continuity of care through effective communication with healthcare providers during inmate transfers or hospitalizations.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Assisted in reducing overall recidivism rates within the facility through participation in rehabilitative programs designed to address substance abuse issues among incarcerated individuals requiring detoxification or withdrawal management support services
- Improved medical record accuracy through diligent documentation of inmate health assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through active listening, empathy, and timely resolution of grievances or concerns expressed by inmates regarding their healthcare experience.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse, GI Department
Kaiser Permanent Downey Medical Center
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Verify patient's identity and procedure.
- Review consent forms with patient and answer patient’s questions relating to GI procedures.
- Protect patient from injury by performing individualized risk assessments and communicating patient's current status to appropriate parties throughout continuum of care.
- Record baseline hemodynamic status: vital signs; Blood Pressure, EKG monitoring, oximetry readings and documentation of such on pre-operative record and notify team of abnormal findings.
- Update patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitor patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity during post-operative period.
- Monitor post-operative patients' levels of consciousness.
- Educate patients and their families on post-surgery care, as well as answer questions during recovery from anesthesia/sedation.
Registered Nurse Consultant
Momentum Pediatric Therapy Network
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided initial review of children's files for Early Head Start Children.
- Collaborated with Early Head Start Educators and Management in delivery of services to children, families and staff.
- Provided and assist with trainings in area of health services.
- Supported with monitoring and follow-up services in program.
- Provided ongoing consultation to staff and families to individualize services as needed.
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Emerald Health Services
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Provided initial assessment and safe care to stabilize patients in fast-paced, 30-bed Level II trauma center.
- Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
- Observed and recorded vital signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patients.
- Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plans.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrate efficient, skilled medical care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Registered Nurse
The Hydration Room
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed care of 20 patients daily from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via IV and monitor responses.
- Consulted and coordinated with Hydration Room MD on standing orders to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient IV or injection therapy plans.
- Instructed individuals on topics such as health education and general preventative health measures such as diet and exercise.
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and health records
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Maintained safe, secure and clean environment for customers.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanent Downey Medical Center
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated patients and answered questions about their health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Cared for patients in 80-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Francis Medical Center
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action in 30-bed ER.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, thoracic trauma, and cardiac arrests.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Provided direct nursing care to pediatric, adult and elderly patients presenting with different acuity levels and complaints.
- Prioritized, delegated and supervised work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities.
- Provided orientation and training to new employees.
- Assumed role as Charge Nurse in supervising and supporting nursing staff to achieve maximum performance and optimal patient care in 12-bed ER.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University
Boston, MA05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.2016
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Patient Care
- Managed Care
- Treatment Planning
- Critical Care
- Intravenous Therapy
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Triaging
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Care
- Patient Information Collection
- Perioperative Care
- EMR / EHR
- Disease Management
- Health Education
Clinical Rotations
- Ironstone Medical Clinic Inc. Riverside, CA. Urgent Care/Primary care clinic setting. Completed 384 hours of clinical work in an urgent care and primary care setting. Assessed and treated patients of all ages, from the pediatric population to the elderly population, who presented to the clinic for different complaints.
- Anabi Medical Corp. Pomona, CA. Primary care clinic setting. Completed 70 hours of clinical work in a primary care setting. Assessed and treated adults and older adults who presented to the clinic for follow-up appointments.
- Rapid Care Urgent Care. Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Urgent care and primary care clinic setting. Completed 184 hours of clinical work in an urgent care/primary care setting. Assessed and treated pediatric to older adults who presented with acute complaints and follow-up care.
Certification
- Emergency nursing Pediatric Course Provider (ENPC). Emergency Nurses Association. Exp: 11/2022.
- Trauma Nursing Core Course Provider (TNCC). Exp: 11/2022.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider (ACLS). American Heart Association. Exp: 01/2024.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider (PALS). American Heart Association. Exp: 09/2022.
- Basic Life Support- Healthcare Provider (BLS). American Heart Association. 07/2023.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
NaphCare
12.2023 - 03.2025
Nurse Practitioner
IMA Group
05.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood
05.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Emerald Health Services
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, GI Department
Kaiser Permanent Downey Medical Center
08.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
The Hydration Room
05.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse Consultant
Momentum Pediatric Therapy Network
09.2020 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kaiser Permanent Downey Medical Center
06.2019 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Francis Medical Center
02.2018 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital
09.2016 - 02.2018
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Los Angeles
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