Veronica R. Simpson
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished nursing professional with over 30 years of diverse clinical experience, specializing in vascular access, infusion therapy, and critical care. Currently serving as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator in a neurosurgical ICU, blending leadership, mentorship, and direct patient care. Recognized for compassionate care, strong team leadership, and a commitment to advancing nursing practice through education and evidence-based standards. Actively pursuing an RN-MSN degree to enhance leadership and educational impact within healthcare further.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Neuroscience Intensive Care
Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Lead and mentor nursing staff, overseeing daily operations and ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Develop and implement education programs for ICU staff, maintaining clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.
- Manage staff scheduling and resource allocation for optimal patient care delivery.
- Drive patient satisfaction initiatives and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Director of Infusion Therapy / PICC & Midline Insertion Specialist
P & A PICC
San Jose, CA
10.2020 - 11.2024
- Performed over 10,000 PICC and midline insertions across multiple acute care settings with a high success rate.
- Provided bedside vascular access in ICU, NSICU, CVICU, stepdown, med-surg, and telemetry units.
- Maintained accurate documentation and ensured optimal patient outcomes as a CRNI-certified specialist.
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Surgical Services
Regional Medical Center of San Jose
San Jose, CA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed scheduling and payroll for perioperative, presurgery, PACU, and endoscopy units.
- Oversaw the surgical process, education, and competencies of registered nurses and surgical technicians.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between hospital units.
ICU RN, Resource Nurse, Preceptor, Vascular Access/PICC Nurse
Regional Medical Center of San Jose
San Jose, CA
05.2016 - 01.2021
- Delivered comprehensive care to critically ill patients.
- Served as a resource nurse and preceptor, supporting staff development and high-quality care.
- Specializing in vascular access and PICC line management.
Home Infusion Nurse
Infusion of Care
San Jose, CA
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Administered IVIG, monoclonal antibodies, TPN, IV antibiotics, and other infusion therapies in patients’ homes.
- Conducted assessments, monitored vitals, and provided patient education on therapies and infection control.
Vascular Access/PICC Nurse
Vic the PICC
San Jose, CA
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Expertly inserted and managed PICC lines, collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize outcomes.
ICU Travel Nurse
Kaiser Santa Clara
Santa Clara, CA
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Provided critical care in a fast-paced ICU environment, implementing and evaluating nursing interventions.
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Health Care Medical Infusion Specialties
Ridgeland, MS
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Administered infusion therapies, including chemotherapy and biologics, monitoring safety and effectiveness.
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Infusion Partners/Bioscrip
02.2015 - 09.2015
- Delivered infusion therapies in clinics, homes, and ambulatory centers, collaborating on treatment plans.
Physician’s Office Nurse
Cardiovascular Services of Central Mississippi
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Assisted in cardiovascular procedures, assessments, and post-procedure care.
Cardiovascular Recovery RN
St. Dominic Hospital
Jackson, MS
03.2013 - 07.2014
- Recovered post-op open-heart surgery patients and served as preceptor and charge nurse.
Acute and Burn ICU Staff RN
Crossgates Riveroaks Medical Center
Brandon, MS
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Charge nurse and preceptor for acute and burn ICU patients, including pediatric and adult care.
Cardiovascular Recovery RN
Wesley Medical Center
Hattiesburg, MS
08.2011 - 07.2012
- Managed recovery of post-op open-heart surgery patients; charge nurse and preceptor.
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Burnham’s Vital Care
Moss Point, MS
01.2011 - 08.2011
- Provided infusion therapies and education in ambulatory centers and patient homes.
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Coram Specialty Infusion
Flowood, MS
07.2009 - 01.2010
- Administered infusion therapies and provided patient and staff education.
Director of Infusion Therapy
Sta-home Health and Hospice
Jackson, MS
01.2007 - 10.2008
- Coordinated infusion therapies across 42 counties and led staff education and quality management.
Acute ICU Staff RN
Crossgates Riveroaks Hospital
Brandon, MS
01.2007 - 10.2008
- Staff RN, charge nurse, and preceptor for adult ICU.
Emergency Department/PICC Nurse
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Jackson, MS
09.2000 - 01.2007
- Staff RN, preceptor, charge nurse, and vascular access specialist in acute care.
Staff RN
Wesley Medical Center
Hattiesburg, MS
03.1998 - 09.2000
- ICCU and ED staff nurse, charge nurse, preceptor, and relief supervisor.
Infusion Nurse
South Mississippi Home Health
Hattiesburg, MS
11.1995 - 03.1998
- Managed infusion therapies across multiple offices and collaborated with hospitals.
Emergency Department Staff RN
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
McComb, MS
10.1994 - 11.1995
Emergency Department RN
Charity Hospital of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
05.1994 - 10.1994
Education
RN to MSN - Leadership Program
Western Governors University
BSN & Post-Baccalaureate Certificate -
Western Governors University
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Nursing Pre-requisites -
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Arts (AA) -
Southwest Mississippi Junior College
Skills
- Vascular access & infusion therapy
- Critical care & ICU nursing
- Clinical education & staff development
- Regulatory compliance & quality management
- Patient advocacy & satisfaction initiatives
- Leadership
- Mentorship
- Team building
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Electronic medical records & documentation
Affiliations
Infusion Nurses Society (INS)
Certification
- Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
References
Available upon request
Credentials
- BSN
- RN
- CRNI
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Neuroscience Intensive Care
Good Samaritan Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Surgical Services
Regional Medical Center of San Jose
08.2023 - 04.2024
Director of Infusion Therapy / PICC & Midline Insertion Specialist
P & A PICC
10.2020 - 11.2024
Home Infusion Nurse
Infusion of Care
08.2019 - 10.2020
Vascular Access/PICC Nurse
Vic the PICC
09.2018 - 01.2020
ICU RN, Resource Nurse, Preceptor, Vascular Access/PICC Nurse
Regional Medical Center of San Jose
05.2016 - 01.2021
ICU Travel Nurse
Kaiser Santa Clara
01.2016 - 04.2016
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Health Care Medical Infusion Specialties
09.2015 - 01.2016
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Infusion Partners/Bioscrip
02.2015 - 09.2015
Physician’s Office Nurse
Cardiovascular Services of Central Mississippi
07.2014 - 02.2015
Cardiovascular Recovery RN
St. Dominic Hospital
03.2013 - 07.2014
Acute and Burn ICU Staff RN
Crossgates Riveroaks Medical Center
04.2012 - 09.2013
Cardiovascular Recovery RN
Wesley Medical Center
08.2011 - 07.2012
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Burnham’s Vital Care
01.2011 - 08.2011
Infusion Nurse Specialist
Coram Specialty Infusion
07.2009 - 01.2010
Director of Infusion Therapy
Sta-home Health and Hospice
01.2007 - 10.2008
Acute ICU Staff RN
Crossgates Riveroaks Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2008
Emergency Department/PICC Nurse
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
09.2000 - 01.2007
Staff RN
Wesley Medical Center
03.1998 - 09.2000
Infusion Nurse
South Mississippi Home Health
11.1995 - 03.1998
Emergency Department Staff RN
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
10.1994 - 11.1995
Emergency Department RN
Charity Hospital of New Orleans
05.1994 - 10.1994
RN to MSN - Leadership Program
Western Governors University
BSN & Post-Baccalaureate Certificate -
Western Governors University
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Nursing Pre-requisites -
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Arts (AA) -
Southwest Mississippi Junior College