Vickie Najera
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practioner-Certified
Fresno,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Nurse Practitioner position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
Fresno, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Registered Nurse
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
Fresno, CA
02.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Nurse Manager
Renaissance Surgery Center
Fresno, CA
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Surgical Nurse
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
Fresno, CA
10.2000 - 05.2017
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
ICU Nurse
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
Fresno, CA
06.2009 - 07.2009
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 08.2018 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA 01.2004 - 12.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA 08.1999 - 12.2003
Skills
Acute care expertise in Level One Trauma Center in Surgical services, Endoscopy, and Intensive Care Unit
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
02.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
08.2018 - 02.2022
Nurse Manager
Renaissance Surgery Center
07.2017 - 02.2019
ICU Nurse
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
06.2009 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Fresno
01.2004 - 12.2007
Surgical Nurse
Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
10.2000 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fresno City College
08.1999 - 12.2003
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