Vivien Vanderlee
Westminister
Summary
Hard working Registered Nurse with 31 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, department operations and prior authorizations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs, daily assignmets and accurate patient information and medical records.
Overview
1
1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Discovery Health Services
02.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions and support.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of diagnoses, treatments, and preventive care strategies.
Admission, OR Circulating, PACU, Chart Review RN
Indio Surgery Center - Children's Dentistry
05.2010 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with dental professionals to develop individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
- Educated families on post-operative care and preventive measures to enhance patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted regular quality assurance checks to maintain high standards of care and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Prior Authorization Nurse
Monarch HealthCare
04.2007 - 04.2009
- Evaluated prior authorization requests for medical services, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation requirements and expedite approvals.
- Facilitated communication between patients, providers, and insurance companies to resolve authorization issues.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in handling authorization requests.
Clinical Instructor
All American Career College
08.2006 - 12.2006
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions using advanced medical equipment and techniques.
- Mentored and evaluated students to enhance clinical competencies and professional growth.
- Collaborated with faculty to ensure alignment of educational standards with industry requirements.
- Assessed student performance through practical examinations and continuous feedback.
- Streamlined assessment processes, improving efficiency in student evaluations and feedback mechanisms.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
Registered Nurse
John F. Kennedy Medical Center
02.2003 - 10.2003
Registered Nurse
Healthbridge Children's Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2000 - 02.2003
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cedar-Sinai Medical Center
10.1994 - 10.1999
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
10.1992 - 10.1994
Respiratory Therapy Biller and Nurse's Aide
Doctor's Hospital of Lakewood
01.1988 - 10.1992
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
The State of New York
Albany, NY07-2000
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA05-1988
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- High level of autonomy
- Health screening
- Medical records management
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified BLS, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Discovery Health Services
02.2021 - Current
Admission, OR Circulating, PACU, Chart Review RN
Indio Surgery Center - Children's Dentistry
05.2010 - 12.2019
Prior Authorization Nurse
Monarch HealthCare
04.2007 - 04.2009
Clinical Instructor
All American Career College
08.2006 - 12.2006
Registered Nurse
John F. Kennedy Medical Center
02.2003 - 10.2003
Registered Nurse
Healthbridge Children's Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2000 - 02.2003
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cedar-Sinai Medical Center
10.1994 - 10.1999
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
10.1992 - 10.1994
Respiratory Therapy Biller and Nurse's Aide
Doctor's Hospital of Lakewood
01.1988 - 10.1992
Associate of Science - Nursing
The State of New York
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Long Beach City College