Yvette Alaniz
McAllen,TX
Summary
Proven leader in healthcare, adept at process improvements and staff development, significantly enhancing clinical quality. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and fostering multidisciplinary team collaboration, I excel in optimizing patient care and confidentiality. My strategic approach to clinical leadership and education ensures high standards of service and operational excellence. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Clinical Coordinator
DHR Health
01.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with HR on hiring and onboarding staff, managing onboarding documents, and payroll oversight.
- Recruited, interviewed and made hiring recommendations for health services personnel.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
- Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
- Upheld quality assurance procedures to maintain patient safety and satisfaction.
ICU Nurse
DHR Health
07.2012 - 01.2020
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU
Valley Baptist Medical Center
01.2010 - 07.2012
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
EMT-P
Lifeline EMS
09.2008 - 01.2009
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
EMT-P
SOUTH STAR AMBULANCE
10.2003 - 09.2008
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Education
Bachelor Degree Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXAssociate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
South Texas College
Mcallen, TXSkills
- Process Improvements
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Progress Monitoring
- Medical Records Management
- Metrics Tracking
- Protocol adherence
- Patient confidentiality
- Records Management
- Clinical education
- Infection Control
- HIPAA
- Report Generation
- Patient Education
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- HIPAA compliant
- Staff Scheduling
- Data Compilation
- Clinical Leadership
- Staff Development
Accomplishments
- Earned "HERO Award" for Recognizing Neuro Change .
- Earned "Daisy Nomination " for Patient Care.
Certification
ENLS
BLS
ACLS
TCAR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leave401k match4-day work weekTimeline
ICU Clinical Coordinator
DHR Health
01.2020 - Current
ICU Nurse
DHR Health
07.2012 - 01.2020
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU
Valley Baptist Medical Center
01.2010 - 07.2012
EMT-P
Lifeline EMS
09.2008 - 01.2009
EMT-P
SOUTH STAR AMBULANCE
10.2003 - 09.2008
Bachelor Degree Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
South Texas College
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