Accomplished Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurse seeking an adjunct position as a clinical instructor. Gifted in instructing students about proper patient care according to policies, procedures, standards and evidence-based practice.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Case Manager
Blue Shield of California
05.2024 - 10.2025
Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans for pediatric patients, ensuring comprehensive support across multiple services.
Assessed patient needs and developed tailored interventions to enhance health outcomes and family engagement.
Educated families on available programs and services, promoting effective navigation of healthcare systems.
Monitored patient progress through regular follow-ups, adjusting care plans based on evolving needs and challenges.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to facilitate timely access to necessary resources and services for children.
Conducted thorough assessments of new referrals, ensuring prompt assignment to appropriate case managers or specialists.
Provided education to family members on various health topics, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their child''s care.
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
05.2010 - 05.2024
Participated in quality improvement activities related to NICU processes and outcomes.
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Evaluated and monitored progress of 1-2 nursing students per semester to promote positive outcomes.
Acted as patient advocate and implements total patient care through team nursing process.
Educated and mentored student nurses and new grads through direct observation and hands-on care of the neonate.
Conducted evaluations of student performance, provided feedback and guidance on areas of improvement.
Upheld patient safety standards by supervising students during medication administration.
Communicated students' individual and group performance to lead faculty.
Provided guidance to junior nurses regarding best practices for caring for premature infants.
Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA
05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA
05.2010
Skills
Facilitated patient advocacy efforts to ensure access to necessary medical resources
Implemented rapid response protocols during emergency interventions to stabilize and support affected individuals
Facilitated emotional support sessions to enhance mental well-being and resilience
Provided guidance and mentorship to foster professional development and skill enhancement
Coordinated interdisciplinary teamwork to streamline healthcare operations and improve service quality
Implementation Manager, Consultant at California Physicians Services - Blue Shield of CaliforniaImplementation Manager, Consultant at California Physicians Services - Blue Shield of California