Andrea Rodas
Riverside
Summary
Results-driven vascular access specialist with extensive experience in implementing CLABSI prevention measures and facilitating vascular access procedures. Known for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and providing comprehensive education for patients and healthcare staff.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vascular Access Specialist RN
Kaiser Permanente
Anaheim
06.2018 - Current
- Facilitated vascular access procedures across diverse healthcare environments.
- Educated patients on vascular access options and post-procedure care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Implemented CLABSI prevention measures to improve patient safety and minimize infection rates.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center
Riverside
09.2013 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and sedatives for interventional procedures to ensure patient comfort.
- Performed nursing assessments prior to procedures, documenting findings in medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients throughout procedure phases for improved experiences.
- Led training sessions for registered nurses on PICC line placement, increasing procedural proficiency.
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with cardiologists to facilitate diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Educated patients on pre-procedure preparations and post-procedure care guidelines.
- Evaluated access sites for signs of bleeding, hematoma, or swelling, ensuring adequate distal pulses.
- Executed post-procedure sheath removal, adhering to cardiac cath lab protocols for safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cal State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06-2010
Skills
- Vascular access techniques
- CLABSI prevention strategies
- PICC line placement and management
- Patient education and support
- Team training and development
- Ultrasound guidance skills
- Midline catheter insertion
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
Vascular Access Board Certification
Public Health Nursing License
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Vascular Access Specialist RN
Kaiser Permanente
06.2018 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Riverside Community Hospital
01.2018 - 06.2018
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center
09.2013 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cal State University San Bernardino
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