Beth Frizell RN MSN/INF
Hercules
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Facility RN
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center
San Quentin
05.2024 - 05.2026
- Delivered direct patient-centered care within a diverse med-psych clinical environment.
- Delivered intravenous fluids, medications, and treatments according to physician orders.
- Continuously assessed patient responses to interventions for effective treatment adjustments.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement safe individualized treatment plans.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses, certified nurse assistants, and additional staff members.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and upholding their rights and values.
San Quentin Correctional Facility RN
Legacy Staffing
Santa Clara
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flow, and assisted physicians with emergent co-consults across clinics
- Triaged medical requests daily from inmates and prioritized care according to protocol.
- Maintained staff safety during prisoner treatments by observing all security procedures and regulations.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new hires on best practices, policies and standards of care.
Field Specialist, Admissions
Suncrest Home Health and Hospice
Fremont
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Initial assessment and admission documentation for hospice patients
- Gathered medical history and information related to patients' treatment plan
- Coordinated services with physicians for comprehensive patient care.
- Recorded care information accurately and completely in electronic data system.
Contractor/Virtual RN
Medically Home
Vallejo
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Implementation of a virtual, and physical, care delivery model to enhance patient access to medical services at Kaiser.
- Integrated communication and monitoring technology in home care to improve patient safety and engagement.
- Manned a medical command center for effective community patient care delivery.
- Coordinated scheduling of infusion therapy, skilled nursing, medication delivery, laboratory, and imaging services for streamlined in-home care.
- Executed protocols for high-acuity care within patients' homes.
- Documented medication administration, vital signs, and assessments via tele-care to ensure comprehensive patient monitoring.
Director of Nursing/Staff RN/Advocate
oveRNight RN
San Francisco
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Supervised specialized post-operative nursing agency, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with clinical standards
- Coordinated patient care with surgeons and clinical staff to optimize treatment preparations and enhance continuum of care
- Led staff in delivering direct and indirect postoperative patient care in home or hotel settings, facilitating smooth recovery processes
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist
MarinHealth Medical Center
Greenbrae
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Identified discrepancies in health records and collaborated with physicians to obtain clarifying documentation
- Assessed medical documentation to ensure appropriate documentation of inpatient care
- Educated healthcare team on significance of accurate medical records and documentation
Clinical Business Analyst III
MarinHealth Medical Center
Greenbrae
01.2014 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with departments to deliver an electronic documentation system ensuring compliance with Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, CMS, and Meaningful Use/ARRA
- Assisted in implementation and ongoing maintenance of EMR to support clinical operations
- Tested updates and scenarios for EMR upgrade to ensure functionality and meet user requirements
Clinical Informatics Analyst
Doctors Medical Center
San Pablo
07.2012 - 12.2013
- Led super users and application build team, facilitating effective implementation and use of clinical systems
- Assessed EMR clinical applications, enhancing support for healthcare processes
- Evaluated quality eMeasures and ARRA reporting, ensuring compliance with TJC standards
Clinical Applications Project Manager/Analyst
Doctors Medical Center
San Pablo
10.2008 - 07.2012
- Project manager for an EMR conversion
- Led weekly EMR Task Force meetings with nursing leaders to track conversion progress and address challenges
- Educated staff to improve efficiency
PeriOperative Informatacist
Doctors Medical Center
San Pablo
03.2007 - 10.2008
- Project Manager for Perioperative/OR scheduling application
- Updated policies and procedures for six perioperative departments, enhancing compliance and operational consistency
- Streamlined policy and procedure viewing process, increasing accessibility for staff and improving adherence
PM Shift Supervisor
San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon
09.2006 - 03.2007
- Directed operations of 43-bed medical-surgical floor, ensuring optimal patient care and staff coordination.
- Facilitated patient care and improved the flow of patients through the facility
- Conducted thorough investigations of quality review reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Assistant Director PeriOperative Services
Doctors Medical Center
San Pablo
06.2005 - 09.2006
- Acted as interim director for four months, overseeing critical departmental functions and maintaining continuity.
- Led 70+ staff members and contract RNs to ensure effective departmental operations.
- Coordinated operations across two campuses during a six-month TENET divesting process, facilitating the transition from 'For-Profit' to West Contra Costa Healthcare District.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Doctors Medical Center
San Pablo
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Managed 20+ employees in PACU, Same Day Surgery, GI Lab and Pre-Admit Testing
- Coordinated staffing across all perioperative departments to ensure optimal coverage
- Facilitated staff reorientation and fostered team cohesion following resolution of eighteen-month RN strike
Patient Care Coordinator
Doctors Medical Center
San Pablo
10.2003 - 10.2004
- Led 22+ employees across P.A.C.U., Same Day Surgery, GI Lab, and Pre-Admit RN units, ensuring coordinated patient care delivery
- Coordinated communication between nursing staff and OR Director across two campuses, improving collaboration and operational flow
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling for multiple healthcare providers.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding treatment plans and follow-up care.
- Assisted patients with insurance verification and facilitated claim submissions.
FastStaff Travel Nursing
Staff RN
06.2002 - 09.2003
- Managed infusion therapies for patients
- Monitored patients in recovery unit
- Supported oncology team in delivering patient treatments
- Facilitated surgical preparations for patients
- Assisted in patient education regarding endoscopic care
Special Procedures RN
King's Daughters Hospital
Greenville
11.2001 - 06.2002
- Prepared patients for GI and bronchoscopy procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding of the process
- Administered conscious sedation and monitored patients before, during, and after procedures to maintain safety and comfort
- Assisted in various departments including ED, PeriOp, and ICU during staff shortages
Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse/RN Staff Nurse
Greenwood-Leflore Hospital
Greenwood
06.1996 - 10.2001
- Directed nursing operations on 32-bed medical/surgical unit, overseeing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Managed daily patient care for oncology, psychiatric, and medical/surgical unit, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to support patient needs.
Education
Master of Science - MSN Nursing/Informatics
University of Phoenix
San Jose, CA01-2012
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS01-1996
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
Delta State University
Cleveland, MS01-1989
High School Diploma -
Washington School
Greenville, MS05-1985
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Patient management
- Regulatory compliance
- Documentation oversight
- Allscripts and Paragon proficiency
- Epic and Cerner proficiency
- Microsoft Office applications
- Patient satisfaction improvement
- Hospice and palliative care
Certification
- RN license #605870
BLS (exp 4/2028)
R1 Mental Health Trainer
Nursing Led Therapy Group Trainer
Timeline
Correctional Facility RN
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - 05.2026
San Quentin Correctional Facility RN
Legacy Staffing
04.2022 - 05.2024
Field Specialist, Admissions
Suncrest Home Health and Hospice
06.2021 - 02.2022
Contractor/Virtual RN
Medically Home
08.2020 - 11.2020
Director of Nursing/Staff RN/Advocate
oveRNight RN
01.2020 - 11.2020
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist
MarinHealth Medical Center
11.2019 - 03.2020
Clinical Business Analyst III
MarinHealth Medical Center
01.2014 - 10.2019
Clinical Informatics Analyst
Doctors Medical Center
07.2012 - 12.2013
Clinical Applications Project Manager/Analyst
Doctors Medical Center
10.2008 - 07.2012
PeriOperative Informatacist
Doctors Medical Center
03.2007 - 10.2008
PM Shift Supervisor
San Ramon Regional Medical Center
09.2006 - 03.2007
Assistant Director PeriOperative Services
Doctors Medical Center
06.2005 - 09.2006
Clinical Nurse Manager
Doctors Medical Center
08.2004 - 06.2005
Patient Care Coordinator
Doctors Medical Center
10.2003 - 10.2004
FastStaff Travel Nursing
Staff RN
06.2002 - 09.2003
Special Procedures RN
King's Daughters Hospital
11.2001 - 06.2002
Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse/RN Staff Nurse
Greenwood-Leflore Hospital
06.1996 - 10.2001
Master of Science - MSN Nursing/Informatics
University of Phoenix
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Mississippi Delta Community College
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
Delta State University
High School Diploma -
Washington School