Dynamic Registered Nurse with success in providing patient-centered care. Adept in communication, ensuring high quality care in diverse healthcare settings. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Primary Care
Kaiser Permanente
03.2025 - Current
Perform nurse clinic procedures including routine patient assessments/education, blood pressure checks, vaccinations, and wound care
Screen patients with appropriate protocols and implement care based on patient's symptoms
Handle patient messages via message management
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare staff to provide safe, patient-centered care
Registered Nurse- Telemedicine Specialist
Kaiser Permanente
04.2024 - 03.2025
Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care utilizing appropriate nursing protocols
Provided appropriate advice to patients, booked appointments, sent messages to providers, and consulted with call center physicians
Advocated for patients and promoted patient self-efficacy through preventative and health promotion information
Registered Nurse- Operating Room
Kaiser Permanente
03.2018 - 04.2024
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patients
Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards
Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment
Circulated and provided direct support to surgeon and surgical team to deliver safe patient care during operations
Precepted incoming nursing staff in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
Registered Nurse- Operating Room
LAC+USC Medical Center
11.2016 - 02.2018
Provided care to patients undergoing surgical intervention
Maintained a safe and sterile environment while adhering to hospital protocols, regulations, and infection control procedures
Circulated in a variety of surgical services including trauma, general, ophthalmology, urology, plastics, and orthopedic surgery
Demonstrated collaboration and effective communication with surgical team to ensure safety and quality of care to patients and their families
Registered Nurse- Observation
Olive View Medical Center
05.2016 - 11.2016
Provided direct care to patients with a variety of medical conditions including chest pain, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, and status post special procedures
Performed patient assessment and intervention as well as telemetry monitoring
Collaborated and communicated with members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and quality patient care
Provided education and support to patients and their families
Registered Nurse- Clinical Research
Lotus Clinical Research, Huntington Hospital
03.2015 - 05.2016
Communicated with the multidisciplinary team to provide safe and appropriate care to all study participants within the research unit
Safely administered study drug to participants per protocol guidelines
Ensured that all protocol-related procedures are complete and documented accurately
Maintained a high level of knowledge and understanding of all current protocol and clinical research procedures and guidelines
Lead Cashier
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
09.2006 - 09.2014
Ensured cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of work areas
Assisted with inventory and ordering
Trained new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration by working efficiently alongside management and coworkers
Provided client-centered service and built loyal clientele through friendly interactions and consistent appreciation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL
06-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA
Skills
Patient-Centered Care
Surgical Care (Intraoperative)
Phone Triage
Communication
Adaptability
Teamwork
Precepting
Electronic Heath Records (EPIC, Cerner)
Telehealth Platform (KPATHS)
Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse - California Board of Registered Nursing, July 2014
BLS - Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (Expires 12/2025)
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