Open To Work
Cassandra Luttrell
Sacramento
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in high-acuity pediatric care. Expertise in advanced assessment and clinical decision-making enhances patient advocacy and team leadership. Champion of respiratory care best practices and clinical education, driving improved patient outcomes. CPR and PALS certified.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Clinical Support
Sutter Health
Sacramento
06.2023 - Current
- Direct patient care in pediatric medical/ surgical, pediatric hematology/ oncology, pediatric ICU and Neonatal ICU.
- Charge nurse trained in a high acuity fast paced environment.
- Administration and management of high-risk medications.
- Advanced assessment skills of patients 0-25 years of age.
- Management of central lines.
- Safe patient monitoring.
- Excellent time management.
- Telemetry monitors placement and monitoring.
- High flow oxygen administration and management.
- Chemotherapy administration.
- Respiratory champion.
- Tube feeding management.
- Nursing educator and preceptor.
- CLABSI champion.
- EPIC champion.
- Charge nurse trained.
- Joint Commission Audits.
- Reliability Coach.
Registered Nurse Pediatrics
Kaiser
Roseville
05.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care for pediatric patients, ensuring adherence to individualized care plans.
- Administered and managed high-risk medications, prioritizing patient safety and response monitoring.
- Monitored patient safety protocols, enhancing quality of care and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Delivered bedside patient care in a high acuity, fast-paced environment.
- Care plan development.
- Access and management of multiple central lines.
- IV starts and line management.
- Tube feeding placement management.
Registered Nurse Clinical Instructor
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered advanced nursing instruction to students in a clinical setting.
- Guided nursing students in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring adherence to clinical standards.
- Managed nursing students in clinical settings, fostering hands-on learning and patient care skills.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback, enhancing learning outcomes and clinical competencies.
- Oversaw student capabilities and patient interactions.
- Evaluated student assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Delivery of nursing instruction.
Registered Nurse Pediatrics
Sutter Health
Sacramento
07.2017 - 06.2023
- Direct patient care in pediatric medical/ surgical, pediatric hematology/ oncology, and pediatric ICU.
- Delegated tasks among staff members based on their qualifications.
- Administration and management of high-risk medications.
- Management of central lines.
- Chemotherapy administration.
- IV starts.
- High flow oxygen administration and management.
- Safe patient monitoring.
- Advanced assessment skills.
- Championed respiratory care best practices, improving patient outcomes in respiratory health.
- Tube feeding management.
- Led committee initiatives to enhance pediatric care protocols.
- Utilized strong time management skills to prioritize patient care tasks.
- Educated and mentored new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Partnership Council member.
- CLABSI champion.
- EPIC champion.
- Educated families on health management and post-discharge care procedures.
- Assisted in routine procedures, ensuring comfort and safety of young patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on pediatric care standards and best practices.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, therapists and dieticians to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
- Advocated for the rights and needs of pediatric patients, ensuring a child-friendly healthcare environment.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges effectively among healthcare teams.
- Supervised daily nursing operations and facilitated communication among team members.
Registered Nurse Adult Medical/Surgical
Kaiser
Roseville
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Administered and managed high-risk medications, monitoring patient responses to optimize safety and efficacy.
- Provided direct bedside care to high-acuity patients in fast-paced environment, ensuring timely interventions.
- Independent assessment and Care plan development.
- Access and management of multiple central lines.
- Performed intravenous line placements for patient hydration and medication administration.
- Administered wound care procedures to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Conducted continuous patient monitoring to ensure safety and prompt intervention.
- Prioritized patient care tasks through effective time management, facilitating efficient care delivery.
Registered Nurse Home Health
Advanced Home Health
Sacramento
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Autonomously provided patient care for patients of all ages in their homes.
- Administered and managed high-risk medications, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Independent assessment and Care plan development.
- Delivered comprehensive care for central lines, maintaining proper function and implementing infection control measures.
- Performed IV starts and conducted lab draws to facilitate patient treatment and diagnostics.
- Administered extensive wound care, including cleaning, dressing changes, and monitoring for infection.
- Facilitated diabetic management and education, empowering patients to effectively manage their condition.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sutter Health
Sacramento
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Floated among Pediatrics, High Risk Maternity, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Acute Medical Surgical, Bariatric Medical Surgical, Orthopedic, Cardiac Care, and Progressive Cardiac Care units.
- Provided comprehensive patient care across diverse clinical settings, ensuring tailored support for individual needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting autonomy and enhancing quality of life.
- Monitored patient safety to prevent accidents and maintain a secure care environment.
- Utilized effective time management strategies to prioritize patient care tasks.
- Executed telemetry monitor placement to facilitate continuous patient heart rate monitoring.
Care Center Lead
Sutter Health
Elk Grove
05.2011 - 07.2014
- Facilitated positive physician and staff relations to promote collaborative environment.
- Coordinated processing of insurance authorizations to ensure timely patient care.
- Managed staff and clinician schedules.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new staff.
- Addressed staff discipline issues to uphold workplace standards and enhance team cohesion.
- Facilitated staff meetings.
- Served as a mentor for EPIC software training among staff.
- Processed referrals.
- Set up and assisted with sterile procedures.
- Prepared and delivered annual performance reviews.
Education
Master's degree - Clinical Nurse Leadership
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA01-2022
Associates Degree - Nursing
American River College
Sacramento, CA01-2017
Skills
- CPR and PALS certified
- Certified charge nurse
- Certified APHON professional
- Clinical decision-making
- Assessment techniques
- Clinical education facilitator
- Patient advocacy
- Analytical reasoning
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified Pediatric Nurse
- Clinical Ladder Coach
- NRP Certification
- APHON Certification
Personal Information
Title: RN, MSN, CPN
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$110/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Registered Nurse Clinical Instructor
California State University, Sacramento
01.2024 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse Clinical Support
Sutter Health
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Pediatrics
Kaiser
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Adult Medical/Surgical
Kaiser
03.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse Home Health
Advanced Home Health
07.2020 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse Pediatrics
Sutter Health
07.2017 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sutter Health
01.2016 - 07.2017
Care Center Lead
Sutter Health
05.2011 - 07.2014
Master's degree - Clinical Nurse Leadership
University of San Francisco
Associates Degree - Nursing
American River College