Christine J. Cahill RN, BSN
Cameron Park
Summary
Committed healthcare professional with years of experience and compassion, delivering exceptional care to patients in surgical settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Advice and Triage RN
The Permanente Medical Group
Sacramento
11.2019 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
PACU RN
USPI Roseville Surgery Center
Roseville
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs, administered medications and managed pain control for post-operative patients.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists during patient recovery processes.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations.
PACU/Perioperative/Interventional Anesthesia, Staff RN
Kaiser: Garfield Surgical Center
San Diego
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Provided direct patient care in pre-operative and post-operative settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs during procedures requiring conscious sedation.
- Performed numerous diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, and catheterizations, according to established standards of practice.
PACU/Perioperative, Staff RN/Team Leader
Kaiser: Zion Hospital
San Diego
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Assisted in emergency situations by performing critical interventions promptly.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and hospital procedures effectively.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, surgical site care, and physician instructions to patients.
Clinical Supervisor
Mohave Home Health and Hospice
Bullhead City
01.2012 - 10.2013
- Supervised clinical staff to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss best practices for client care.
- Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT 09.1993 - 05.1995
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT 09.1990 - 01/1992
Graduate -
Davis High School
Kaysville, UT01-1987
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Patient assessment
- Patient/family education
Nursing License
California 612293
Timeline
Advice and Triage RN
The Permanente Medical Group
11.2019 - Current
PACU RN
USPI Roseville Surgery Center
03.2019 - 08.2020
PACU/Perioperative/Interventional Anesthesia, Staff RN
Kaiser: Garfield Surgical Center
01.2016 - 06.2018
PACU/Perioperative, Staff RN/Team Leader
Kaiser: Zion Hospital
10.2013 - 02.2016
Clinical Supervisor
Mohave Home Health and Hospice
01.2012 - 10.2013
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
09.1993 - 05.1995
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
09.1990 - 01/1992
Graduate -
Davis High School