Compassionate pediatric nurse with expertise in patient education, care plan development, and mentorship. Committed to enhancing community health outcomes through effective collaboration and resource management.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse IV
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Rosa
03.1990 - Current
Delivered direct patient care and monitored vital signs to ensure timely interventions in diverse healthcare settings.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Instructed patients on health management and wellness practices, contributing to improved health outcomes.
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Guided nursing students in patient care techniques and best practices.
Evaluated student performance during clinical rotations and provided feedback.
Mentored preceptees by modeling effective communication techniques with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Staff Nurse Pediatrics/Home Health Nurse
White Memorial Medical Center, Glendale Adventist
Los Angeles, Glendale
09.1985 - 03.1990
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Delivered compassionate care to pediatric patients, fostering trust and comfort during treatment.
Resolved patient care issues efficiently, enhancing overall patient experience and satisfaction.
Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA
03-1987
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA
12-1985
Skills
Pediatric nursing
Care plan development
Diabetes management
Patient education
Community health
Resource management
Mentorship techniques
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
Registered Nurse Public Health Nurse
Accomplishments
P.E.A.C.H Award, Everyday Hero and Daisy Award Recipient
Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff. Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures. Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses. Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients. at Szpital Powiatowy w LubartowieMonitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff. Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures. Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses. Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients. at Szpital Powiatowy w Lubartowie