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Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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GN Niere

Vacaville

Summary

Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Educator with extensive experience at California Department of State Hospitals, specializing in curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in innovative teaching strategies and mentorship, driving quality improvement and patient-centered care. Dedicated to empowering future nursing professionals through effective education and support.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
10.2018 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments integrating clinical, spiritual, and ethnic factors for personalized care.
  • Incorporated cultural awareness into patient care interventions to enhance sensitivity and effectiveness.
  • Reviewed treatment plans regularly to ensure alignment with patient needs and recovery goals.
  • Worked per diem, providing up to 24 hours of care each week in crisis unit.
  • Maintained adherence to Saint Mary's Medical Center philosophy in all nursing practices.
  • Engaged with diverse adolescent populations to promote healing and support.

Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Educator/Adjunct Faculty Member

California Department of State Hospitals- Napa
Napa
01.2018 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive orientation and annual training for new nursing staff on behavioral health and psychiatric practices.
  • Delivered structured classroom and hands-on lab instruction to up to 50 new employees monthly, enhancing onboarding processes.
  • Reviewed license renewal documentation and applications for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
  • Conducted curriculum research and developed teaching modules, improving educational delivery.
  • Mentored new nursing instructors, evaluating compliance with hospital policies and training standards.
  • Collaborated with faculty to review curriculum and construct course syllabi for Psychiatric Technician program.
  • Organized clinical experiences in partnership with agencies, facilitating diverse learning opportunities for students.
  • Conducted didactic and clinical instruction in geriatric nursing care for Certified Nursing Assistant courses.

Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor

University of San Francisco (USF)
Sacramento
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated with faculty to assess, instruct, and evaluate students in psychiatric nursing course.
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary learning experiences in virtual and clinical environments.
  • Oversaw clinical instruction in behavioral health unit at Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
  • Engaged in 16 hours of part-time work weekly, contributing to nursing education.

Forensic Psychiatric Registered Nurse

California Department of State Hospitals-Napa
Napa
05.2015 - 01.2018
  • Improved nursing care through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for forensic patient management.
  • Assessed patient needs and managed care plans, facilitating effective medication administration.
  • Intervened during incidents of disruptive behavior, maintaining safety within the unit.
  • Oversaw unit safety measures while supervising and assisting staff in crisis situations.
  • Mentored new nurses as a preceptor, enhancing team performance in Intensive Substance Recovery Unit.
  • Focused on recovery goals for patients committed for psychiatric treatment due to criminal behavior.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions within state psychiatric hospital framework.
  • Dedicated 40 hours weekly, plus up to 24 hours of overtime commitment.

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

West Hills Hospital
Reno
09.2014 - 04.2015
  • Delivered nursing care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for diverse client populations.
  • Coordinated with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and social workers to create effective treatment strategies.
  • Supported pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric clients during chemical detoxification processes.
  • Maintained a part-time schedule of 16 hours per week to address patient needs effectively.

Unit Manager/ Wound Nurse/ Ventilator Nurse

Regent Care Center
Reno
06.2013 - 04.2015
  • Directed daily operations of RNs, LVNs, and CNAs in compliance with facility regulations.
  • Reviewed department policies, procedure manuals, and job descriptions, recommending necessary revisions.
  • Managed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges per physician orders.
  • Performed wound care to residents with surgical, diabetic, pressure ulcer wounds and other skin conditions.
  • Completed and organized record-keeping forms to maintain accurate documentation.
  • Facilitated physician reviews of treatment plans to enhance patient care quality.
  • Analyzed accident and incident reports for safety improvements.
  • Evaluated medication and treatment cards for completeness and accuracy.
  • Conducted employee performance evaluations and determined shift staffing needs.

Assistant Professor- Associate Degree in Nursing

College of Central Florida
Ocala
10.2007 - 06.2013
  • Coordinated with teaching team to enhance learner development and engagement.
  • Supervised adjunct faculty, ensuring adherence to educational standards.
  • Participated in curriculum design and implementation for nursing programs.
  • Conducted assessments and evaluations to monitor student progress.
  • Facilitated program evaluation to identify areas for improvement.
  • Taught courses in Fundamentals of Nursing and Medical-Surgical Nursing across multiple platforms.
  • Maintained relationships with clinical agencies to support student placements.
  • Engaged in college and program committees to contribute to academic governance.
  • Dedicated 40 hours per week towards didactive, skills lab, clinical and online teaching.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Pulmonary Unit

Florida Hospital Ocala
Ocala
10.2007 - 11.2007
  • Executed comprehensive nursing processes in acute care settings, focusing on assessment and planning.
  • Worked collaboratively with medical pulmonary-telemetry unit staff to improve patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated hands-on orientation sessions for nursing education at College of Central Florida.
  • Dedicated 24 hours per week to part-time teaching role.

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
03-2024

Master of Arts - Medical-Surgical Nursing

Southwestern University
Philippines
05-2007

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The Visayas
Philippines
03-2004

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Clinical instruction
  • Behavioral health training
  • Patient assessment
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Clinical expertise
  • Staff development
  • Simulation training
  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Nursing procedures
  • Teaching strategies
  • Quality improvement
  • Patient-centered care
  • Educational program evaluation

Affiliations

  • Ultramarathoning
  • Trailrunning
  • Hiking
  • Homekeeping

Accomplishments

  • Graduated with Distinction. Master of Arts in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner Program
  • Nominee. Great 100 Nurses Class of 2013, Nurse Educator Category. Sponsored by the Florida Nurses’ Association.
  • Recognition Award for Master’s Thesis, Southwestern University.
  • Recognition Award for Research Presentation. Incidence and Predictors of Postoperative Pulmonary Complications after Abdominal Surgery. Philippine Nurses’ Association Regional Research Conference. Cebu City, Philippines.
  • Recognition Award. Top Twenty Board Examinee - Philippine National Nurses Licensure Examination. Awarded by the University of the Visayas.

Certification

  • Certificate in Basic Life Support/ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | American Heart Association | 2026
  • Basic Life Support/ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation by American Heart Association Exp July 2026 S
  • tate of California Registered Nurse License Number 95038620 expires Sept 30, 2025
  • State of California Nurse Practitioner License Number 95034058 expires Sept 30, 2025
  • State of California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number 95034058 expires Sept 30, 2025
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners FNP Certification Number F01250748 expires January 20, 2030

Languages

English
Professional
Tagalog
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor

University of San Francisco (USF)
08.2022 - 01.2023

Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
10.2018 - Current

Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Educator/Adjunct Faculty Member

California Department of State Hospitals- Napa
01.2018 - Current

Forensic Psychiatric Registered Nurse

California Department of State Hospitals-Napa
05.2015 - 01.2018

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

West Hills Hospital
09.2014 - 04.2015

Unit Manager/ Wound Nurse/ Ventilator Nurse

Regent Care Center
06.2013 - 04.2015

Assistant Professor- Associate Degree in Nursing

College of Central Florida
10.2007 - 06.2013

Registered Nurse, Medical-Pulmonary Unit

Florida Hospital Ocala
10.2007 - 11.2007

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

University of Phoenix

Master of Arts - Medical-Surgical Nursing

Southwestern University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The Visayas

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