Heather Silva BSN, RN
Huntington Beach
Summary
Registered Nurse with more than 27 years of progressive nursing experience spanning emergency, medical-surgical, perioperative, home health, infusion therapy, leadership, and nursing education. Experienced as a charge nurse, preceptor, clinical instructor, and patient advocate with a strong commitment to evidence-based care, patient safety, and mentoring future nurses.
Currently completing a Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Nursing Education (expected December 2026). Recognized for strong clinical judgment, compassionate patient care, collaborative leadership, and effective communication with patients, families, students, and interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN INSTRUCTOR
CNI College
Garden Grove
10.2025 - Current
- Precepted nursing students during clinical rotations, enhancing their practical skills and professional development.
- Evaluated instructional materials and methods to ensure compliance with current healthcare regulations and best practices, improving educational quality.
- Conducted research on emerging trends in nursing education, influencing curriculum updates and instructional approaches within the institution.
- Maintained current knowledge of clinical protocols and developments to effectively support students as a trusted informational resource.
RN
Providence Home Health
Orange County
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Registered Nurse Case Manager. Coordinated comprehensive care plans for home health patients, leading to a reduction in hospital readmissions.
- Assessed patient needs and developed personalized care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, therapists, and family members.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options, promoting self-management and independence.
- Utilized electronic health records (EPIC) to document patient care and ensure continuity across settings.
RN
Soleo Health
Inglewood
09.2023 - 10.2024
- IV infusion nurse. Administer IV and IG medications through peripheral, SQ, PICC line, and port-o-cath methods. Perform PICC line dressing changes and follow SASH protocol. Excellent IV skills.
- Developed individualized care plans addressing each patient's unique needs to enhance clinical outcomes.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options, and disease management for informed decision-making.
RN
Corona Regional Medical Center
Corona
01.2018 - 09.2023
- Implemented safety protocols and maintained compliance with health regulations.
- Developed training programs for new nursing staff and enhanced team skills.
- Collaborated with surgeons to optimize surgical procedures and patient outcomes.
- Supervised perioperative nursing staff and ensured quality patient care.
RN
Nightingale Nursing
Boca Raton
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Travel Nursing position. Worked in busy Med-Surg during COVID outbreak.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with quick assessment and intervention.
RN
Medely
Irvine
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
LVN
Medpost Urgent Care
Costa Mesa
04.2014 - 10.2016
- Treated patients of all ages, from infant through geriatric.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices in urgent care settings.
PER DIEM LVN
03.2006 - 02.2014
- Provided assistance at a wide range of medical facilities, ranging from hospitals and urgent care clinics to multi-specialists' offices
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
Harbor City
03.1999 - 01.2006
- Assisted physicians with intubation, chest tube management, and central line insertion to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.
- Conducted triage and rapid assessment to evaluate patients and prioritize care effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize individualized patient care.
- Addressed patient requests with clinical and personal support.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA06-2015
L.V.N. Certification - Nursing
American Career College
Los Angeles, CA06-1997
Skills
- Nursing instruction
- Patient education strategies
- healthcare expertise
- Assessment skills
- Emergency response
- Health education
- Mentoring students
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Professional development
Certification
- CA RN License with Bachelors degree
- BLS
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Languages
- Spanish, Professional Working
- English, Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN INSTRUCTOR
CNI College
10.2025 - Current
RN
Providence Home Health
10.2024 - 10.2025
RN
Soleo Health
09.2023 - 10.2024
RN
Nightingale Nursing
12.2020 - 03.2021
RN
Corona Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 09.2023
RN
Medely
12.2017 - 12.2018
LVN
Medpost Urgent Care
04.2014 - 10.2016
PER DIEM LVN
03.2006 - 02.2014
LVN
Kaiser Permanente
03.1999 - 01.2006
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
L.V.N. Certification - Nursing
American Career College