Jacqueline Tellechea
Lakewood
Summary
Dedicated Psychiatric Nursing Professional with extensive experience in mental health care and emergency response. Expertise in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and advocacy, ensuring comprehensive care in dynamic environments. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
College Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
- Administered patient care plans and medications in compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Monitored vital signs, documented changes, and reported significant findings to physicians.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
Student Nurse Med Surg/Tele
College Medical Center
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Monitored patient vitals to ensure prompt identification of health status changes.
- Administered compassionate patient care, fostering a supportive environment for recovery and comfort.
- Conducted Accu checks to accurately assess and manage blood glucose levels for patients.
- Reported any abnormalities in patient findings to the registered nurse for immediate intervention.
- Documented vital signs, intake/output, and daily weights to maintain comprehensive patient records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in educating patients on health management and recovery processes during care transitions.
Manager
Knott's Berry Farm
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Managed a team of 120 employees, ensuring effective collaboration and high morale.
- Oversaw scheduling for staff, optimizing shifts to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
- Coordinated ordering of supplies and food, maintaining inventory levels to prevent shortages.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and minimizing waste.
- Handled payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for all employees.
- Directed daily restaurant production, maintaining compliance with corporate quality standards and protocols.
- Addressed guest concerns promptly, enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering positive dining experiences.
- Implemented training programs for staff, improving service skills and operational knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
West Coast University
01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Cell Biology
California State University
Long Beach01.2021
Skills
- Work well under high stress environments
- Mental health evaluation
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation techniques
- Safety planning
- Suicide prevention
- Discharge planning
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Substance abuse treatment
- Care team collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- BLS – 2022
- Hospital Fire Safety – 2022
- Seal of Biliteracy – 2014
- Registered Nurse license – Oct 2024
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Clinical Experience
- Fundamentals (90 hours)
- Med Surg I - Tustin Rehabilitation Center (135 hours)
- Mental Health – Aliso Ridge Behavioral Hospital (90 hours)
- Med Surg II – South Post-Acute (135 hours)
- OB - St. Josephs Orange County (67.5 hours)
- Pediatrics - St. Linus Elementary (67.5 hours)
- Public Health – Project Access Santa Ana (135 hours)
- Critical Care – Lakewood Medical Center ICU (135 hours)
- Integrations – College Medical Center Long Beach ICU (135 hours)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
College Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Med Surg/Tele
College Medical Center
07.2023 - 10.2024
Manager
Knott's Berry Farm
01.2015 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Cell Biology
California State University
Bachelor of Nursing -
West Coast University