Juanita R. Arauz
South Gate
Summary
I am here to help leaders within the medical or mental health organizations to create positive and lasting change by advancing the integration of skills and strengths which prioritize the resiliency and well-being of all individuals. With a strong foundation in nursing concepts and a desire for excellence, I look to serve our community by integrating safe, holistic, and patient-centered care in order to achieve positive change, resiliency, and lasting well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Starview Behavioral Health
Long Beach
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Admissions and Discharges
- Task delegation to various departments
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver personalized healthcare services, improving patient satisfaction and care quality
Registered Nurse
College Medical Center
Hawthorne
01.2024 - Current
- Admissions and Discharges
- Daily assessments and progress Notes
- Administering medication and treatments
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Starview Behavioral Health
Long Beach
11.2018 - 01.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with medical protocols and enhancing continuity of care.
- Administered medications following safety protocols and physician orders.
- Trained new staff on procedures, policies, and best practices in patient care.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
Behavior Specialist/ Mental Health Worker
College Hospital Cerritos
Cerritos
08.2009 - 03.2017
- Implement behavior intervention plans under the supervision of BCBA to clients under the autism spectrum, with mental health issues and other developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with Regional Center Coordinators and Social Workers.
- Facilitated two groups daily with different topics, including anger management, relaxation techniques, effective coping, choreography and social activities.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on effective behavior management techniques.
- Provided support to families in understanding behavioral challenges and strategies.
- Utilized data analysis tools to track client progress and refine interventions.
- Provided crisis management support for patients exhibiting challenging behaviors.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
American Career College
09.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
American Career College
04.2017
Skills
- Effective time management skills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Interpersonal skills
- Active listening
- Empathy and Compassion
- Adaptability
- Compassion and empathy
- Clinical expertise
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Crisis intervention
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Bi-lingual in english and Spanish
- Leadership and Advocacy
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 11/23 - 11/25
- Basic Life Support Certification, 10/23 - 10/25, C3DC7D
- Associates Degree in Nursing, 12/21 - 09/23, Registered Nursing License #95355862
- Vocational Nurse License, 04/17 - 08/18, Vocational Nurse License # 700558
Timeline
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Starview Behavioral Health
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
College Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Starview Behavioral Health
11.2018 - 01.2024
Behavior Specialist/ Mental Health Worker
College Hospital Cerritos
08.2009 - 03.2017
Associate Degree - Nursing
American Career College
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
American Career College