Justina Catania
La Verne
Summary
Registered Nurse specializing in individualized patient assessments, medication management, and care coordination. Proven track record in enhancing patient access and service capacity while addressing physical, mental, and substance use needs. Strong commitment to delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, MAT Expansion Coordinator
Social Model Recovery Systems
09.2023 - Current
- Developed structures and procedures for in-house appointments, enhancing access to MAT and mental health medications.
- Expanded capacity to accommodate more residents at each location through program practitioners.
- Assisted in growing IMS services from 2 to 6 locations, increasing service availability.
- Provided ongoing training to agency staff, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff on policies, withdrawal monitoring, health risks, and care standards.
- Supported agency objectives through nursing assessments and management of withdrawal services.
- Strengthened structure and sustainability of IMS services across 6 residential locations.
Registered Nurse, Neuro Trauma
Loma Linda Medical Center
10.2020 - 09.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting significant changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Managed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently to optimize care flow.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations accurately and swiftly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured a safe environment by adhering strictly to infection control policies.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting core rights, values, and beliefs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Ontario, CA06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA04-2016
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- Care coordination
- Clinical assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Health education
- Problem solving
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Withdrawal management
- Quality assurance
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Care Life Support
- Registered Nurse, BRN 95225509
Timeline
Registered Nurse, MAT Expansion Coordinator
Social Model Recovery Systems
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neuro Trauma
Loma Linda Medical Center
10.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Azusa Pacific University