Katrina Cornejo
Modesto
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 18 years of progressive experience in charge nurse leadership and direct patient care across GI, Oncology, Telemetry, and Med/Surg, specialties. Expertise in patient flow coordination, staff mentorship, and high-acuity care management. Recognized for strong critical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and commitment to delivering safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.
Charge nursing professional with focus on patient care and team leadership. Strong skills in clinical decision-making, patient assessment, and care planning. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork. Dependable in high-pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Experienced with managing nursing teams and overseeing patient care. Utilizes leadership and clinical expertise to ensure efficient and effective healthcare delivery. Track record of maintaining high standards in patient safety and quality care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse GI/Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Sylvan Surgery Center
02.2011 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to best practices.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize hospital flow and resource utilization.
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols to enhance patient safety and improve clinical outcomes.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical procedures and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care strategies based on evolving requirements.
- Managed emergency response efforts during critical situations, ensuring swift decision-making and effective team coordination.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Facilitated employee meetings, and ongoing education.
- Facilitated emergency evacuation drills for all staff including fire drills, code blue, bomb threats,chemical spill
Charge Nurse Oncology Tele/Med Surg
Memorial Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, ensuring patient safety during critical situations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance strategies.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical skills.
- Conducted routine assessments, documenting vital signs and changes in patient conditions.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that elevated patient care standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered chemotherapy and other treatments while monitoring patient responses.
- Managed symptom control and provided palliative care for oncology patients.
- Trained new staff on oncology-specific procedures and best practices.
- Assisted physicians in performing bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures for diagnostic purposes or therapeutic interventions.
- Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
- Participated in cancer-specific conferences or seminars as a representative of the oncology nursing team, networking with colleagues from across the nation while gaining valuable insights into innovative practices within the field.
- Administered medications and managed symptom control for terminally ill patients.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among nursing staff members based on expertise level or experience.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, maintaining a calm atmosphere for patients during critical moments in their care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN/ASN)
Modesto Junior College
01.2008
Skills
- Charge Nurse Leadership & Team Oversight
- GI & Endoscopy Procedures
- Oncology & Chemotherapy Safety (ONS Certified if applicable)
- Medication (IV,PO,IM, Intrathecal) administration
- Monitor patients Vital signs, perform glucose monitoring and performing necessary hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic protocol, perform nursing skills of care such as Foley catheter placement, nasogastric tube insertion management and tube feedings, drain monitor and care, PICC line and Lifeport access and care
- Telemetry & Cardiac Monitoring
- Med/Surg Acute & Post-Operative Care
- Patient & Family Education
- EMR/EHR Documentation (Epic, Cerner, etc)
- Rapid Response & Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement & Patient Safety
- Regulatory Compliance (Joint Commission, CMS)
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Calm and composed
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- HIPAA compliance
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient assessment
- Staff management
- Staff scheduling
- Direct patient care
- Quality improvement
- Staff education and training
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State of [State]
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy/Biotherapy
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Timeline
Charge Nurse GI/Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Sylvan Surgery Center
02.2011 - Current
Charge Nurse Oncology Tele/Med Surg
Memorial Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2025
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN/ASN)
Modesto Junior College