Results-driven Registered Nurse with over 25 years in nursing. Proficient in developing individualized care plans and conducting training sessions. Focused on fostering teamwork and ensuring adherence to infection control protocols for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda University Health Care
Loma Linda
04.1999 - Current
Guided nursing staff and patient care assistants in effective medication administration techniques.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.
Conducted continuous training sessions on vital signs monitoring and assessments. Coordinate Skills Day for staff.
Facilitated development of individualized care plans for patients, improving personalized care.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to support teaching for staff.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
Implemented infection control protocols across the unit.
Facilitated staff training sessions on best practices.
Managed scheduling to optimize nurse coverage and resources.
Evaluated and resolved patient care issues promptly.
Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and policies.
Conducted weekly meetings with staff to review safety policies, discuss new developments in the field, and address any issues or concerns.
Facilitated monthly educational sessions for nursing staff on topics such as infection control protocols or emergency response procedures.
Ensured compliance with all applicable federal and state laws governing health care delivery systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
06-1999
Skills
Medication administration
Infection control protocols
Nursing staff supervision
Team collaboration
Scheduling management
Training facilitation
Effective communication
Critical thinking
Conflict resolution
Feeding pumps
Hospice and palliative care
Electronic health records management
Medication and IV administration
Strong medical ethic
Gastrostomy tube care
Emergency response
Licensed RN
Compassion and empathy
Rehabilitation support
Mobility assistance
Mental health nursing
Personal care needs
Affiliations
Donated time to care for elderly patients.
Managed Pathfinder team of youth with honors, camping and community services.