Meia Delos Santos
Santa Ana
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, excelling in medication administration and direct patient care. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and enhance patient outcomes through compassionate support and effective collaboration. Recognized for improving patient satisfaction and delivering high-quality nursing services in challenging environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/Health Services Specialist
State of CA, Department Of Developmental Services
02.2022 - Current
- Evaluates health problems and nursing care needs of developmentally or mentally disordered offenders.
- Makes nursing assessments of clients.
- Monitors the delivery of nursing services in the program and makes recommendations to the Coordinator of Nursing Services and Program Director as needed to maintain quality nursing services, particularly in the area of physical care.
- Evaluates the professional proficiency in which nursing observation and care is provided.
- Assures that any unusual behavior or symptom of any client is reported to the Unit Supervisor and physician and recommends a plan of treatment.
- Monitors the use of restraint and seclusion with respect to the client's physical condition.
- Provides nursing care during emergencies.
- Performs nursing audits in accordance with facility policies and procedures as directed by the Coordinator of Nursing Services and the Program Director; provides nursing care during emergencies.
- Evaluates client's response to medication.
- Advises in the prevention, detection, and control of communicable diseases and the reporting thereof through the Public Health Office.
Registered Nurse
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
07.2014 - Current
- Evaluate patients' physical and psychological needs, including those related to addiction and recovery.
- Initiate and manage safe and effective withdrawal regimes, including medication administration and monitoring for potential complications.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to patients' specific needs and treatment goals.
- Administer prescribed medications, ensuring correct dosages, routes, and timing.
- Provide nursing care during various treatment modalities, such as medical detox, therapy sessions, and group therapy.
- Educate patients and their families about addiction, recovery, and treatment options.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, counselors, and therapists, to provide comprehensive care.
Registered Nurse
Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center
01.2003 - 06.2009
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
Registered Nurse
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
09.2001 - 01.2003
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with various cancer types and stages.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on advancements in oncology treatments and nursing techniques.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects, and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
- Reduced medication errors by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions and promptly reporting concerns to physicians.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Enhanced quality of care through close collaboration with interdisciplinary medical teams.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Developed individualized care plans to address the unique needs of each patient undergoing cancer treatment.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout all aspects of cancer treatment administration.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
Education
Mount Pleasant High School
San Jose, CASkills
- Medication administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Health Services Specialist
State of CA, Department Of Developmental Services
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
07.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center
01.2003 - 06.2009
Registered Nurse
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
09.2001 - 01.2003
Mount Pleasant High School
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