Natalie Alvarez
Redlands
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Neogen Care Home Health
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient status using electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care plans.
Med/Surg-Telemetry Float Pool RN
Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse/ Team Leader
Portland Providence Medical Center – Intermediate Care Facilities
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Led nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care in intermediate care facilities.
- Coordinated daily operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and protocols.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Delegated tasks effectively based on team member strengths, maximizing efficiency within the unit.
Registered Nurse/ Team Leader
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro – Subacute
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Team Management of up to 20 staff including LVNs and CNAs.
- Care management of 20-22 patients.
- Communication with Doctors for any changes of condition and continuation of care.
- Antibiotic therapy and evaluations.
- Tracheostomy and Ventilator care.
- Creating staffing assignments.
- Communication with Case Managers and Social Workers for any appointments and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital Ontario – Med/Surg Telemetry Unit
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Communicating and Coordinating with Physicians of the appropriate discipline based on patient’s medical need and status.
- Evaluation and Management of patients after varying exams and procedures including Dialysis Catheter placements, wound debridement, PEG placement, chest tube insertion, etc.
- Coordination with management and case workers for patient admission and discharge.
- Patient and family education on ventilation, medication, procedures, and process of care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient status using electronic health record systems.
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Golden State Care Center
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions.
- Supervised junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional development.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westminster College
Salt Lake City, Utah12.2018
Skills
- Patient pain evaluation and management
- IV setup
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Family education
- Patient assessments
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- BLS Certification - American Heart Association - Expires March 2027
- Registered Nurse - California Board of Registered Nursing - Expires Nov 2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Neogen Care Home Health
05.2024 - Current
Med/Surg-Telemetry Float Pool RN
Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse/ Team Leader
Portland Providence Medical Center – Intermediate Care Facilities
09.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse/ Team Leader
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro – Subacute
05.2023 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital Ontario – Med/Surg Telemetry Unit
07.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Golden State Care Center
09.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westminster College