Sophia Baca
West Covina,CA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse from QUEEN OF THE VALLEY, adept in medication administration and patient assessments, excels in delivering compassionate care, enhancing patient satisfaction, and mentoring new staff. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes and fostering professional growth in healthcare settings. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and empathy in complex care environments. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
QUEEN OF THE VALLEY
03.2013 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
CAL STATE L.A.
Los Angeles, CA06.2011
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
Timeline
Registered Nurse
QUEEN OF THE VALLEY
03.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
CAL STATE L.A.
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