Zoe-Anne Zoet
Fallbrook
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in diverse clinical settings. Skilled in patient education, documentation, and implementing evidence-based care strategies, resulting in improved patient safety and satisfaction. Committed to fostering interdisciplinary teamwork to optimize care delivery.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Cardiac Rehab
Scripps Health System
La Jolla, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Administered patient care, including assessments and medication management, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in health status, promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies to enhance health literacy.
Registered Nurse IV Infusion
San Diego Infusion Center
La Jolla, CA
01.2012 - Current
- Administered intravenous therapies and medications to patients with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient vital signs, ensuring accurate documentation and timely interventions.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and self-care strategies for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices in infusion therapy and patient care.
- Implemented safety protocols to enhance infection control measures within the infusion center environment.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments, adjusting care strategies based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse DOU Cardiac
Scripps Health Care
La Jolla, CA
09.2007 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical skills improvement.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and increased satisfaction scores.
- Led emergency response efforts during critical incidents, coordinating team actions to stabilize patients effectively.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- 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.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse Palliiative Care
San Diego Hospice
San Diego, CA
11.2007 - 11.2012
- Administer patient care with empathy and precision to enhance quality of life.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and hospice services.
- Monitor vital signs and assess patient conditions, responding swiftly to changes in health status.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered IV therapies and medications, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- . Administer subcutaneous. buccal. by mouth, and IVP medications, ensuring comfort and safety.
- . Access ports , starting subcutaneous pumps, and IV starts for med administration.
Registered Nurse Multidisciplinary
MD Office at Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
12.2004 - 07.2007
- Delivered patient-centered care, assessing and monitoring vital signs and health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication administration, and treatment options.
- Managed IV therapy, wound care, and medication administration with precision and accuracy.
Registered Nurse Cardiovascular Observation Unit
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
05.1997 - 05.2007
- Led patient care initiatives, enhancing recovery outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Implemented quality improvement protocols, resulting in increased patient safety measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Conducted thorough assessments, providing critical insights that informed clinical decision-making.
- . Charge RN for 9 bed unit
- . Pre/Post Cath Lab Patients
- . Outpatient Open Heart patients preparation.
- Proficient with ETT's, TEE's, cardioversion, and non invasive EP studies.
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital
San Antonio, TX
05.1996 - 05.1998
- Monitored patient vitals and recovery progress post-anesthesia to ensure safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and interventions as prescribed, adhering to hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with anesthesia team to develop individualized care plans for patients in recovery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care procedures and expected outcomes.
Education
No Degree -
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TXDiploma of Nursing -
Baptist Hospital School of Professional Nursing
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
. Current with BLS and ACLS
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse Cardiac Rehab
Scripps Health System
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse IV Infusion
San Diego Infusion Center
01.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse Palliiative Care
San Diego Hospice
11.2007 - 11.2012
Registered Nurse DOU Cardiac
Scripps Health Care
09.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse Multidisciplinary
MD Office at Providence Alaska Medical Center
12.2004 - 07.2007
Registered Nurse Cardiovascular Observation Unit
Providence Alaska Medical Center
05.1997 - 05.2007
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital
05.1996 - 05.1998
No Degree -
San Antonio College
Diploma of Nursing -
Baptist Hospital School of Professional Nursing