Education
A lifelong student, my plans for academic enrichment will continue to expand and diversify upon graduation from my MSN.
I served as the president of the Cypress Student Nursing association before graduating with honors, and earning my Associate of Science Degree in Nursing in 2022.
Admitted with distinction, I graduated Cum Laude from Cal State Fullerton with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2007, and qualified for licensure as a Public Health Nurse.
I am in my last semester of my Master’s of Science in Nursing at the University of Mary, and will be graduating in April, 2024 with a Masters of Science in Nursing and Healthcare Informatics.
Work Experience
Proven nurse leader with over twenty years of experience in a variety of healthcare settings, with progressive advancements throughout.
Tasked with the creation and management of a diagnostic saftey net program focues on gaps in care. Designed program, tested its processes, and hired a team to run the daily operations and outreach. Monitored, analyzed, and documented program success, then expanded program to cover a larger array of gaps.
I joined Providence as the supervisor over PMF multi-specialty clinic before taking the role of clinical leader over all St. Joseph Heritage ambulatory clinics. I was responsible for infection prevention, patient safety, boots-on-ground projects as needed, clinical staff training and disciplinary actions, and direction of clinical supervisors.
Stood and managed 1st Covid testing drive through for PMF; Stood two Covid vaccine mega-sites in Orange County; performed clinical acquisitions for Providence; collaboration with a multitude of Providence Clinical Network Teams.
Responsible for operational effectiveness within the department. Developed tools to aid managing 200 employees. Performed hiring, onboarding, disciplinary actions, grievance resolution, risk management endeavors, scheduling, productivity, and all employee evals.
Focus was in triage area where multiple tools were developed in an effort to streamline care and services. Worked with PA’s and MD’s to ensure prompt, courteous, excellent care to the community.
Licensure/Certification
Honors and Awards
VIA- 2022
I was so grateful to be the 2022 recipient of the Values in Action award from Providence. This tremendous honor was given to those upholding the five core values of Dignity, Justice, Excellence, Compassion, and Integrity.
Exemplifying Benedictine Values Through Volunteerism
Seattle Shelter
Providence leaders spent the day scrubbing, organizing, and polishing nearly every room in the facility.
Mary's Place
Organizing the donated clothes into an area that could function as a store for residents was such an experience.
Adopt a Family
Each year we select families in need, and send them gifts for the holidays. This special tradition connects us with our mission and values.
Second Harvest
Food Bank
This non-profit food back serves underprivileged people and families all over Orange County.
Supporting families in need is a wonderful way to help our communities. Easing the way for the poor and vulnerable.
Monthly Organized Events
Providence leaders for the clinical network volunteer for charitable agencies every month. It’s a way to give back and live our mission.
ANIA
I joined the American Nursing Informatics Association in 2023 so that I can participate in discussion boards after I graduate from the University of Mary, and share and learn from the informatics community in this country.
