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PATRICIA TALIAFERRO- ROTH, R.N.

*** *. *********** **., ***. 5101 Mobile: 915-***-****

Durham, North Carolina 27701 *********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Senior Management Professional seeking to demonstrate visionary leadership, expertise, and distinguished performance in progressive organizations utilizing team-building, fiscal, and operational experience. A driver and catalyst for change, combining tactical execution of strategic initiatives with strong leadership of cross-functional staff and development of key alliances to capture and enhance overall business and bottom-line performance. Energetic, innovative, and strategic leader with ability to quickly and effectively adapt to ever-changing business requirements, demanding deadlines, market conditions, and travel as needed.

Current CPR and First Aid Certification

Bilingual in English & Spanish

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration

University of Phoenix, Santa Teresa, New Mexico

Associate Degree in Nursing

El Paso Community College, El Paso, Texas

LICENSES

Registered Nurse State of Texas License #544919

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DIRECTOR OF NURSING 2008-2021

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER / El Paso, Texas CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTHCARE

Manage and direct all operations for the medical department at Rogelio Sanchez State Jail. Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, schedule, and supervise support medical personnel. Quality Improvement Coordinator for medical department. Ensure compliance of ACA, ORA, and TDCJ regulations. Implement policies and procedures. Handle and resolve issues and grievances. Attend monthly meeting with warden to address concerns on unit. Serve as backup for infection control. Submit monthly QI and CID reports. Provide hands-on nursing care with the nursing staff and conduct monthly staff meetings. Chart reviews for incoming inmates. Prepare for quarterly pharmacy audits.

STAFF RN (PRN WEEKENDS) 2016-2019

LASALLE CORRECTIONS Sierra Blanca, Texas

Performed duty concerned with the care of the sick and injured, prevention of illness, and promotion of good health in compliance with La Salle Corrections policies, state directives, and correctional healthcare standards.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR 1994 - 2008

VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION CBA & Class Program El Paso, Texas

Development and overseeing the implementation of patient service plan for 200 clients and directing 250 personnel. Provide supervision and training for 3 Registered Nurses and clerical support staff. Assure compliance with state, CBA, and CLASS rules and regulations. Preparation and maintenance of annual budget. Provide excellent problem resolving skills for clientele and personnel issues. Financial, Infection Control, and Clientele Satisfaction Reports. Monthly review of clientele charts for compliance DHS, state, company regulations and policies. Involved in committee for writing and revision of policies and procedures.

REGISTERED NURSE 1991 -1994

WILLIAM BEAUMONT MEDICAL CENTER / Psychiatric Unit El Paso, Texas

Planned, organized, directed, and evaluated care for adolescents and adults patients in a psychiatric setting. Supervision of subordinated nursing staff. Prepared assessments, histories, admissions, transfers, and discharge documentation. Administration of medication, provided patient education, and supervised daily activities. Daily maintenance of patient’s charts.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)

HEAD NURSE 1991- 1991

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTER El Paso, Texas

Supervision and direction to subordinated nurse staff, coordinating the nursing serviced with the medical services in order to provide an efficient and professional environment for optimum production in health care service for patients. Planned, organized, directed, and evaluated patient care. Assured compliance with all center’s protocols and procedures.

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II 1988 -1991

EL PASO CITY-COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT El Paso, Texas

Planned, organized, directed, and evaluated patient care. Implemented physical, social assessment, and emotional needs of patients. Provided treatment and procedures in compliance with clinic’s protocols and guidelines. Documented patient histories, translations, collection of specimens, took vital signs, and charted of pertinent data. Consulted with clinic physician regarding patient diagnostic issues or complications. Referred patient for disease intervention follow-up as required. Created, maintained, and updated patient charts. Encouraged patient to become involved in health care by providing education and interest. Participation in monthly staff meetings. Provided back-up assistance, performed immunizations and Hepatitis “A” Prophylaxis to international travelers and hepatitis contacts, in the absence of STD and TB nurses.

STAFF REGISTERED NURSE 1988

VISTA HILLS MEDICAL CENTER El Paso, Texas

Provided high quality primary patient care to include preparation of assessments, histories, discharges, and transfers. Team leading, medication administration, IV therapy, blood draws, vital signs, and charting all required documentation. Provided patient safety, education, and assisted with patient’s daily activities.

PATRICIA TALIAFERRO- ROTH, R.N.

321 W. Corporation St., Apt. 5101 Mobile: 915-***-****

Durham, North Carolina 27701 *********@*****.***

Attention: Human Resources

I am seeking a full- or part-time position with your organization where I can utilize my skills and experience. Please see my enclosed résumé for details of my qualifications.

My success in the past has stemmed from my strong commitment and sense of professionalism. I am known for my ability to follow through.

I would like the opportunity to meet with you personally and discuss career possibilities within your organization. I look forward to hearing from you soon and thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Patricia Taliaferro- Roth, RN

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