Danielle Camarena
@daniellecamarena
Experienced Clinical Nurse Manager with a focus on patient advocacy.
What I'm looking for
As a Clinical Nurse Manager with sixteen years of healthcare experience, I specialize in patient advocacy, nurse management, and infection prevention. My career has been dedicated to leading high-performance nursing teams to deliver empathetic and compassionate care to patients. I have a strong history of ensuring compliance with state and federal laws while driving accountability for patient satisfaction and quality measures.
My experience spans various roles, including facility administration and clinical instruction for RN nursing students. I am committed to delivering culturally competent assistance to every patient and employee, utilizing excellent problem-solving and quality assurance management skills. I am currently pursuing a Master of Nursing Administration, expected to graduate in October 2025, to further enhance my leadership capabilities in the healthcare sector.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Facility Administrator
DaVita Dialysis
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)
Accountable for driving results and responsible for day-to-day operations of the facility and clinical team. Responsible for meeting or exceeding the established clinical and financial objectives set in cooperation with leadership.
Inpatient Postpartum/Pediatric Nurse
Christus Good Shepherd
Jan 2023 - Aug 2023 (7 months)
Provided patient care for postpartum patients, newborns, and pediatric patients. Ensured timely documentation, medication administration, and coordination of care with the healthcare team.
OB Intake RN
Family Circle of Care
Aug 2022 - Jan 2023 (5 months)
Initiated care for pregnant patients, including obtaining health history, scheduling care, and initial labs and ultrasounds. Provided patient education and informational packets, and discussed referral programs.
RN Clinical Instructor
Unitek College Fremont
Oct 2021 - Aug 2022 (10 months)
Provided academia for the RN program, specifically for the OB rotation. Graded and provided feedback for nursing care plans and assignments, and conducted clinical performance evaluations.
Certified Nursing Assistant Theory and Skills Instructor
Bradford College of Nursing
Jun 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Responsible for training certified nursing assistant students in both theory and clinical skills. Served as an evaluator for state testing.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
Jun 2021 - Oct 2021 (4 months)
Managed the unit's day-to-day clinical operations, including practice standards, staffing, payroll, and budgets. Ensured the highest quality of care in compliance with regulatory requirements and departmental policies.
Charge Nurse II
Kaiser Permanente Stockton Medical Offices
Jul 2019 - Jun 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Managed daily schedules for the outpatient clinic and oversaw rotating staff members. Collaborated with leadership to develop patient services and daily operations, assisting with a team of 25 employees.
Charge Staff Nurse II
Kaiser Tracy Medical Offices
Mar 2019 - Jun 2019 (3 months)
Managed daily schedules for the outpatient clinic and oversaw rotating staff members. Assisted with determining appropriate staff mix and maintaining competency for a team of 6 employees.
Labor and Delivery Staff Nurse
Sutter Hospital Tracy
Sep 2018 - Mar 2019 (6 months)
Assisted physicians during delivery, treatment, examination, and surgical procedures. Administered prescribed medications, monitored vital signs, and adjusted treatment plans based on patient responses.
Postpartum RN/Charge Nurse
St. Joseph's Medical Center
May 2018 - Mar 2019 (10 months)
Managed admissions and discharges within the acute obstetrics department and planned nurse rosters. Supervised nursing staff, fostering a culture of productivity and monitoring patient conditions.
Labor and Delivery Staff Nurse
St. Joseph's Medical Center
Dec 2017 - May 2018 (5 months)
Assisted physicians during delivery, treatment, examination, and surgical procedures. Administered prescribed medications, monitored vital signs, and adjusted treatment plans based on patient responses.
Emergency Room Staff Nurse
St. Joseph's Medical Center
Apr 2017 - Dec 2017 (8 months)
Collaborated with ER professionals to ensure effective patient care, applying expertise in prompt patient condition assessment. Monitored ER patients, communicated with families, and performed medical procedures.
Unit Assistant, Labor and Delivery
Kaiser Modesto Medical Center
Mar 2008 - Dec 2013 (5 years 9 months)
Welcomed patients and visitors, coordinating smooth flow of unit activities and care. Managed patient files, ensuring documentation of admissions, labs, referrals, and discharges.
Call Center Representative
Kaiser Permanente
Jul 2007 - Mar 2008 (8 months)
Provided customer service and support through a call center environment. Assisted callers with inquiries and resolved issues efficiently.
Call Center Representative
Providian Financial
Jan 2007 - Jul 2007 (6 months)
Provided customer service and support in a financial call center setting. Handled customer inquiries and resolved financial-related issues.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Phoenix
Master of Nursing Administration, Nursing Administration
Currently pursuing a Master of Nursing Administration. Expected to graduate in October 2025.
University of Texas – Arlington
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Nursing
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This program provided a comprehensive foundation in nursing principles and practices.
San Joaquin Delta College
Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN), Nursing
Obtained an Associate of Science in Nursing. This degree provided foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level nursing practice.
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