Lynette Chavez Quinones
Englewood
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management and high critical thinking skills. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Addiction Recovery Nurse
Red Rock Recovery Center
01.2026 - Current
- Administer medications for withdrawal management, detoxification, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
- Monitor patients for withdrawal symptoms, adverse reactions, and medical complications, responding promptly to changes in condition
- Conduct patient assessments, including substance use history, mental health screenings, and risk assessments
- Educate patients and families on addiction, recovery strategies, relapse prevention, and medication adherence
- Provide crisis intervention and emotional support in a nonjudgmental, trauma-informed manner
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory, legal, and facility standards
- Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment while following infection control and safety protocols
- Advocate for patient needs, supporting long-term recovery and continuity of care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and emotional well-being to inform personalized treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment and adjust care as needed.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure recovery environment for patients.
- Educated patients on nutrition, exercise, medication management, and lifestyle modifications to support holistic recovery.
- Assessed and monitored patients' physical and psychological conditions, adjusting treatments as necessary.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, height and weight measurements.
Intensive Care Nurse
ROSE Medical Center
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Experienced in advanced hemodynamic support and life-saving procedures, with a strong foundation in patient advocacy and family education.
- Provide patient and family education, facilitate difficult conversations, and deliver compassionate end-of-life care.
- Assist providers with bedside procedures including central line placement, intubation, and other invasive interventions.
- Skilled in managing surgical and specialty drains including Jackson-Pratt (JP), nephrostomy, and chest tubes.
- Obtain and maintain vascular access, including emergent interventions such as intraosseous (IO) lines.
- Administer critical medications, IV boluses, blood transfusions, and mass transfusions during emergent situations.
- Actively participate in cardiac arrests and rapid response/code situations.
- Provided direct patient care in fast-paced intensive care unit.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Managed electronic health records for accurate patient information tracking.
- Performed CPR and other emergency procedures according to hospital protocols.
Intensive Care Nurse Extern
Research Medical Center/Overland Park Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Gained valuable critical care experience through direct collaboration with ICU nurses and providers while caring for acutely ill patients.
- Developed strong clinical judgment, hands-on technical skills, and a patient-centered approach in a high-acuity setting.
- Assisted in monitoring and caring for critically ill patients.
- Supported providers and nurses during bedside procedures.
- Practiced IV insertion and maintenance, medication preparation, and assisted in other nursing interventions while under RN supervision.
- Observed and participated in code situations, rapid responses, and emergency interventions.
- Engaged in patient assessments, and recognizing early signs of clinical deterioration.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to provide safe, compassionate care.
Cardiac Monitor Tech/Patient Care Tech/Phlebotomist
Olathe Medical Center
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Served in a multifaceted role providing direct patient care, cardiac monitoring, and laboratory support.
- Strengthened clinical, technical, and communication skills while supporting both patients and the healthcare team.
- Monitored patients’ cardiac rhythms, identified and reported arrhythmias, and collaborated with nurses and providers for prompt intervention.
- Provided direct patient care including vital signs, hygiene assistance, mobility support, intake/output monitoring, and patient safety rounding.
- Performed venipuncture and specimen collection, ensuring proper handling, labeling, and transport to the lab.
- Assisted with EKGs, point-of-care testing, and other bedside diagnostics.
- Supported nurses and providers during procedures and responded to patient needs with compassion and efficiency.
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated effectively with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
Supervisor of Clinic and Office Operations
UCHealth
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted in leading daily operations and staff coordination in oncology and hematology practices.
- Directed scheduling teams across multiple specialty departments while in hospital scheduling center while ensuring smooth workflow, patient safety, and high-quality support for both patients and providers.
- Overseeing schedulers for various specialty departments as well as front desk staff and medical assistants.
- Directed daily operations ensuring seamless patient flow and operational excellence.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated staff performance while fostering teamwork and adherence to hospital policies.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize scheduling, reduce wait times, and enhance patient experience.
- Oversaw policy management, conduction of meetings, and performance reviews.
- Supported other clinic leadership in implementing process improvements to meet organizational and patient care goals.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow in healthcare setting.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices and company policies.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain adequate coverage for patient care.
- Conducted performance evaluations to support team development.
- Enforced compliance with health regulations and safety standards in the workplace.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Created new strategies for improving Patient standards within the organization.
Patient Access Lead
UCHealth
02.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted Leadership in daily operations of schedulers handling hospital-wide patient appointments across multiple specialties.
- Trained, and mentored scheduling team to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to hospital standards.
- Assisted staff with escalated patient concerns, resolving issues with professionalism and compassion.
- Monitored call volumes, scheduling accuracy, and productivity to meet departmental goals and service-level expectations.
- Collaborated with clinic managers and providers to optimize scheduling templates and reduce patient wait times.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and insurance requirements during all patient interactions.
Patient Access Liaison
UCHealth
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Scheduled patient appointments and procedures with attention to accuracy, efficiency, and departmental protocols.
- Identified situations requiring clinical judgment and promptly transferred calls to nursing staff to ensure patient safety.
- Advocated for patients by addressing concerns, clarifying instructions, and assisting with access to appropriate care.
- Verified insurance information and communicated preparation requirements to patients.
- Collaborated with nurses, providers, and administrative teams to streamline scheduling and improve the patient experience.
- Maintained HIPAA compliance and demonstrated professionalism in every patient interaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Research College of Nursing
Kansas City, MO05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management-Minor in Pre-Health
MSU Denver
Denver, CO05-2022
Certification - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Denver, CO05-2022
Associates - General Studies focus on Science
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO05-2020
Nurse Aid Certification -
PIMA Medical Institute
Denver, CO05-2018
Skills
- Withdrawal management
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Nursing interventions
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy
- Inpatient nursing care
- Documentation compliance
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Professionalism in nursing
- Stress management
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Volunteering Extracurriculars
- School Vaccine Clinics – Assisted with back-to-school immunization efforts, supporting children and families in receiving required vaccines
- Employee Vaccine Clinics – Supported workplace vaccination programs, helping ensure staff compliance and wellness
- Wellness Clinics (Underserved Communities) – Participated in community outreach to provide preventive health services and education to underserved populations
- Hearing Screenings (Schools) – Conducted hearing checks for children to support early identification and intervention for hearing issues
- Food Banks – Volunteered to distribute food, organize donations, and assist families experiencing food insecurity
- Caregiver (PRN) – Provided part-time caregiving for a quadriplegic neighbor, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring safety and comfort
- Mentor (MSU Denver) – Guided undergraduate students in exploring academic and career pathways, offering support and encouragement
- Tutor (Nursing Student) – Provided one-on-one tutoring in nursing coursework, helping strengthen clinical knowledge and study strategies
- Quality Management Intern (UCHealth) – Supported hospital quality improvement initiatives through data collection, process evaluation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams on patient safety and compliance projects
Timeline
Addiction Recovery Nurse
Red Rock Recovery Center
01.2026 - Current
Intensive Care Nurse
ROSE Medical Center
01.2025 - 01.2026
Intensive Care Nurse Extern
Research Medical Center/Overland Park Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
Cardiac Monitor Tech/Patient Care Tech/Phlebotomist
Olathe Medical Center
05.2022 - 12.2022
Supervisor of Clinic and Office Operations
UCHealth
10.2020 - 05.2022
Patient Access Lead
UCHealth
02.2019 - 10.2020
Patient Access Liaison
UCHealth
06.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Research College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management-Minor in Pre-Health
MSU Denver
Certification - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Associates - General Studies focus on Science
Community College of Aurora
Nurse Aid Certification -
PIMA Medical Institute