Karina Raffaele
El Paso,TX
Summary
Compassionate Student Nurse offers strong background in [Skill] with passion for patient care. Caring with patients and ready to learn. Kind and approachable worker with dedication to quality and performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Student Registered Nurse
University Of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
01.2021 - Current
- Helped physicians complete procedures such as lumbar punctures by supporting patients and organizing necessary supplies.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
- Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding and charted intake for review.
- Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
Experience Patient Care Technician
The Hospitals of Providence East Campus
El Paso, Texas
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Aided patients with routine tasks including but not limited to feeding, bathing, dressing, and exercise
- Routinely monitored and recorded patient vitals including blood pressure, temperature, and blood sugar levels
- Cared for an average of 12 patients per shift while assisting 5-7 nurses and doctors with care
- Carefully transferred patients into beds, wheelchairs, and tables, using gait belts and other tools
- Respected patient privacy and dignity, upholding all hospital polices and HIPAA regulations.
Movie Theater Employee
Fort Bliss, Texas
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Assisted customers with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs
- Cleaned food preparation equipment, work areas and counter to maintain a hygienic, sanitary establishment
- Assisted concessions with completing end-of-day counts and securing fund to prevent loss or theft
- Processed upwards of 75 transactions per day with exceptional accuracy
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency
- Complied with health and sanitation practices and procedures.
Student Extern
Vida Health Clinic
El Paso, Texas
03.2016 - 05.2016
- Escorted patients to exam rooms upon arrival, applying time management skills to adhere to daily schedule
- Verified patient medical history and insurance coverage, obtained and recorded patient vital signs, and addressed patient concerns to relay to physician
- Successfully administered injectable vaccinations
- Gathered equipment and performed strep tests, flu swabs, and blood draws under supervision of certified phlebotomist.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX 08.2018 - Current
Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Southwest University At El Paso
El Paso, TX 08.2016 - 10.2017
Skills
Problem solving, adaptability, teamworkundefined
Timeline
Student Registered Nurse
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At El Paso
08.2018 - Current
Experience Patient Care Technician
The Hospitals of Providence East Campus
06.2017 - 08.2018
Movie Theater Employee
02.2017 - 06.2017
Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Southwest University At El Paso
08.2016 - 10.2017
Student Extern
Vida Health Clinic
03.2016 - 05.2016
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