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Pedro Ferrer

Homestead,FL

Summary

Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure the entry level Dialysis RN position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
RN, with 14 years of inpatient and outpatient experience at Fresenius Renal Care. ACR Dialysis Center
Registered Nurse looking to leverage nursing experience and passion for patient care. Well-regarded skills to provide optimal patient care. Worker committed to continuous professional training.
The dialysis nurse evaluates, plans, develops, implements and evaluates nursing programs,
departments and clinical areas. Enthusiastic and driven by a desire to provide a high level of compassion in patient care to improve the overall outcome.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Dialysis Registered Nurse

South Florida Dialysis Center
Miami Lakes, FL
11.2022 - Current
  • Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
  • Utilized EHR automated healthcare database to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
  • Utilized EHR automated healthcare database to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Administered medications to 12 patients and monitored response to medications

Dialysis Registered Nurse

ARC
Miami, FL
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
  • Oversaw administration of peritoneal dialysis in addition to Vancomycin, and Moxifloxacin medications.
  • Utilized EHR automated healthcare database to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Administered medications to 2 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Cared for patients in 8 bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • 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.

Dialysis Registered Nurse

Fresenius Dialysis
Miami , FL
12.2017 - 03.2021
  • Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
  • Utilized EHR automated healthcare database to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Administered medications to 12 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

RN, Dialysis

ARC Renal Center And Kindred Hospital
Miami, FL
06.2009 - 10.2016
  • Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
  • Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
  • Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
  • Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals and any new medical conditions.
  • Provided in-patient care for 12 dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe and comfortable treatment environment.
  • Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
  • Recorded client data on hemodialysis flow chart.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
  • Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
  • Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Administered Heparin, oxygen, anesthetic and saline as prescribed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

Education

M.D. - Orthopedist

Universidad De Oriente, Santiago De Cuba, Cuba M.D
Cuba
11.1979

M.D. -

Universidad De Oriente
Cuba
11.1974

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

S Allende Instituto
Havana, Cuba
08.1968

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • EHR Software Proficiency
  • MS Office
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • PPE Compliance
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Data Entry
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Teambuilding
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Clerical Support

Timeline

Dialysis Registered Nurse

South Florida Dialysis Center
11.2022 - Current

Dialysis Registered Nurse

ARC
03.2021 - 02.2022

Dialysis Registered Nurse

Fresenius Dialysis
12.2017 - 03.2021

RN, Dialysis

ARC Renal Center And Kindred Hospital
06.2009 - 10.2016

M.D. - Orthopedist

Universidad De Oriente, Santiago De Cuba, Cuba M.D

M.D. -

Universidad De Oriente

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

S Allende Instituto
Pedro Ferrer