ADA ALVAREZ
Boston,MA
Summary
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) excited to apply my comprehensive nursing education and hands-on experience to a full-time position in a Health Care setting. A strong work ethic and empathetic touch have made me a valuable advocate for patients and their families. Driven nursing professional experienced in primary care. Compassionate, caring and comfortable working with people of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Care Nurse
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
04.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the general oversight, assessment, planning, and construction of the nursing care delivered to the participant.
- Assess a patient through obtaining history, performing appropriate tests, making or collecting observations from the participant and caregivers, and consulting with other members of the IDT.
- Teaches patients and families health care regimens. Explains and provides information regarding disease and wellness, tests, results, medications, diet, exercise, and other aspects of the plan of care to patients.
- Safely and effectively administers medications, tests and treatments as ordered. Manages the refills of all patient medications with appropriate authorization by the provider.
- Provide and coordinate health teaching required by individuals, families and groups to maintain the optimal possible level of health.
- Completes biannual and status change nursing assessments for an assigned panel of participants in accordance with Care Planning Policy and documents problems, goals & interventions in the participant’s care plan.
- Utilizes Assessment tools including but not limited to PACE Nurse Assessment and Medication Management to collect data.
- Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough assessments and implementing appropriate care plans.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Used [Software] to maintain patient medical records, accurately recording vital statistics, medical histories, vital statistics and test results.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and advancements within the nursing field.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided preventive care services including screenings, physical examinations, and counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Handled patient pharmacy needs by phoning in prescriptions to patients' preferred pharmacies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Educated patients on medication management to ensure proper adherence and minimize potential adverse effects.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Resupplied offices and examination rooms, labeled drawers and ordered new stock.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing comprehensive discharge education and follow-up support for patients.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Medical Assistant II
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
05.2012 - 04.2023
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining provider's schedule organize.
Clinical Rotations
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center/ New England Sinai Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted in triaging severity of patient conditions by performing 80% of medical assessments and taking patient vital signs
- Collaborated with nurses during rotations with an empathetic approach to building patient trust
- Removed peripheral IV's as directed by RN
- Medication administration
- Transported patients to designated areas, such as 4 various treatment centers
- Turned and positioned immobile patients 3 times per day while maintaining proper body alignment documented intake and output
- Patient teaching
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Laboure College of Healthcare
Boston, MA01.2022
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Preventative Care
- Patient Care
- IV Management
- Clinical Documentation
- HIPAA Regulations
- EPIC
- MS word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Internet
- Vital Signs
- EKGs
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Patient Care Oversight
- Equipment Sterilization
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Geriatric Care
- Patient Care Assessment
- Call triaging
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Examination
- Routine Examinations
- Care Coordination
- Training staff
Websites
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), MA, 2020, 2022
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 2022
- CPR (American Red Cross), 2022
- Clinical Medical Assistant, 2011, 2012
- Certificate Nurse Assistant, 2009
Clinical Rotations
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center/ New England Sinai Hospital, Brighton, Stoughton, Plymouth, 2020, 2022, MA
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Timeline
Primary Care Nurse
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
04.2023 - Current
Clinical Rotations
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center/ New England Sinai Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant II
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
05.2012 - 04.2023
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Laboure College of Healthcare