ADRIANA AGUILAR, BSN, RN
Mountain View,CA
Summary
Registered Nurse with over seven years of ambulatory care experience at Sutter Health, specializing in surgical dermatology. Skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Surgical Dermatology
Sutter Health
09.2024 - Current
- Assist Mohs surgeons and surgical dermatologists with excisions, grafts, and complex repairs by preparing patients, maintaining sterile fields, and functioning in the circulating role.
- Administer local anesthesia under physician guidance and prepare patients for surgical procedures.
- Monitor and support patients intraoperatively and postoperatively, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Provide wound care management and detailed post-op education, helping patients understand recovery expectations.
- Perform triage in a high-volume clinic, prioritizing care and coordinating with providers for timely interventions.
- Mentor new nurses and contribute to team training initiatives that strengthen surgical workflows.
- Administer medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Serve as a member of the Safety and Reliability team contributing to quality assurance, compliance audits, and promoting a culture of patient and staff safety
Lead Medical Assistant II – Dermatology
Sutter Health
05.2018 - 09.2024
- Assisted with dermatology procedures including Mohs surgery, excisions, laser treatments, and pediatric dermatology.
- Triaged patients, prepared exam rooms, and provided education on wound care and treatment plans.
- Helped adapt workflows during the COVID-19 pandemic, supporting the Respiratory Clinic with triage and patient testing.
- Trained and mentored new MA staff, promoting a supportive and efficient clinical team.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and managed electronic health records for optimal workflow efficiency.
RN Preceptorship – Acute Inpatient Rehab
El Camino Hospital
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered nursing care to patients with neurological diagnoses, including strokes, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries.
- Conducted daily assessments and implemented evidence-based interventions in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
- Supported patient and family understanding of complex care needs and rehabilitation goals.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions promptly to facilitate timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Float Medical Assistant
Sutter Health
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Floated across multiple specialties including primary care, pediatrics, dermatology, and urgent care, providing support to providers and patients in varied clinical settings.
- Adapted quickly to different workflows, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork in meeting department needs.
- Gained broad knowledge of ambulatory care practices, enhancing ability to support patients with diverse conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
California State University
Hayward, CA08-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing (ADN)
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA05-2024
Skills
- Specialized in surgical nursing
- Circulating & Intraoperative Support
- Wound Care & Post-Operative Education
- Ambulatory & Multispecialty Care (Float MA)
- Patient-Centered Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Research - Completed group study focused on patient comfort, costs and test results, which resulted in increased patient satisfaction.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) – California (Active)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), AHA – Expires 01/2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), AHA – Expires 05/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Surgical Dermatology
Sutter Health
09.2024 - Current
RN Preceptorship – Acute Inpatient Rehab
El Camino Hospital
04.2024 - 06.2024
Lead Medical Assistant II – Dermatology
Sutter Health
05.2018 - 09.2024
Float Medical Assistant
Sutter Health
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
California State University
Associate of Science - Nursing (ADN)
De Anza College