Adriana Nostas
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Compassionate new graduate nurse and U.S. Army Combat Medic with extensive experience in emergency patient assessment, trauma stabilization, and high-stress medical environments. Strong foundation in patient-centered care, safety, clinical documentation, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Known for calm decision-making, adaptability, and delivering compassionate care to diverse patient populations. Bilingual Spanish speaker committed to professional growth and excellence in nursing practice.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Vaca Construction LLC
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed confidential records, documentation, and correspondence with strong attention to detail.
- Coordinated calendars, appointments, and schedules to support operational efficiency.
- Communicated professionally with clients, vendors, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Tracked supplies, purchase orders, and expenditures using Excel-based systems.
- Organized physical and electronic files to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance.
- Supported teams through coordination, follow-up, and task prioritization.
Nanny/ Family assistant
05.2012 - 01.2023
- Provided consistent, developmentally appropriate care supporting children’s physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth in private household settings.
- Supported age-appropriate milestones through structured routines, play-based learning, language development activities, and motor-skill engagement.
- Observed developmental progress and behavioral changes, communicating concerns and milestones clearly with parents.
- Maintained detailed daily records of activities, meals, rest periods, and behavioral observations, demonstrating strong documentation and communication skills.
- Implemented safety practices, hygiene routines, and age-appropriate care while adhering to family guidelines and confidentiality standards.
Combat Medic / Logistics Operations Supervisor
U.S. Army
10.2014 - 09.2020
- Delivered emergency medical care, patient assessment, and stabilization.
- Performed vital sign monitoring, wound care, and hemorrhage control.
- Maintained strict documentation and accountability standards.
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and calm decision-making.
- Provided hands-on care including hygiene, feeding, mobility assistance, and comfort measures.
- Maintained accurate daily documentation.
- Delivered compassionate, culturally sensitive care.
- Administrative & Care Coordination Experience
- Delivered emergency medical care in austere, high-stress combat environments, performing rapid patient assessments and initiating life-saving interventions.
- Provided trauma care including hemorrhage control, wound management, splinting, airway support, and shock management.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, neurological status, and patient response to treatment during stabilization and evacuation.
- Assisted with casualty evacuation (CASEVAC/MEDEVAC), ensuring patient safety and continuity of care during transport.
Education
Associate Degree - undefined
Foothill Community College
BSN - undefined
Lipscomb University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida Southwestern State College
04.2026
Skills
- Leads performance-driven teams in mission-critical global operations fostering a culture of commitment to achieving business goals
- Demonstrated reliability, clear communication, and respect for chain of command while contributing to a cohesive team focused on safety, coordination, and mutual accountability
- Works effectively and collaboratively across organizational boundaries to innovate supply chain solutions by leveraging strategic sourcing, supply chain, procurement, and third-party risk management expertise
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, situational awareness, and the ability to remain calm and decisive while delivering care in unpredictable and time-critical situations
- Excels at communicating clear and sustainable processes that deliver continuous improvements in operating results and team performance
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Vital signs and safety surveillance
- Accurate documentation and record management
- Infection prevention and risk management
- Patient and family education
- Time management and prioritization
- Interdisciplinary communication and teamwork
- Cultural competence and advocacy
- Personal & Professional Integrity
- Bilingual (Spanish- Advanced)
HONORS & AWARDS
Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal, ISAF NATO Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Army NCO professional development ribbon, Afghanistan Badge, NATO ISAF (International Security Assistance Force) Medal Ribbon
Clinical Experience
- Florida Southwestern State College – Total Clinical Hours: 593+
- Medical-Surgical I & II – 270 Hours
- Medical-Surgical Units, ED, ICU, PCU, Open Heart Step-Down ICU
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments.
- Administered oral, IV, and subcutaneous medications under RN supervision.
- Managed telemetry and cardiac-monitored patients.
- Provided wound care and patient education.
- Cared for high-acuity and post-operative patients.
- Fundamentals of Nursing – 90 Hours
- Medical-Surgical Units
- Assisted with ADLs, hygiene, mobility, and vital signs.
- Practiced safe patient handling and infection control.
- Documented patient care in electronic medical records.
- Mental Health Nursing – 53 Hours
- Detox, Psychiatric, Adolescent, and Geriatric Units
- Conducted mental status assessments.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques.
- Assisted with crisis intervention and safety monitoring.
- Pediatric Nursing – 45 Hours
- PICU and Pediatric Emergency Department
- Performed age-appropriate assessments.
- Assisted in emergency stabilization.
- Provided family-centered care and education.
- Obstetrics – 45 Hours
- Labor & Delivery and Maternal Emergency Department
- Assisted with maternal assessments and fetal monitoring.
- Observed labor management and postpartum care.
- Supported newborn assessments.
- Preceptorship – 90 Hours
- Managed full patient assignments under RN supervision.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care.
- Prioritized patient needs in fast-paced environments.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Vaca Construction LLC
12.2023 - 01.2024
Combat Medic / Logistics Operations Supervisor
U.S. Army
10.2014 - 09.2020
Nanny/ Family assistant
05.2012 - 01.2023
Associate Degree - undefined
Foothill Community College
BSN - undefined
Lipscomb University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida Southwestern State College