Aline Orozco
Romeoville,IL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nurse skilled in many areas, who works well under high-stress environments. Fluent in Spanish and empathetic to patients of any diversity and background. Embodies specialized communication skills with both the interdisciplinary team, as well as direct patient interaction. Professional and well-rounded with many goals and aspirations, with plenty of room to grow.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
RML Specialty Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with Respiratory Care Professionals on proper handling and management of patient ventilators.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Participated in intensive wound care regimens.
- Transfused blood products and drew lab specimens for interpretation.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Patient Care Technician
RML Specialty Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL12.2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Assessment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- IV setup
- Patient Monitoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Physical assessments
- Licensed RN
- Critical Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR Systems
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency Response
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- ADL Assistance
- HIPAA Education
- Geriatric Nursing
- Fluent in Spanish
- Expanse/meditech use
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
RML Specialty Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
RML Specialty Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Joliet Junior College