Aliyah Silva
McAllen
Summary
My background as a pediatric nurse and youth coordinator has provided me with a strong understanding of child development, individualized support, and the importance of creating safe and inclusive environments for children of all abilities. Through my nursing experience, I have developed skills in recognizing children’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs, advocating for their wellbeing, and collaborating with families. My experience as a youth coordinator has strengthened my ability to engage children through meaningful activities, build trusting relationships, and adapt support to meet each child’s unique abilities and challenges. This this combination allows me to bring compassion, clinical knowledge, creativity, and a family-centered approach to a team supporting children with disabilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Edinburg
05.2024 - Current
- Resolve patient, family, and staff concerns professionally while maintaining a calm, patient-focused approach during high-pressure situations.
- Worked in multiple units such as Pediatric Medical Surgical Unit, Intensive Care Units and Neonatal Intensive Care Units.
- Delivered ongoing clinical education and competency training to nursing staff on new equipment, policies, and evidence-based practices
- Participated in unit-based committees and evidence-based practice initiatives, contributing to performance improvement projects that enhanced quality of care.
- Coordinate staffing assignments based on patient acuity, nurse competency, census, and workload to optimize patient outcomes and unit efficiency.
- Fostered collaborative, supportive work environment promoting teamwork and accountability, leading to professional growth and exceptional patient care.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, enhancing productivity and efficiency in daily tasks. and familiarity with Learning Management Systems or digital learning platforms
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion in a fast-paced environment. and deliver against deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Applied strong analytical, creative, and problem-solving skills to identify solutions and improve processes..
- Provided compassionate care to children affected by trauma and complex social circumstances, addressing their unique emotional and physical needs.
Registered Nurse
Doctor's Renaissance Hospital
Edinburg
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to neonatal, infant, pediatric, and adolescent patients with acute, chronic, and complex medical conditions in fast-paced hospital environment.
- Perform patient assessments, identify changes in clinical condition, prioritize care, and implement evidence-based nursing interventions to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitor and interpret vital signs, laboratory values, diagnostic test results while communicating significant findings to physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
- Administer medications, blood products, and IV therapies while adhering to medication safety standards and hospital protocols
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Educated patients, parents, and caregivers on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, discharge instructions, home care, equipment use, and health promotion strategies to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Advocated for children's safety and wellbeing, ensuring access to appropriate healthcare and social support services.
Youth Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club
McAllen
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Mentored children during summers and school year, fostering their personal and academic growth.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring safe and supportive learning environments.
- Designed and coordinated engaging activities and schedules for children at the club.
- Facilitated meetings with parents to discuss children's needs and concerns.
- Mentored children's ages from 6yrs-17yrs in academic, social, and personal development
- Monitored student progress and provided emotional support, enhancing their overall well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Texas College
McAllen, TX12-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South Texas College
McAllen, TX05-2022
High School Diploma -
James Nikki Rowe
McAllen, TX05-2018
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Critical care procedures
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical education
- Health promotion
- Patient Care
- Leadership
- Patient Safety
- IV therapies
- Patient advocacy
- Care Coordination
- Wound care
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Saving (PALS)
- CPR Certified
- Texas Board of Nursing License
Timeline
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Doctor's Renaissance Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2024
Youth Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club
06.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Texas College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South Texas College
High School Diploma -
James Nikki Rowe