Alyssa Guzman BSN, RN
Vacaville,CA
Summary
A compassionate nurse that strives to learn and improve practice everyday, with a proven track record in delivering comprehensive patient care in fast-paced environments. Possessing skills in working with diverse patient populations from various cultural backgrounds, fostering trusting relationships that enhance health outcomes. Seeking to be committed to promoting patient well-being through empathy, professionalism, and dedication to continuous improvement in healthcare practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaweah Health Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- Provide emergency nursing care in a high-volume, fast-paced ED caring for patients across the lifespan
- Prioritize care for multiple patients while maintaining patient safety
- Perform rapid triage, focused assessments, and continuous patient reassessment
- Administer IV, IM, PO, and SQ medications safely and efficiently
- Recognize and escalate changes in patient condition to providers promptly
- Coordinate care with physicians, paramedics, and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and discharge instructions
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Unit Clerk/CNA
Northbay Healthcare VacaValley
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
- Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Handled incoming calls professionally, providing relevant information or transferring inquiries as needed to maintain efficient communication channels within the unit.
CNA
Pacifica Senior Living
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity under the Medical Technician and LVN
- Experienced with charting and observing BM and I & O’s.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Roseman University of Health Sciences
South Jordan, UT01-2024
Skills
- Efficient patient triage
- Critical care nursing
- Skilled in intravenous access
- Skilled in various routes of medication administration
- Cardiac rhythm monitoring
- Comprehensive trauma evaluation skills
- Clinical protocols for stroke and sepsis
- Assistance with airway management
- Comprehensive wound treatment
- Proficient in Cerner EHR documentation
- Prioritization skills in fast-paced settings
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
- California Board of Nursing, License Number: 95377541
- BLS — American Heart Association
- ACLS — American Heart Association
- PALS — American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale
- TNCC— Trauma Nursing Core Course
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kaweah Health Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Unit Clerk/CNA
Northbay Healthcare VacaValley
02.2022 - 06.2022
CNA
Pacifica Senior Living
11.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Roseman University of Health Sciences