Amanda Bracero
Winter Park,FL
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional Registered Nurse with over 13 years of patient care experience, showcasing expertise in critical care. Ambitious graduate with a Master's of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner seeking an entry-level opportunity eager to contribute to a dynamic team. Excelled in fast-paced environments while improving patient outcomes through meticulous care and effective team collaboration. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly with a strong work ethic and effective communication skills.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Orlando Aesthetic Institute
02.2022 - Current
- In pre-op I am skilled in inserting IVs, administering medications, and reviewing post-op care instructions
- In PACU I receive reports from the operating nurse and anesthesiologist, monitoring patients' vital signs, levels of consciousness, and observing for any side effects from anesthesia
- I follow the policies and protocols for pain management and nausea
- Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement and document skilled nursing care.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed emergency situations such as airway obstruction, cardiac arrest and shock.
- Performed wound care, dressing changes and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Florida Cardiology
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Registered nurse responsible for preparing patients for scheduled procedures
- Responsibilities include assessments, IV insertions, VS and running istats
- While circulating I am managing patients by monitoring vital signs and cardiac rhythms, performing 'time outs,' assisting the RCIS technicians and physicians during the procedure
- I also medicated the patients with IV medications for conscious sedation safely
- While positioned PACU, I am responsible for obtaining report, assessing patient’s VS, removing sheaths, and applying manual pressure to promote hemostasis, pain management, sending hospital orders for physicians, electronically sending prescriptions on behalf of physicians, providing discharge instructions, and calling patients to follow up post-procedure
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Heart Institute Cardiology Group
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Registered Nurse responsible for chronic and acute care to cardiovascular patients
- Collaboratively working within a team to interpret critical data and consult with physicians for optimal patient outcomes
- Skill sets include inputting patient orders/procedure/test, refilling medications, assisting the physicians with medical clearances, pre-operative instructions, and telephonically triaging patients
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Advent Health
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Emergency room experience of 7+ years, I am proficient in working in a fast-paced environment while caring for a wide population of patients
- As a registered nurse, I developed the ability to monitor, assess, and provide interventions for patients critically ill while working with Physicians
- I have excelled as an emergency room nurse by maintaining specialty training in pediatrics, leadership, IV ultrasound, port access, triage, and precepting nurses on the unit
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
South University FNP Student
Kids and Family Kare/ Bee Clinic
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Developed individualized patient plans based on assessment findings, established goals, and anticipated outcomes.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation, or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized technology tools such as telemedicine platforms for remote patient monitoring.
- Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
- Counseled patients regarding lifestyle modifications related to nutrition, exercise, stress management.
- Instructed patients on self-care techniques for managing chronic conditions or preventing diseases.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
Education
Master of Science - Family Medicine
South University
Savannah, GA12-2024
BSN -
Western Governors University
03.2017
ASN -
Valencia College
Orlando, FL12.2012
Skills
- Lab result interpretation
- Medication distribution
- Immunization skills
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Acute care expertise
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Pediatrics
- Ultrasound IV insertion
- EKGs
- CPR
- Drain Care
- Foley insertions
- Port access
- Precepting
- IV management
- Triage
- Vital Signs
- Documentation and charting in Cerner, EPIC, and EMR systems
Certification
- Registered Nurse, RN9356738
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Orlando Aesthetic Institute
02.2022 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Florida Cardiology
10.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Heart Institute Cardiology Group
09.2020 - 10.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Advent Health
01.2013 - 01.2020
South University FNP Student
Kids and Family Kare/ Bee Clinic
Master of Science - Family Medicine
South University
BSN -
Western Governors University
ASN -
Valencia College
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