Amber Fuentes
Eagle Pass,TX
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience. Skilled in emergency care, patient triage, and long-term care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and compassionate care. Certified in Advanced Life Support, I excel in high-pressure environments while fostering teamwork and communication among interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dimmit Regional Hospital
Carrizo Springs, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Administered emergency medications to stabilize patients, improving chances for recovery.
Registered Nurse
LA HACIENDA DE PAZ NURSING AND REHAB CENTER
Eagle Pass, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Hospice Registered Nurse
Haven Hospice
Eagle Pass, TX
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced family support by offering guidance, resources, and emotional assistance during difficult times.
- Conducted regular clinical assessments of assigned patients, identifying any changes in condition that may necessitate modifications to the care plan.
Registered Assistant Director of Nursing
LA HACIENDA DE PAZ NURSING AND REHAB CENTER
Eagle Pass, TX
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Enhanced patient care by implementing and overseeing comprehensive nursing plans for each individual.
- Optimized resource utilization by creating efficient staffing schedules based on patient acuity levels and available resources.
- Facilitated in-service education programs for continuous skill enhancement among nursing staff members.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback as needed.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
LA HACIENDA DE PAZ NURSING AND REHAB
Eagle Pass, TX
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
CNA
Eagle Pass Nursing And Rehabilitation
Eagle Pass, TX
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing- Bachelor of Science
San Antonio, TX12-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio06-2022
VOCATIONAL NURSING IN LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE - NURSING
Southwest Texas Junior College
Eagle Pass05-2018
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Compassionate care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Ethical practice
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ALS- Advanced Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- TNCC- Trauma Nurse Core Course
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dimmit Regional Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
LA HACIENDA DE PAZ NURSING AND REHAB CENTER
12.2023 - Current
Hospice Registered Nurse
Haven Hospice
06.2023 - 12.2024
Registered Assistant Director of Nursing
LA HACIENDA DE PAZ NURSING AND REHAB CENTER
09.2022 - 12.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
LA HACIENDA DE PAZ NURSING AND REHAB
08.2018 - 08.2022
CNA
Eagle Pass Nursing And Rehabilitation
08.2015 - 06.2018
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing- Bachelor of Science
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
VOCATIONAL NURSING IN LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE - NURSING
Southwest Texas Junior College