Ana Palma
Miami,FL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with interdisciplinary team to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. In addition, a dedicated nurse who offers expert clinical skills and judgment. Delivers elevated care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HCA Healthcare Inc.
Miami, FL
09.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in various clinical settings.
- Assisted in administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and concerns during shifts.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Administered intravenous medications by managing and monitoring intravenous drips for effective patient care.
- Performed blood transfusions and observed the client for adverse reactions.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Performed meticulous wound care on clients with burns or wounds.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL 08.2023 - 12.2024
Felix Varela Senior High School
Miami, FLSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Wound care
- Critical thinking
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Stress mitigation
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Bi-lingual in english and spanish
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Perfectionist
- Loyal
- Advocate
- Empathetic
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- Nomination and recognition for the Daisy Award.
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Life Support Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HCA Healthcare Inc.
09.2025 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Miami Dade College
08.2023 - 12.2024
Felix Varela Senior High School