Andrea Avila-Sanchez
Myerstown,Pennsylvania
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, specializing in labor and delivery. I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Fluent in Spanish and English, my communication skills enhance patient care and team efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Patient Care Technician- Float Pool
Reading Hospital - Tower Health
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
Education
Bachelor in Science of Nursing -
Alvernia University
Reading, PA05.2023
Skills
- IV Insertion
- Medication and IV administration
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Quality Improvement
- BLS Certified
Certification
- LanguageLine Academy Certificate of Advanced + Spanish Language Proficiency
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician- Float Pool
Reading Hospital - Tower Health
11.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor in Science of Nursing -
Alvernia University
- LanguageLine Academy Certificate of Advanced + Spanish Language Proficiency
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