Andrea De La Riva
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Department of Veterans Affairs
West Palm Beach, Florida
06.2023 - Current
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative patient education.
- Provided care to patients with a variety of gastrointestinal issues including ulcers, GERD, IBD and colorectal cancer.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Communicated effectively with both medical staff members as well as family members involved in the care of a particular patient.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding infection control practices before, during and after endoscopic procedures.
- Managed emergency situations quickly and efficiently ensuring positive outcomes for the patient.
- Utilized specialized tools such as forceps or snares to remove tissue samples or lesions from within the body cavity safely.
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Accredo Specialty Pharmacy
Fort Lauderdale, FL
03.2019 - 07.2023
- Preceptor for new staff nurses
- Conduct Supervisory visits for Nurse Competency
- Managed scheduling of in-home patient portfolio of 22 assigned clients throughout established territory, providing one-on-one medical attention based upon established physicians' orders, supporting continuum of care plans. Collaborate with administrative and pharmacy staff to ensure availability and timely delivery of medications and supplies prior to visits. Document each encounter in detail per internal best practices. Deliver immunoglobulin treatments via IV, as well as biologics, Alpha One, and monoclonal antibodies to clientele of all ages
- Consistently requested by patients due to effective communication, compassion, and taking initiative to resolve prospective issues prior to escalation, while fostering relationships based on expertise
- Serve as patients’ point of contact in all areas of healthcare, leveraging expertise in nursing to add significant value as an independent resource.
- Performed infusion and patient assessments and monitored patient response to fulfill emergency needs and provide psychosocial support.
- Instructed patients and caregivers in standard care, developed and revised individual plans of care and implemented physician orders.
- Collaborated with administrative and pharmacy staff to plan refill scheduling and deliveries of medications.
- Reported any adverse reactions associated with medications or treatments immediately according to established policies and procedures.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Jupiter Medical Center
Jupiter, FL
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Performed efficient, detailed patient assessments to proactively anticipate and address prospective patient issues, managing the delivery of care for a range of 15 to 30 patients daily
- Documented detailed patient discussions and transactions daily for continuity of care
- Inserted nephrostomy tubes, conducted image-guided biopsies, and supported vertebroplasty and percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC) procedures, as well as neurological diagnostics
- Adapted to staffing requirements, floating between preoperative, intra-operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), ensuring each patient is cared for effectively and attentively
- Recognized for exceeding expectations by proactively forecasting patient requirements, while cultivating relationships with clients, physicians, and staff.
Endovascular OR/IR/Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Bethesda Health
Boynton Beach, FL
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patient health and privacy consistent with HIPAA regulations
- Conducted procedural sedation to maximize safety throughout surgeries
- Communicated with families and caretakers by advising regarding patient updates, answering status inquiries, and supplying general information, serving as a point of contact throughout procedures.
- Performed effective and efficient patient assessments, anticipating and preparing for potential issues.
- Administered diagnostic angiograms, injecting intravenous dye for x-ray examination and using catheters to introduce tools needed for medical treatments
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
Ocala Regional/Holy Cross
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Preceptor for New Cath Lab/IR/Trauma nurses.
- Supported physicians throughout introduction of medical devices and vascular closure with collagen plugs and stitches.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Administered diagnostic angiograms, injecting intravenous dye for x-ray examination and using catheters to introduce tools needed for medical treatments.
- Performed fractional flow reserve tests to measure blood pressure and diagnose severity of restriction at blocked areas within arteries.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
JFK Medical Center
Atlantis, FL
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Served as Charge Nurse, maintaining accountability of a department of ~20 cases daily by maintaining ongoing communication with external physicians, managing floor staffing requirements, and ensuring patients were seen in a timely manner while allocating resources to attend to urgent STEMI alerts immediately.
- Preceptor for new staff members
- Performed fractional flow reserve tests to evaluate blood pressure and diagnose the severity of restriction within blocked areas of arteries
- Circulated between procedures, including diagnostic cardiac catheterizations, angiograms, administering procedural sedation via IV, and injecting intravenous dye for x-ray examinations
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
JFK Medical Center North
Atlantis, FL
04.2011 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Firefighter Paramedic
Palm Beach Fire Rescue
Palm Beach, FL
07.2001 - 08.2013
- Responded to demanding, high-stress situations, rapidly addressing emergency clinical and hazardous conditions to facilitate positive patient outcomes
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess preventative maintenance requirements
- Documented personal logs and business tracking documents in alignment with defined schedules
- Consistently achieved/exceeded safety targets by adapting to road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions to improve patient and team safety
- Upheld utmost professionalism and discretion when assisting high-visibility clients.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Clinical Instructor
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Provide clinical instruction to 9-12 students in clinical hospital settings on patient assessment, IV therapy, trauma, cardiac, anatomy & physiology, and documentation.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Led daily operations by providing laboratory instruction, student advisement and industry best practices.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Implemented instructional presentations to communicate coursework goals.
PACU Registered Nurse
Palms West Surgicenter
Royal Palm Beach, FL
07.2008 - 04.2011
- Preceptor for new nurses in PACU
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Rasmussen University
12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Palm Beach State College
2019
Certified Notary Public – State of Florida -
State of Florida
2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
2006
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Palm Beach State College
2003
Skills
- Preceptor
- Charge Nurse
- Training/Education
- Intravenous therapy
- EMR / EHR
- Conscious Sedation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Medication Administration
Affiliations
- Toastmasters
- Florida Nurses Association
- American Nurses Association
- Florida Realtors
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- Incident Command Management Courses
- ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 300, ICS 700
- CNP - Certified Notary Public
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2023 - Current
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Accredo Specialty Pharmacy
03.2019 - 07.2023
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Jupiter Medical Center
05.2018 - 06.2019
Endovascular OR/IR/Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Bethesda Health
01.2016 - 03.2018
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
Ocala Regional/Holy Cross
06.2015 - 12.2015
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
JFK Medical Center
08.2013 - 06.2015
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
JFK Medical Center North
04.2011 - 08.2013
Clinical Instructor
Palm Beach State College
01.2009 - 12.2011
PACU Registered Nurse
Palms West Surgicenter
07.2008 - 04.2011
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
06.2007 - 06.2008
Firefighter Paramedic
Palm Beach Fire Rescue
07.2001 - 08.2013
MBA - Business Administration
Rasmussen University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Palm Beach State College
Certified Notary Public – State of Florida -
State of Florida
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Palm Beach State College