Andrew Rodriguez

• Assessed patients before and after procedures and offered specialized care targeted on individual needs to achieve optimal recoveries.
• Tracked oxygenation, blood pressure and heart rate during procedures.
• Employed sound nursing practice to carry out nursing assessments, procedures and treatments for cardiac cath lab patients.
• Used fluoroscopy and contrast dye to identify narrowing or blockages affecting cardiac function.
• Administered medications during procedures to reduce problems from anxiety, blood pressure and other conditions.
• Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters and pacemaker installations.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

• Prepared supplies needed for each procedure and maintained an adequate inventory of supplies at all times.
• Provided patient care during invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures.
• Assessed patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and blood pressure prior to, during and after procedure.
• Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as ECG signals, pressures and oxygen saturation levels throughout the procedure.
• Initiated resuscitative measures in cases of emergency situations or adverse reactions to drugs or contrast media.
• Instructed patients on post-procedure care instructions, ensuring that they understand the risks associated with their condition.
• Ensured proper documentation of all aspects of patient care according to established standards.
• Reported any unusual findings or changes in patient status promptly to attending physician.
• Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate patient needs and develop treatment plans accordingly.

• Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
• Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
• Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
• Remained current in instructional methods and evidence-based, best practice nursing concepts and impact such concepts place on nursing program students' education.
• Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
• Supervised student laboratory and clinical work, offering knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.

• Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
• Educated families on proper homecare techniques for post-discharge planning purposes.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
• Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
• Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
• Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
• Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
• Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.

• Administered emergency wound care and other immediate treatments.
• Interviewed patients and reviewed patient files to determine medical histories, previous treatment and therapies and medication history.
• Assessed notes by nursing staff for accuracy, completion, services rendered and patient responses.
• Determined appropriate imaging and laboratory exams needed based on symptoms presented.
• Identified acute and chronic illnesses and injuries to effectively triage patients.
• Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
• Administered and prescribed medications and treatments as approved by physicians.
• Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.

• Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
• Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making and health teaching.
• Taught students how to intervene in medical emergencies and how to perform head to toe assessments.
• Delegated patient assignments to students based on individual learning needs and patient assessments.
• Held clinical simulation projects and provided each student with individual feedback.
• Initiated new learning methods to ensure total student comprehension while maximizing learning time.
• Upheld patient safety standards by supervising students during medication administration.
• Passed out syllabi and informed students of course standards and learning objectives.
• Managed daily operations by delivering laboratory instruction, curriculum implementation, student advisement and continuous improvement of best practices.

• Determined training needs and developed related classes.
• Mentored specific employees on areas in need of improvement.
• Created and utilized successful lesson plans to train on outlined material.
• Organized key training sessions and qualifications for personnel.
• Performed as company-wide subject matter expert for training matters.
• Developed skill-specific training programs to promote employee development.
• Developed complete training programs and led training using expert learning techniques.
• Blended business' goals, mission and values with learning development initiatives to deliver high-quality training to employees.
• Documented training activities and changes to analyze program effectiveness.
• Evaluated training materials prepared by instructors and offered actionable suggestions for improvement.

Observer

• Properly loaded, secured, and transported patients in accordance with company policy and procedures
• Observed, recorded, and reported to physician, patient’s conditions, and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
• Completed vehicle and equipment checklists, and maintained ambulances and other company vehicles and equipment in a clean and efficient working order, and ensures ambulance is appropriately stocked

• Analyzed patients records to determine efficiency and effectiveness of care.
• Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards.
• Identified and oriented new staff members before deployment to assigned stations.
• Coordinated ongoing educational objectives to enhance staff competencies in safety, quality and core measures.
• Implemented ongoing educational objectives to improve staff competencies in safety, quality and core measures.
• Created and managed unit's budget and trained and hired employees.
• operational activities.
• Resolved conflicts to maintain optimal workflows.

• Provided customers with complete service and an enjoyable shopping experience to maximize sales
• Fashioned customers to latest trends
• Achieved excellent quality customer service
• Processed deliveries and stock transfers