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Angelica Quintero
Lorena,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Language
Work History
Ascension Providence Hospital
RN Cardiovascular
11.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Identified irregular telemetry readings and notified appropriate medical team members.
- Provided care to patients out of ICU after cardiovascular surgery such as CABG, AVR.
- provided post op care after cardiac catheterization.
- Flebotomy
- Charge Nurse.
The Brazos Of Waco
Charge RN
05.2019 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Maintained an organized clinical environment conducive to efficient workflow by regularly evaluating unit needs and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust treatment plans, improving overall patient health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and self-care routines.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of patients and staff members at all times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive care coordination.
- Served as primary liaison between physicians and nursing staff, maintaining clear communication channels for optimal patient care delivery.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Medication administration.
- CNA and Med aid supervision.
- Support to LVN's
SCC Of Hewitt
Charge RN
08.2018 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Maintained an organized clinical environment conducive to efficient workflow by regularly evaluating unit needs and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust treatment plans, improvin
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of patients and staff members at all times.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and developing individualized care plans.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to nursing staff as needed.
- Managed medication administration, wound care, and other essential nursing tasks for optimal patient outcomes.
- Served as a primary liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote effective communication and continuity of care.
Fundacion Valle Del Lili Hospital
RN, ICU
02.2007 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk of cross-contamination among critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Streamlined communication among team members, ensuring timely updates on patient conditions and progress towards recovery goals.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
Clinica* Occidente
RN, ICU
08.2006 - 02.2007
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk of cross-contamination among critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Clinica* Manizales
RN, ICU
05.2006 - 07.2006
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk of cross-contamination among critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Facilitated smooth handoff processes during shift changes by maintaining accurate documentation of patient status updates, treatments provided, and pending tasks requiring immediate attention from incoming staff members.
- Streamlined communication among team members, ensuring timely updates on patient conditions and progress towards recovery goals.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Narino Department Of Health
RN
07.2005 - 12.2005
Job overview
- Coordination of the TB and Leprosy Program in the Tuquerres municipality.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Trained medical staff on proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts and statics updated.
Hospital La Misericordia De Calarca
RN, Emergency Department
04.2005 - 06.2005
Job overview
- Proactively recognized early signs of potential complications or deteriorations in patients'' conditions and initiated appropriate interventions to prevent adverse events.
- Expedited stabilization efforts during critical situations such as cardiac arrests or respiratory distress events through rapid assessment skills and proficient emergency response techniques.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions.
- Elevated patient safety standards by strictly adhering to protocols for medication administration, sepsis management, stroke recognition, and other evidence-based practices.
- Flebotomy
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Education
Universidad De CaldasManizales, Caldas, Colombia
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12.2004
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Geriatric Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Flebotomy
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Monitoring
- Cardiac Care
- Bilingual (Spanish)
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
RN Cardiovascular
Ascension Providence Hospital
11.2019 - Current
Charge RN
The Brazos Of Waco
05.2019 - 11.2019
Charge RN
SCC Of Hewitt
08.2018 - 05.2019
RN, ICU
Fundacion Valle Del Lili Hospital
02.2007 - 12.2013
RN, ICU
Clinica* Occidente
08.2006 - 02.2007
RN, ICU
Clinica* Manizales
05.2006 - 07.2006
RN
Narino Department Of Health
07.2005 - 12.2005
RN, Emergency Department
Hospital La Misericordia De Calarca
04.2005 - 06.2005
Universidad De Caldas
Bachelor of Science from Nursing