Ariany Santos Cubas

Dedicated Nursing Student with exceptional multitasking skills and comfortable in collaborating well with peers. Enthusiastic about delivering compassionate care to patients with friendly attitude. Demonstrated ability of unsupervised work, handling stress, and exceptional organizational skills. Possess experience in medical terminology, vital signs monitoring and phlebotomy. I'm interested in learning more in a healthcare setting by taking entry-level nurse employment.

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Safely prepare, administer, and manage chemotherapy and other cancer treatments (e.g., immunotherapy, targeted therapy).

Monitoring for side effects such as neutropenia, nausea, and alopecia and providing education on managing these side effects.

Harris County Psychiatric Center 

Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments, including evaluating patients’ mood, affect, thought processes, behavior, and potential risk factors (e.g., suicidal or homicidal ideation). Gaining in-depth knowledge of various psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. Learning how to use de-escalation techniques to calm agitated patients and applying restraint or seclusion safely if necessary

Ben Taub General Hospital

Conducting thorough physical assessments, including vital signs, head-to-toe exams, and focused assessments for specific conditions.

Identifying subtle changes in patient condition and responding promptly to signs of deterioration, such as abnormal lab results or changes in consciousness. Working with a variety of healthcare professionals, including physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated, holistic care.

HCA South East, North Cypress

Preparing patients for surgery, including patient education, medication administration, and ensuring proper consent.

Providing postoperative care, monitoring for complications like bleeding or infection, and managing pain and recovery protocols. Balancing care for multiple patients, triaging tasks based on urgency, and efficiently managing the demands of a hospital shift. Learning to delegate tasks appropriately and manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Houston Methodist Hospital—West Campus

Caring for mothers and newborns post-delivery, including breastfeeding support, newborn assessments, and educating parents on infant care.

Monitoring for complications such as postpartum hemorrhage, infection, or neonatal jaundice. Accurately documenting patient care, assessments, medications, and changes in condition using electronic health record systems. Ensuring documentation is clear, complete, and compliant with hospital policies and legal requirements

Houston Nursing and Rehabilitation (TC Jester Blvd) 

Assisting patients with daily hygiene needs, such as bathing, grooming, and toileting, as well as transferring and repositioning patients to prevent complications like bedsores. Understanding the unique healthcare needs of elderly patients, such as managing chronic diseases, dementia, and mobility issues. Providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients, managing symptoms like pain or dyspnea, and supporting families through the dying process.