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Arlene Arrechea

1951 NW South River Drive Apt 1709,FL

Summary

Professional Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in ICU nursing and experience in cosmetic surgery. Adept at providing high-quality, patient-centered care, with a focus on critical care management, patient education, and recovery optimization. Skilled in both acute and aesthetic patient assessments, preoperative and postoperative care, and building collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams. Known for exceptional clinical judgment, a holistic approach to wellness, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices. Eager to leverage extensive clinical experience in transitioning to a primary care role, delivering comprehensive care and fostering long-term health.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cosmetic Surgery Nurse Practitioner

A1Body Concierge
12.2023 - Current
  • Conduct pre and post -surgical assessments and educate patients on procedures, risks, and recovery expectations.
  • Manage post-operative care, including wound care, pain management, and complication monitoring.
  • Perform non-invasive aesthetic treatments (e.g., removal of Jackson Pratt drains) to enhance cosmetic outcomes.
  • Develop personalized recovery plans and provide ongoing follow-up care.
  • Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure high-quality, coordinated patient care.

Cosmetic Surgery Recovery Registered Nurse

A1Body Concierge
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide optimal care to patients right after plastic surgery; provide individualized and specialized nursing care to patients in accordance with physicians’ discharge orders, recognized nursing practices.
  • Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care in the diagnosis and treatment of liposuction, brazilian butt lift, mommy makeover, breast augmentations of individual.
  • Educate the patients regarding pre and post-operative medications and care.
  • Perform IV's and administer post-operative infusions such as iron.

Registered Nurse | PICU,NICU,PACU (Per-Diem)

Broward Health
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

PACU and Preop Registered Nurse

Memorial Hospital West (Travel Assignment)
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight for high acuity patients.
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
  • Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following high risk procedures, and elective such as, plastic surgery procedures.


PACU and Preop Registered Nurse

Baptist Health South Florida (Per Diem)
02.2019 - 07.2022
  • Assess and readied patients for general and elective surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment.
  • Recover patients immediately post-anesthesia.
    Insert peripheral IVs, monitor vital signs, perform conscious sedation assist in OR procedures.
  • Conduct and document a thorough assessment of each patient's medical status upon admission and
    throughout the patient's course of treatment.

PACU and Preop Registered Nurse

Florida Medical Center (Travel Assignment)
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provide care to post-operative patient's by closely monitoring and recording vitals, airways, sedation, and pain levels.
  • Administered medications intravenously and perform hemodynamic monitoring of invasive lines and EKG interpretation.
  • Partnered with physicians, nurses, and medical specialists to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes.
  • Provided excellent assessment, diagnosis, evaluations, and implementation skills.

CVPICU Registered Nurse

Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Miami Children's Hospital
11.2017 - 06.2021
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.

PACU Registered Nurse

Snap Nurse (Travel Assignment)
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Monitoring BP, arterial pressure, MAP and central venous lines during ongoing surgery, and performing ventilator management.
  • Using knowledge of cardiac telemetry and assisting doctors during complex heart procedures.
  • Maintaining open communication with the administration department and nursing staff regarding patients with no insurance plans.
  • Supervising a team of 10 PACU nurses in checking vital parameters, and educating family members about the treatment process.

CVPICU Registered Nurse (Travel Assignment)

Nemours Children's Hospital
02.2020 - 09.2020
  • Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.

CVPICU Registered Nurse - Travel Assignment

Children's Minnesota
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
  • Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
  • Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

South University
06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Nursing

Barry University
11.2017

Skills

  • Collaborative practice
  • Patient education
  • Health promotion
  • Preventive care
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Preoperative preparation
  • IV management
  • Medication management
  • Diagnostic reasoning
  • Clinical decision making

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support - ACLS
  • Basic Life Support – BLS
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support - PALS
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program - NRP

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cosmetic Surgery Nurse Practitioner

A1Body Concierge
12.2023 - Current

Cosmetic Surgery Recovery Registered Nurse

A1Body Concierge
10.2022 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse | PICU,NICU,PACU (Per-Diem)

Broward Health
05.2022 - 12.2023

PACU and Preop Registered Nurse

Memorial Hospital West (Travel Assignment)
01.2022 - 10.2022

PACU and Preop Registered Nurse

Florida Medical Center (Travel Assignment)
06.2021 - 01.2022

PACU Registered Nurse

Snap Nurse (Travel Assignment)
01.2021 - 04.2021

CVPICU Registered Nurse (Travel Assignment)

Nemours Children's Hospital
02.2020 - 09.2020

CVPICU Registered Nurse - Travel Assignment

Children's Minnesota
10.2019 - 02.2020

PACU and Preop Registered Nurse

Baptist Health South Florida (Per Diem)
02.2019 - 07.2022

CVPICU Registered Nurse

Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Miami Children's Hospital
11.2017 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Nursing

Barry University

Master of Science - Nursing

South University
Arlene Arrechea