Arlin Rangel
Tornillo,TX
Summary
Patient oriented nurse 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. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with progressive care specialty.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCU Registered Nurse
Tenet Health
02.2024 - Current
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitoring cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Certified Medical Assistant
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic environment
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Certified Medical Assistant
Eastside Total Healthcare
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prior Authorizations for medications.
Certified Medical Assistant
West Texas Detention Facility
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Documented vital signs and health history
- Medical Records
- Created medical files and transfer sheets
- PPD administrations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech School of Nursing El Paso
12.2023
Associate of Arts -
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX12.2021
High School Diploma -
Tornillo High School
Tornillo, TX06.2014
Skills
- Performing EKGs
- Basic Life Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Chest Tube Management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Physical Assessment
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
PCU Registered Nurse
Tenet Health
02.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
12.2019 - 08.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Eastside Total Healthcare
10.2017 - 02.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
West Texas Detention Facility
10.2016 - 04.2017
Associate of Arts -
El Paso Community College
High School Diploma -
Tornillo High School
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech School of Nursing El Paso
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