Astrid Andrea Sanchez, RN
McAllen,TX
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable Registered Nurse ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with proficiency in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance (DHR Health)
Edinburg, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) transitional holding unit designed to provide focused monitoring and treatment for patients expected to be discharged within a brief period. It cares for telemetry and medical-surgical patients receiving IV antibiotics, undergoing procedures such as cardiac catheterization or surgery, or requiring short-term medical management. The unit is fast paced, with frequent admissions and discharges, emphasizing efficient, professional care and safe patient transitions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition and reporting to healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments of patient needs.
Student Nurse Technician
Mission Regional Medical Center
Mission, TX
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks and daily activities to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions for patients.
- Supported the administration of medications under supervision, ensuring accuracy in dosage and timing.
Clinical Rotations
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Brownsville, TX
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Executed medication administration via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
Teacher's Assistant
Child Development Center UTRGV
Edinburg, TX
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Education
Associate Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX12.2023
Pre-Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TXHigh School Diploma -
McAllen Memorial High School
McAllen, TX06.2019
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Staff supervision
Certification
Registered Nurse (Texas Board of Nursing)- Compact License #1146127
Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) - American Heart Association - Valid through 12/26
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association - Valid through 12/26
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance (DHR Health)
07.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Technician
Mission Regional Medical Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Clinical Rotations
Valley Baptist Medical Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Child Development Center UTRGV
01.2020 - 08.2020
Associate Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Texas Southmost College
Pre-Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
High School Diploma -
McAllen Memorial High School