AURA ROMERO
Brandon,FL
Summary
Patient-focused Nursing Student, Medical Assistant and Patient Care Technician delivering high-quality support in dermatology and neuro critical care. Proficient in clinical documentation, patient education, and vital signs management while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams. Bilingual in English and Spanish, recognized for professionalism, empathy, and attentive patient service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician - Neuro ICU
Tampa General Hospital
06.2026 - Current
- Provided direct care to critically ill neurological patients, assisting with hygiene, mobility, repositioning, feeding, and implementing fall-prevention interventions to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Obtained and documented vital signs, blood glucose measurements, intake and output, EKGs, and specimens, ensuring adherence to patient safety and infection-control standards.
- Recognized and reported changes in neurological status, behavior, or overall condition to registered nurse, collaborating with interdisciplinary care team to ensure timely interventions.
Medical Assistant - Dermatology
USF Tampa General Physicians
10.2025 - 06.2026
- Prepared examination and procedure rooms, maintained sterile supplies, and assisted providers during dermatologic examinations and minor procedures to facilitate safe and efficient patient care.
- Completed patient intake, medication reconciliation, histories, vital signs, and ensured accurate real-time documentation in electronic medical record to support patient care.
- Educated patients on medications, wound care, skincare regimens, follow-up instructions, referrals, and laboratory testing to empower patients in managing their health.
Medical Assistant
PH Dermatology
05.2024 - 10.2025
- Assisted dermatology providers with biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, injections, specimen handling, and post-procedure care in a high-volume outpatient setting.
- Coordinated room turnover, supply readiness, inventory management, scheduling, insurance verification, and EMR documentation to enhance clinic flow.
- Established patient trust through effective communication, compassionate care, and tailored education on treatment plans and skincare.
Patient Care Technician (CNA)
Tampa General Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered bedside care encompassing activities of daily living, mobility assistance, and vital signs monitoring to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Responded promptly to call lights and communicated changes in patient condition to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL08-2027
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences - Biology & Health Administration, Minor in Psychology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12-2025
Skills
- Patient care coordination
- Surgical assistance
- Skin biopsy assistance
- Clinical coordination
- Medical documentation
- Effective communication
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- First Aid/CPR
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical terminology
- Cosmetic assistance
- Suture care
- Patient education
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | BLS Certified | Psychological First Aid - University of Minnesota | FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Certified | HIPAA Trained
Timeline
Patient Care Technician - Neuro ICU
Tampa General Hospital
06.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant - Dermatology
USF Tampa General Physicians
10.2025 - 06.2026
Medical Assistant
PH Dermatology
05.2024 - 10.2025
Patient Care Technician (CNA)
Tampa General Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences - Biology & Health Administration, Minor in Psychology
University of South Florida