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Beatriz Escalera

Holt,Mi

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for elderly residents in long term care facility. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Enthusiastic geriatric nurse offering 17 years of experience putting patients at ease and providing effective communication, effectively able to gain insight into personal health complaints, issues, concerns, and symptoms. Adept at promoting active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills. Dedicated to providing top-quality care within a multidisciplinary team environment. I am interested in a career opportunity in the healthcare industry as an infusion nurse, adding skills to my nursing career. In my profession, I am well-versed in a wide range of procedures. My skills include preparing surgical suites per procedure and the surgeon's instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. I have experience in IV insertion and administration, and I am familiar with PICC lines and dressing changes. Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within a setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillset dedicated to providing top-quality care within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Lansing, MI
05.2006 - Current

Recorded patients' vital statistics and test results in medical records. Provided palliative care in inpatient settings, ranging from assessment to the development and implementation of care plans. Sound, ethical, and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Supervise and delegate tasks to nursing assistants. Mentor new nurses on the floor. Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Tested glucose and administered injections. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.

  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with physicians.
  • IV medication administration and IV insertion.

Surgical Technologist

Ingham Regional Medical Center
Lansing, MI
10.2001 - 04.2005

Handled the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. Have necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Education

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MI
2013

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI
2006

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Baker College
Mount Clemens, MI
06.2001

Skills

  • Skilled in conducting physical examinations
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Culturally sensitive
  • Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Wound cleaning and care expertise
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • OR experience
  • Medication administration
  • Computer skills in electronic medication records
  • Excellent communication skills
  • IV insertion and administration

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan, License number 4704267896

CPR certified through American Red Cross

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ingham County Medical Care Facility
05.2006 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Ingham Regional Medical Center
10.2001 - 04.2005

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

University of Michigan - Flint

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lansing Community College

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Baker College
Beatriz Escalera