Bre Diaz
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with several years of experience in trauma and emergency care, seeking to transition into a Trauma Education Specialist role. Board Certified in Trauma Nursing and fluent in Spanish, allowing for effective communication and support for diverse patient populations. Demonstrated expertise in providing patient-centered care in fast-paced environments, with a strong understanding of the physical and psychological impacts of trauma. Actively involved in triage and practice councils, contributing to the enhancement of protocols and team training. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence in trauma care education and empowering healthcare professionals to provide high-quality patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
University of Kansas Health System (TUKHS)
Kansas City, KS
07.2021 - Current
- Provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment at a Level I trauma center with over 150-200 patients per day
- Assess and triage patients, administer medications, and perform various medical procedures
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare team to advocate for and ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements through EMR auditing
- Supervise (validate) medical students, colleagues, and other clinical support members in essential educational skills such as triage and ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheters
- Relieve for Flow Coordinator- managing patient flow through the department and ensuring efficient triage processes to optimize care delivery
- Provide comprehensive discharge education, including medication management, follow-up care, and lifestyle modifications to promote recovery and prevent readmission.
- Educate patients and families on recognizing emergency symptoms and appropriate responses, fostering self-advocacy, and preparedness.
- Serve as a bilingual liaison, translating healthcare outcomes and medical needs for Spanish-speaking patients to ensure clarity and engagement with treatment plans
Public Health Consultant - COVID-19 CI
Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE)
Topeka, KS
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed a monthly caseload of 80-100 Kansas residents for contact tracing, data analysis, and community outreach initiatives
- Assisted in public health efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic by educating the community on preventative measures and new developments
- Actively engaged in supporting individuals, families, and communities during the isolation period and assisted in reintegration into social settings
Research Assistant
Biofluidica Inc
Lawrence, KS
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Created microfluidic chips used for liquid biopsies for identifying biomarkers of different types of cancer
- Contributed to data collection, analysis, and interpretation using techniques such as fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, and image analysis software
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineers, scientists, and product developers to troubleshoot technical challenges and optimize experimental protocols
Research Assistant
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted in research projects focused on the efficiency of microfluidic chips in identifying biomarkers in liquid biopsies
- Conducted experiments, collected data, and analyzed statistical results under the supervision of senior researchers
- Contributed to publications and presentations based on research findings of root cause analysis and evidence-based practices
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2021
Skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Provide trauma-informed and patient-centered care
- Ability to work efficiently in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Provide trauma-informed and patient-centered care
Certification
- Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN)
Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN), Certification Valid Until Feb 2028 - Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart Association, Certification Valid Until June 2026 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
American Heart Association, Certification Valid Until June 2026 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
American Heart Association, Certification Valid Until June 2026 - Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Emergency Nurses Association, Certification Valid Until Dec 2025 - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
Emergency Nurses Association, Certification Valid Until March 2028 - Ultrasound for Vascular Access Certification
The Teleflex Academy & TUKHS, Certification Valid Until June 2027
Affiliations
- Triage Co-chair at TUKHS Emergency Department
- Practice Council member at The University of Kansas Health System
- Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) 2024
- Presented at the University of Kansas Undergraduate Research Symposium in 2018: “Microfluidic-Based Analysis of Circulating Tumor Cells” mentored by Dr. Malgorzata Witek
References
References available upon request.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
University of Kansas Health System (TUKHS)
07.2021 - Current
Public Health Consultant - COVID-19 CI
Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE)
06.2020 - 08.2021
Research Assistant
Biofluidica Inc
10.2017 - 07.2019
Research Assistant
University of Kansas
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kansas
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