Camila Romero Ruiz
Registered Nurse
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated resource and staff nurse, seeking the opportunity to utilize diverse knowledge and experience, including clinical nursing, teaching, evaluation, and leadership, to have a positive impact on the development of healthcare professionals, and ultimately improve overall patient care and outcomes. Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 2.5 and 8 years of direct patient care experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry advancements while sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Maximized resource utilization by evaluating staffing patterns, equipment availability, and budgetary constraints.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through continuous monitoring of clinical practice guidelines adherence.
- Addressed performance issues among nursing staff through constructive feedback during evaluations or informal coaching sessions.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and physicians to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.
- Provided comprehensive patient education on disease management, medication administration, and self-care techniques.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and implementation of best practices.
- Coordinated seamless transitions of care across various healthcare settings by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
Trauma Burn ICU Nurse
HCA Kendall Florida Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Provide direct medical care to patients needing intensive medical treatment, including those with respiratory failure, traumatic brain injuries, post operative traumatic cases, multiorgan failure, CCRT and complex burn patients
- Ventilator Management.Trained in specialized ICU IV titration medications
- Complex wound care on acute and postoperative burn patients
- Fluid Resuscitation and maintenance on acute burn patients
- Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall ICU operations and patient care delivery systems.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
- Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Reduced ICU readmissions through thorough patient assessments and comprehensive discharge planning.
Senior Phlebotomist
West Kendall Baptist Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2022
- My duties include processing, preparing, labeling, and storing patient specimens and samples according to departmental procedures for subsequent analysis by Clinical Laboratory staff
- Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures like venipuncture, techniques using standard equipment like vacutainer tubes and sleeves, tourniquets, syringes and butterfly needles
- Utilize standard procedure for the maintenance and positive identification of patients
- Enter test information into the computer and search computer files; answer phone and direct calls; and perform related clerical tasks
- Handle the blood specimens for testing, disposal and later shipping of specimens.
- Improved safety standards through consistent adherence to infection control protocols and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Utilized excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with diverse populations of patients from different cultural backgrounds or age groups.
Medical Assistant/Research Coordinator
Global Medical Institute, LLC
04.2016 - 01.2017
- My duties included scheduling appointments, obtaining blood samples, perform data entry, measure and record vital signs, clean exam rooms, and answering phone calls
- Worked with the manager to modify and improve operating procedures
- Presented overall audit to clinical policy and oversight committee and departmental managers.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
Education
Associates in Nursing Degree -
Carleen Health Institute of South Florida
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
05.2001 -
Skills
Detail Oriented
Patient Care Assessment
Accurate Documentation
Decision Making
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Patient Condition Monitoring
Compassionate and Caring
Medication Administration
Infection Control Procedures
Ventilator Management
IV Titration
Strong Patient Advocate
Wound Care
Microsoft Office
Medical Records
Typing (40wpm)
Customer Service Skills
Telephone Skills
Bilingual
Fast learner
Patient Care Assessment
Resource Utilization
Intravenous therapy
End of life care
Family Support
Clinical judgment
Emergency Interventions
Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
Pain Management
Certification
Registered Nurse #RN9581432
Continuing Education
- Preventing Medical Errors
- HIV/AIDS Management
- Domestic Violence Management
- OSHA Regulations and Bloodborne Pathogens
References
- Neilyn Quintero, CNC HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
- Joan Howard, CNC HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
- Antonio Lefevre Medical ICU, Registered Nurse at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Trauma Burn ICU Nurse
HCA Kendall Florida Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Senior Phlebotomist
West Kendall Baptist Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2022
Medical Assistant/Research Coordinator
Global Medical Institute, LLC
04.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
05.2001 -
Associates in Nursing Degree -
Carleen Health Institute of South Florida