Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Candice Ruffin

Rosharon,TX

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in pediatrics, with desire to expand my career with providing care to the adult population. Adept at conducting thorough patient assessments and administering medications as per established protocols. Engaged in developing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring optimal recovery experiences. Maintained accurate clinical documentation to support continuity of care and compliance with healthcare regulations. Focused on fostering a supportive environment for patients and families during the recovery phase.

Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Trusted Health
Houston , TX
05.2025 - Current
  • Pediatric post anesthesia care unit (Texas Children’s Hospital- local contract)

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann
Houston, Texas
08.2017 - 04.2025
  • Pediatric post anesthesia care unit (PACU)

Registered Nurse

MD Anderson
Houston, Texas
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Pediatric ambulatory treatment center. (Adolescents and young adults)

Registered Nurse

Texas Children’s Hospital (health plan)
Houston, Texas
04.2016 - 06.2017
  • Triaged walk-in patients in a clinic setting
  • Planned and implemented care for assigned (scheduled) patients.
  • Followed up with patients to ensure continuity of care.

Registered Nurse

Texas Children’s Hospital
Houston, Texas
05.2011 - 04.2016
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients. (Hematology/oncology inpatient unit)
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS
12-2002

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Care planning
  • Clinical documentation

Certification

  • PALS
  • BLS
  • ACLS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Trusted Health
05.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

MD Anderson
08.2021 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann
08.2017 - 04.2025

Registered Nurse

Texas Children’s Hospital (health plan)
04.2016 - 06.2017

Registered Nurse

Texas Children’s Hospital
05.2011 - 04.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Meridian Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington
Candice Ruffin