Carmen G. Rodriguez Nieves
Brandon
Summary
Registered nurse with extensive experience in critical and acute care settings. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and executing high-stakes interventions. Bilingual communication abilities foster strong relationships with diverse patient populations, ensuring compassionate care and effective teamwork.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Register Nurse: ICU
HCA Osceola
06.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, following the professional procedures, to obtain, and interpret vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) height, weight and other pertinent patient information.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, prioritized patient care, and allocated resources effectively to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Managed ventilator settings to ensure optimal patient breathing support in critical care.
- Administered medications and treatments to control acute symptoms.
- Started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication In the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), essential medicines are used to treat critically ill patients. Some of the main ones include: Vasopressors: Noradrenaline, dopamine, and vasopressin, which help maintain blood pressure in patients with severe hypotension. Sedatives and analgesics: Propofol, dexmedetomidine, morphine, and fentanyl, used to relieve pain and reduce stress. Broad-spectrum antibiotics: To fight serious infections. Blood thinners: To prevent blood clots from forming. Diuretics: To manage fluid overload. Corticosteroids: To control inflammation. Antiarrhythmics: Amiodarone and others, to stabilize the heart rhythm. These drugs require constant monitoring due to the complexity and delicacy of the patients' condition.
- Completed thorough documentation for assessments, observations, and evaluations ordered by physicians to support informed decision-making.
- Stay calm. It is crucial for nurses to maintain composure to reassure patients and family members as they make critical decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to stabilize patients and deliver comprehensive treatment plans.
- Clear communication. They inform patients, family members, and colleagues about the actions being taken to ensure effective understanding and coordination.
Register Nurse: ICC, Med Surg –PCU (Acute Care)
Orlando Health Hospital DR. Phillips
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, following the professional procedures, to obtain, and interpret vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) height, weight and other pertinent patient information.
- Completed all documentation for assessments, observations, planning and evaluation ordered by physicians.
- Started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication. Administration of High alert medications, Different Drips, such as Vasopressors, such as Cardene Heparin, Insulin Drips etc.
- Explained therapies and procedures to parents/guardians to facilitate informed consent, ensuring adherence to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
- Cared for patients with colostomies, supported psychosocial adjustment, and minimized complications.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
- Performed routine nursing care for patients, utilizing age-specific universal precaution practices.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, prioritized patient care, and effectively allocated resources.
- Actively demonstrated excellent nursing techniques and principles and offered high levels of quality care at all times.
- Cared for patients who were suffering from acute and long-term illnesses and diseases.
- Facilitated feeding procedures to ensure proper nutrition of patients.
- Offered special assistance to patients that had Alzheimer’s disease.
- Provided postmortem care and offered emotional support to relatives.
- Demonstrated high levels of quality care for the insertion and removal of indwelling Foley catheters.
- Documented reports and patient records electronically.
Register Nurse: ICU
Advent Health Kissimmee
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Maintained accurate detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, following the professional procedures, to obtain, and interpret vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) height, weight and other pertinent patient information.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, prioritized patient care, and allocated resources effectively to ensure timely intervention.
- Managed ventilator settings to support patients' respiratory needs in critical care.
- Administered medications and treatments to control acute symptoms.
- Started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication In the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), essential medicines are used to treat critically ill patients. Some of the main ones include: Vasopressors: Noradrenaline, dopamine, and vasopressin, which help maintain blood pressure in patients with severe hypotension. Sedatives and analgesics: Propofol, dexmedetomidine, morphine, and fentanyl, used to relieve pain and reduce stress. Broad-spectrum antibiotics: To fight serious infections. Blood thinners: To prevent blood clots from forming. Diuretics: To manage fluid overload. Corticosteroids: To control inflammation. Antiarrhythmics: Amiodarone and others, to stabilize the heart rhythm. These drugs require constant monitoring due to the complexity and delicacy of the patients' condition.
- Completed all documentation for assessments, observations, planning and evaluation ordered by physicians.
- Stay calm. It is crucial for nurses to maintain composure to reassure patients and family members as they make critical decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to stabilize patients and implement effective treatment plans.
- Clear communication. They inform patients, family members, and colleagues about the actions being taken to ensure effective understanding and coordination.
Registered Nurse: Med Surgical, PCU
Kindred Healthcare Central Hospital
Tampa
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Maintained detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, following professional procedures to accurately obtain and interpret vital signs, height, weight, and other pertinent data.
- Completed all documentation for assessments, observations, planning and evaluation ordered by physicians.
- Care of critical patients monitoring vital signs, heart rhythms and intravenous drips.
- Demonstrated clinical judgment and reasoning skills during patient assessments.
- Prepared patients for examinations, surgeries and other medical procedures.
- Assisted medical doctors with tests and evaluations.
- Carried out physician's orders and worked with other members of the health care team.
- Advocated for patients by identifying and addressing ethical issues in care.
- Addressed human responses to critical illnesses and life-threatening injuries.
- Started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication.
- Explained therapies and procedures to enable parents/guardians to consent to treatment, with knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
- Took care of patients with colostomies, assisted in their psychosocial adjustment, and prevented complications.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
- Provided routine nursing care to patients while utilizing age-specific universal precautions.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, prioritized patient care needs, and effectively allocated resources for optimal patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated exceptional nursing techniques and principles, consistently delivering high-quality care to enhance patient recovery.
- Cared for patients who were suffering from acute and long-term illnesses and diseases.
- Offered special assistance to patients that had Alzheimer’s disease.
- Provided postmortem care and offered emotional support to relatives.
- Demonstrated high levels of quality care for the insertion and removal of indwelling Foley catheters.
Register Nurse Med Surgical –PCU (Acute Care)
Med-Pro Healthcare staffing
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained accurate detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, following the professional procedures, to obtain, and interpret vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) height, weight and other pertinent patient information.
- Documented patient assessments, observations, planning, and evaluations per physician orders to ensure comprehensive care.
- Care of critical patients monitoring vital signs, heart rhythms and intravenous drips, started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication.
- Demonstrated clinical judgment and reasoning skills in patient assessments.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, prioritized workloads and allocated patients appropriately.
- Supported medical doctors in conducting tests and evaluations to facilitate accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Provided care for patients with colostomies, aiding psychosocial adjustment and implementing strategies to prevent complications.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
- Actively demonstrated excellent nursing techniques and principles and offered high levels of quality care at all times.
- Demonstrated high levels of quality care for the insertion and removal of indwelling Foley catheters.
Registered Nurse
Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center of Tampa
Tampa
11.2012 - 07.2018
- Maintained detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, including vital signs, height, weight, and other pertinent data, ensuring compliance with professional procedures.
- Completed all documentation for assessments, observations, planning and evaluation ordered by physicians.
- Inserted, managed, and removed intravenous (IV) lines for administering fluids and medications.
- Educated parents/guardians on therapies and procedures to facilitate informed consent, ensuring adherence to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act guidelines.
- Took care of patients with colostomies, assisted in their psychosocial adjustment, and prevented complications.
- Provided comprehensive wound care by removing sutures, managing postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings to promote healing.
- Provided routine nursing care to patients, utilizing age-specific universal precaution practices.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, prioritized workloads and allocated patients appropriately.
- Actively demonstrated excellent nursing techniques and principles and offered high levels of quality care at all times.
- Provided compassionate care to patients experiencing acute and chronic illnesses.
- Facilitated feeding procedures to ensure proper nutrition of patients.
- Offered special assistance to patients that had Alzheimer’s disease.
- Provided postmortem care and offered emotional support to relatives.
- Demonstrated high levels of quality care for the insertion and removal of indwelling Foley catheters.
- Documented reports and patient records electronically.
Registered Nurse
Alborada Home Health of Tampa Inc.
Tampa
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated nursing techniques and principles, ensuring delivery of high-quality care consistently.
- Maintained accurate detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, following the professional procedures, to obtain, and interpret vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) height, weight and other pertinent patient information.
- Completed all documentation for assessments, observations, planning and evaluation ordered by physicians.
- Explained therapies and procedures to enable parents/guardians to consent to treatment, with knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
- Cared for patients who were suffering from acute and long-term illnesses and diseases.
- Provided care for patients with colostomies, supporting psychosocial adjustment and preventing complications.
- Started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
- Educated parents on disease processes, treatment plans, and medications, enhancing understanding of doctor’s orders.
- Offered special assistance to patients that had Alzheimer’s disease.
Registered Nurse
A&Y Home Health Corp.
Tampa
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Actively demonstrated excellent nursing techniques and principles and offered high levels of quality care at all times.
- Maintained detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, obtaining and interpreting vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure), height, weight, and other pertinent data to support comprehensive patient care.
- Initiated and managed intravenous (IV) lines for administering fluids and medications, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Cared for patients who were suffering from acute and long-term illnesses and diseases.
- Cared for patients with colostomies, facilitating psychosocial adjustment and implementing strategies to prevent complications.
- Explained therapies and procedures to parents/guardians to secure informed consent for treatment, ensuring compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
- Educated parents on disease processes, treatment plans, medication and doctor’s orders.
- Assisted in implementing feeding procedures, ensuring patients received adequate nutrition according to dietary guidelines.
- Provided specialized support to patients with Alzheimer’s disease, enhancing their comfort and understanding during care.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
Registered Nurse
Y & Y Home Health Inc.
Tampa
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Demonstrated nursing techniques and principles, delivering high-quality care consistently.
- Cared for patients who were suffering from acute and long-term illnesses and diseases.
- Cared for patients with colostomies, supporting psychosocial adjustment and preventing complications.
- Started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
- Completed all documentation for assessments, observations, planning and evaluation ordered by physicians.
- Maintained accurate and detailed reports of patients’ medical information, following professional procedures to interpret vital signs, height, weight, and other pertinent information.
- Educated parents on disease processes, treatment plans, medication and doctor’s orders.
- Explained therapies and procedures to enable parents/guardians to consent to treatment, with knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
- Offered special assistance to patients that had Alzheimer’s disease.
Registered Nurse
Ambiance Home Health Care Inc.
Tampa
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Actively demonstrated excellent nursing techniques and principles and offered high levels of quality care at all times.
- Cared for patients who were suffering from acute and long-term illnesses and diseases.
- Took care of patients with colostomies, assisted in their psychosocial adjustment, and prevented complications.
- Initiated and managed intravenous (IV) lines for administering fluids and medications in a clinical setting.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
- Completed documentation for assessments, observations, planning, and evaluations to support physicians’ orders.
- Maintained detailed reports and records of patients’ medical information, ensuring accurate interpretation of vital signs and other pertinent patient information.
- Explained therapies and procedures to enable parents/guardians to consent to treatment, with knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
- Educated parents on disease processes, treatment plans, and medication adherence to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Provided specialized support to patients with Alzheimer’s disease to enhance their comfort and care.
Registered Nurse at the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Puerto Rico Children’s Hospital
Bayamon
04.2010 - 11.2012
- Administered medications and other therapeutic modalities to patients within the legal scope of practice of a registered nurse.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and prioritized patient care.
- Assured the safe administration of blood transfusions following the established policies.
- Provided comprehensive care for patients with acute and chronic illnesses, ensuring comfort and addressing individual health needs.
- Maintained detailed and accurate patient medical records, interpreting vital signs and other pertinent information to support effective clinical decision-making.
- Actively demonstrated excellent nursing techniques and principles and offered high levels of quality care at all times.
- Demonstrated high levels of quality care for the insertion and removal of indwelling Foley catheters.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans and strategies.
- Educated parents on disease processes, treatment plans, and medication, enhancing understanding and promoting adherence to medical advice.
Registered Nurse at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Ashford Presbyterian Community Hospital
San Juan
05.2005 - 04.2010
- Delivered intermediate and special care to ensure optimal recovery of infants and newborns.
- Administered specialized care for infants on supplemental oxygen to enhance respiratory function.
- Assessed and managed the progress of patients and monitored equipment like incubators and ventilators.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans and strategies.
- Administered percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes to infants to maintain proper nutrition.
- Guided parents on disease processes, treatment plans, medication, and doctor’s orders to support informed decision-making.
- Demonstrated high levels of quality care for the insertion and removal of indwelling Foley catheters.
Registered Nurse at the Adult Intensive Care Unit
Ashford Presbyterian Community Hospital
San Juan
05.2005 - 04.2010
- Managed respiratory and ventilator monitoring for patients.
- Administered chemotherapy and educated patients and their families about this form of therapy.
- Demonstrated high levels of quality care for the insertion and removal of indwelling Foley catheters.
- Managed care for patients with ulcers and traumatic wounds, promoting healing and minimizing complications.
- Provided comprehensive care for patients with colostomies, facilitating psychosocial adjustment and complication prevention.
- Ensured safe and sterile placement and removal of nasogastric and orogastric tubes, enhancing patient comfort and reducing infection risks.
- Performed routine nursing care to assigned patients, while utilizing age specific universal precaution practices at all times.
- Documented reports and patient records electronically.
Medical Surgical Nurse
Ashford Presbyterian Community Hospital
San Juan
04.2004 - 05.2005
- Assisted medical doctors with tests and evaluations, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
- Executed physician orders and collaborated with health care team to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Started, maintained, and discontinued intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication, blood, and blood products.
- Offered proper wound care, removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning wounds, and applying sterile dressings.
- Documented assessments, observations, and evaluations, ensuring compliance with medical standards and facilitating continuity of care.
- Prepared patients for examinations, surgeries and other medical procedures.
- Explained therapies and procedures to enable parents/guardians to consent to treatment, with knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Melendez Nursing Home
Rio Grande
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Monitored vital signs, promptly communicating changes to nursing staff.
- Assessed and reported on patient conditions to enable timely interventions and care adjustments.
- Delivered compassionate care during primary care routines, focusing on patient comfort and support.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' well-being.
Education
Advance Family Nurse Practitioner - Advance Family Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA09-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan University
Cupey, San Juan, PR01-2011
Associate Degree - Nursing
Metropolitan University
Cupey, San Juan, PR01-2007
Practical Nursing -
Institute of Banking
Fajardo, PR01-2003
Skills
- Critical care experience
- Adult critical care
- Adult patient care
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Epic system knowledge
- PointClickCare expertise
- Meditech proficiency
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Internet research skills
- Bilingual English Spanish
Certification
- Florida Registered Nurse License, Active
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Emergency Management (U.S. Department of Homeland Security) FEMA
- Critical Care Nursing
- The Adult ECG Rhythms
- The Ventilator Pulmonary & Tracheotomy
- Pediatric and Neonatal Critical Care
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- PALS
- The Pediatric ECG Rhythms
- Pain Management
- Transfusion of Blood
- NIHSS Certification
References
Furnished upon request.
Timeline
Register Nurse: ICU
HCA Osceola
06.2025 - Current
Register Nurse: ICU
Advent Health Kissimmee
01.2025 - 12.2025
Register Nurse: ICC, Med Surg –PCU (Acute Care)
Orlando Health Hospital DR. Phillips
05.2022 - Current
Register Nurse Med Surgical –PCU (Acute Care)
Med-Pro Healthcare staffing
10.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse: Med Surgical, PCU
Kindred Healthcare Central Hospital
07.2018 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Alborada Home Health of Tampa Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse
A&Y Home Health Corp.
02.2014 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Y & Y Home Health Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Ambiance Home Health Care Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse
Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center of Tampa
11.2012 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse at the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Puerto Rico Children’s Hospital
04.2010 - 11.2012
Registered Nurse at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Ashford Presbyterian Community Hospital
05.2005 - 04.2010
Registered Nurse at the Adult Intensive Care Unit
Ashford Presbyterian Community Hospital
05.2005 - 04.2010
Medical Surgical Nurse
Ashford Presbyterian Community Hospital
04.2004 - 05.2005
Certified Nurse Assistant
Melendez Nursing Home
01.2002 - 01.2003
Advance Family Nurse Practitioner - Advance Family Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Metropolitan University
Practical Nursing -
Institute of Banking