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Certification
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Catherine Franco

El Paso,TX

Summary

Professional nurse with specialized expertise in labor and delivery. Proven track record of delivering compassionate and effective care while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, monitoring, and emergency interventions, with calm and reliable approach in high-pressure situations.

Compassionate professional with extensive experience in providing comprehensive care to patients throughout labor and delivery. Adept at monitoring and assessing patient progress, providing comfort and support to patients and families, and coordinating patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Tenet Health
06.2023 - Current
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
  • Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
  • Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.

Nurse Extern

Tenet Health
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
  • Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
  • Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
  • Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.

Animal Protection Officer

City Of El Paso
08.2014 - 02.2021
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies during investigations and emergencies, fostering positive working relationships.
  • Conducted regular safety drills for staff and visitors, promoting preparedness and awareness of emergency procedures.
  • Trained new Protection Officers on company policies, standard operating procedures, and best practices for effective security operations.
  • Conducted detailed incident reports following any security-related occurrences, providing recommendations for future prevention strategies.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention-to-detail within daily tasks, contributing to a reduction in security vulnerabilities.
  • Increased knowledge of emerging threats through continuous training sessions that improved adaptability in diverse situations.
  • Implemented strong interpersonal skills to manage conflicts professionally when resolving disputes between individuals onsite.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company guidelines while executing all protection duties effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
05-2023

Associate of Science - Biological Sciences

EL Paso Community Collage
El Paso, TX
05.2017

High School Diploma -

Montwood High School
El Paso, TX
05-2008

Skills

  • Obstetric emergency response
  • Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
  • Intrapartum care
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Emergency diagnostics
  • Procedure assistance
  • CPR/AED
  • Surgical assistance
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Medical procedure preparation
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Vitals monitoring

Accomplishments

  • Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • BLS
  • ACLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Tenet Health
06.2023 - Current

Nurse Extern

Tenet Health
10.2022 - 06.2023

Animal Protection Officer

City Of El Paso
08.2014 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At El Paso

Associate of Science - Biological Sciences

EL Paso Community Collage

High School Diploma -

Montwood High School
Catherine Franco