Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Resolved conflicts between nursing staff members by providing guidance and direction as needed.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse/Nurse Preceptor
CHRISTUS Children’s
San Antonio, Texas
07.2019 - Current
Manage care of pediatric patients before and after surgical procedures.
Manage postoperative pain following procedures such as: appendectomy’s, tonsillectomy’s, spinal fusions, and other orthopedic, urological, and gastrointestinal surgeries.
Perform IV medication administration, chest tube care, tracheostomy care, g-tube care, and general medication administration.
Coordinate and perform patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, WA
10.2022 - 02.2023
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Floated to multiple units throughout work contract, such as Hematology, Medical, Surgical, and Respiratory Units.
Utilized Epic charting software to document on patient care and key documents for patient's charts
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Children's Hospital of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
11.2020 - 01.2021
Administered COVID-19 vaccinations to large group of individuals daily.
Monitored individuals for adverse reactions following vaccination.
Organized work flow of vaccine clinic to promote increase number of vaccinated patients per hour.
Courier / Office Clerk
AC Express Couriers
San Antonio, Texas
05.2015 - 05.2017
Coordinated parcel delivery using strong time management skills.
Developed delivery route understanding to avoid high traffic and construction areas.
Collaborated with dispatch and team members to coordinate different routes and reallocate pickups and drop-offs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX
05.2019
High School Diploma -
Incarnate Word High School
San Antonio, TX
05.2015
Skills
Compassionate
Reliable
Team Player
Dedicated
Accomplishments
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