Cesar Vera
Portland
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department RN
Providence Willamette Falls Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Demonstrates accurate assessment skills, appropriate to the age of the patient, based on scientific facts and principles
- Performs and documents ongoing assessments including observation, physical examination, laboratory/test results, and patient response to procedural intervention
- Participates in the identification and clarification of patient needs, as evidenced by participation in multidisciplinary care planning, to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Implements, reviews and revises plan of care according to change in patient’s status
- Implements plan of care according to identified physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs/ Prioritizes nursing interventions commensurate with the patient's needs
- Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills through the presentation of pertinent information
- Coordinates and documents appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after discharge
- Shares knowledge and acts as a professional resource to other members of the health care team.
Patient Care Assistant
Scripps Hospital Encinitas
10.2021 - 02.2022
- The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent service to patients
- As a Patient Care Assistant, I provided excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team
- Assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living collects data and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment
- Assists with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician
- Supports the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties.
Veterinary Technician
Rose Canyon Animal Hospital
12.2017 - 08.2021
- Placement of Intravenous Catheters so ensure patent IV access
- Perform blood draws for lab tests and other procedures
- Administer intramuscular, Intravenous, and Subcutaneous injections/vaccinations
- Check-in owners for a pet exam and obtain a history of symptoms for Veterinary evaluation
- Assist Registered Veterinary Technician in gathering and dosing pre-medications for Surgery
- Monitor patients while under general anesthesia for surgery by: Obtaining Vital signs, adjusting fluid pump to specified fluid rate, and assisting Veterinarian.
Instructional Aide
K&L Care, Inc.
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Worked one-on-one with clients diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and any related Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- Assisted the Case Supervisor in accurately documenting and transcribing the client’s visit
- Utilized Discrete Trial Training to effectively communicate K&L’s curriculum
- Assisted clients in reaching their developmental goals
- Coordinated outings with clients and integrated real-life scenarios to develop their social and financial skills.
Range of Motion Tech
Golden State Sports Injury
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Conducted range of motion exams on patients
- Performed Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) to assess a patient’s strength, flexibility, fitness, and ability to perform work-related tasks
- Submitted Request for Authorization forms and FCE requests to insurance companies
- Administered phone calls to patients and insurance companies.
Education
BSN -
University of Massachusetts Global
San Diego, CA12.2022
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA08.2016
Birmingham High School
Lake Balboa, CA05.2013
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Ultrasound IVs
- Critical Thinking
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- NIHSS
- Oregon Registered Nurse License
- ECG Certified
- AHA ACLS
- AHA BLS
- AHA PALS
- Emergency Medical Technician
- World Health Organization: Standard Precautions Hand Hygiene
- WHO Covid-19: How to put on and remove personal protective equipment
- Mental Health First Aid
Timeline
Emergency Department RN
Providence Willamette Falls Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Scripps Hospital Encinitas
10.2021 - 02.2022
Veterinary Technician
Rose Canyon Animal Hospital
12.2017 - 08.2021
Instructional Aide
K&L Care, Inc.
03.2016 - 08.2016
Range of Motion Tech
Golden State Sports Injury
07.2015 - 12.2015
BSN -
University of Massachusetts Global
San Diego Mesa College
Birmingham High School
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