Charo Flores
Newhall,CA
Summary
Compassionate Critical Care Nurse with background in providing care in high-stress environments. Skilled in rapidly assessing patient conditions and developing immediate care plans. Strengths include effective communication, teamwork, and ability to stay calm under pressure. Contributed to improved patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and proactive interventions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southern California Hospital
Culver City, USA
11.2023 - Current
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss best practices related to critical care management.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising physician immediately.
- Monitored and documented changes in patients' conditions, ensuring accurate and comprehensive patient records.
- Educated and supervised less-skilled healthcare personnel, ensuring delivery of high-quality nursing care.
- Facilitated effective communication among patients, families, and healthcare professionals, improving understanding of treatment options. between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients.
- Conducted educational sessions on health topics, disease prevention, and improvement programs for individuals and families.
Registered Nurse
TriCare Home Health Services
Burbank, USA
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Supported patients with chronic illness management, optimizing quality of life.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Lead Concierge Registered Nurse
Flow Health
Culver City, USA
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Coordinated on-site testing activities, optimizing workflow and patient experience
- Perform on site individual and group rapid Antigen testing
- Obtained PCR specimens for COVID-19 testing, ensuring accurate results for patient care
- Educated patients on virus prevention measures, enhancing community health awareness
Registered Nurse | Covid Testing Team
Warner Bros.
Los Angeles, USA
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Facilitated smooth testing process by welcoming cast and crew and explaining testing procedures
- Perform Rapid testing for COVID-19 on site
- Obtain specimens needed for Rapid and PCR test via Oral, Nasal or Nasopharyngeal route
- Check Specimen tubes for patient information accuracy before sending samples to the assigned laboratory
- Address any questions and/or concerns related to testing
- Ensure privacy of patient data while handling specimens with patient information
- Collected and communicated lab results to Health Safety Supervisor to ensure timely follow-up and care
- Recorded test results in EMR for accurate patient tracking and data management
Registered Nurse | DOU Stepdown unit
Centinela Hospital
Los Angeles, USA
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided nursing care by applying the nursing process according to established standards of care, policies, and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients' needs while coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Assessed patient responses to evaluate intervention effectiveness, ensuring optimal care adjustments.
- Adjusted workflows to align with evolving hospital systems, enhancing patient care delivery.
- Applied effective work habits and clinical skills to support team objectives and enhance patient outcomes.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Supported organizational goals by embodying Centinela's vision in daily activities.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA05-2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- IV medication titration
- Airway management
- IV Insertion
- NG Tube placement
- Chest tube management
- Wound Care
- G-tube care
- Clinical documentation
- End-of-life care
- Patient and family education
Certification
- Registered Nurse License
- First Aid CPR/AED - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southern California Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
TriCare Home Health Services
07.2023 - 05.2025
Lead Concierge Registered Nurse
Flow Health
10.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse | Covid Testing Team
Warner Bros.
09.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse | DOU Stepdown unit
Centinela Hospital
11.2019 - 04.2020
Associates Degree - Nursing
Los Angeles Southwest College