Christina Ramirez
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Highly experienced PCU nurse with a proven ability to monitor and manage patients with complex medical conditions. Seeking a new opportunity to work with a skilled team bringing quality care to patients in a home health setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN - Pediatrics
Connect Pediatrics
10.2024 - Current
- Provides exceptional nursing services, including medications, as prescribed by a licensed physician to a Pediatric patient in a home setting and/or school facility
- Administer total patient care, Administer Trach and Vent care, Perform suctioning, G/J tube feedings, Administer Nebulizer treatments, Perform CPT and cough assist treatments
- Utilizing strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
- Communicating with family and keeping family members informed
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
RN - Surgical/ Trauma PCU
John Peter Smith Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Providing comprehensive care to 3-4 patients per shift in a high-acuity PCU setting, preparing patients for surgical interventions, managing post-surgical recovery, cardiac conditions, and respiratory support
- Monitoring and interpreting cardiac rhythms and implementing appropriate interventions based on assessments
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans, ensuring continuity of care and optimal outcomes
- Administered medications, titrated IV drips, and performed complex wound care procedures
- Utilized critical thinking and advanced assessment skills to detect and respond to changes in patient conditions promptly
- Serving as a valuable member of the SKINS Committee as an education coordinator and conducting monthly turn audits
Patient Care Tech
John Peter Smith
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Monitoring and documenting a patient's health condition
- Conducting basic health tests such as measuring blood pressure, temperature, and glucose levels
- Assisting with the admission and discharge of patients
- Following infection control and safety procedures to ensure the wellbeing of patients and staff
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Irving, TX01.2022
Skills
- Cardiac monitoring and ECG interpretation
- Tracheostomy care
- PEG site and tube feeding management
- Sterile catheter insertion, care, and management
- Diabetes management and education
- Titrating PCU appropriate medications
- Blood administration
- Infection control
- Respiratory support
- Family education
- Emergency care
- Postoperative care
Certification
- Basic Life Support, 07/01/26
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 10/01/25
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), 08/01/25
Degree
BSN
Personal Information
License: RN
Timeline
RN - Pediatrics
Connect Pediatrics
10.2024 - Current
RN - Surgical/ Trauma PCU
John Peter Smith Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2024
Patient Care Tech
John Peter Smith
04.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
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