C'IERA RODRIGUEZ
Summary
Competent and caring professional offering several years of coordinating and carrying out patient care in high-volume hospital environments. Demonstrated performing with speed and accuracy to assess patients, deliver treatments, and delegate tasks. Proven history of advocating for patient needs and fostering top-quality care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Northwest Texas Hospital
AMARILLO, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or classes related to emergency nursing practices.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Facilitated discharge planning process to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety and infection control measures.
Certified Nursing Aide
Northwest Texas Hospital
AMARILLO, TX
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained cleanliness of resident rooms by making beds, cleaning bathrooms and changing linen regularly.
- Helped patients with daily living tasks such as dressing, eating, toileting and ambulating safely.
- Reported any changes in the patient's condition to a registered nurse.
- Monitored dietary intake of assigned patients according to physician orders.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare team members regarding patient needs.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to patient requests quickly.
Lead Phlebotomist
Northwest Texas Hospital
AMARILLO, TX
05.2021 - 11.2023
- Training new members of the phlebotomy team on laboratory procedures and protocols.
- Assisted in the training of new employees or students in the Phlebotomy department.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, standards and guidelines related to phlebotomy services.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures for specimen collection and testing.
- Monitored the inventory of supplies and equipment used for phlebotomy services.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Provided education to patients about phlebotomy procedures and answered questions as needed.
Medication Aide
PATRIOT NURSING
AMARILLO, TX
01.2020 - 11.2023
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
Certified Nurse Aide
Hereford Regional Medical Center
HEREFORD, TX
12.2015 - 10.2017
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted in changing bed linens, turning and repositioning of bedridden patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of all patient information.
- Maintained patient records including vital signs, intake and output measurements and other data.
- Recorded food and fluid intake and output accurately throughout shift.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urine analysis and glucose monitoring.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics when transferring, lifting, positioning or ambulating patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX12-2023
Bachelor of Science - HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05-2019
Associate of Science -
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX05-2017
Skills
- Airway Management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Student Precepting
- Trauma recovery
- Wound Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Trauma care
- Emergency Care
- Patient Stabilization
Certification
- TNCC
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Northwest Texas Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Aide
Northwest Texas Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2023
Lead Phlebotomist
Northwest Texas Hospital
05.2021 - 11.2023
Medication Aide
PATRIOT NURSING
01.2020 - 11.2023
Certified Nurse Aide
Hereford Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
West Texas A&M University
Associate of Science -
Amarillo College
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