Hardworking nursing professional bringing 15+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to NICU patients. Knowledgeable and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs with care and empathy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse - NICU
HCA FL Northwest Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Performed various nursing interventions such as vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Senior Staff Nurse - PERI-OP
Weston Cosmetic Surgery Center
01.2013 - 01.2017
Provided nursing care to surgical patients
Completed pre- and post- operative procedures and patient education
Performed physical assessment and monitored recovery progress, fluid balance
Tracked lab values and test results, updating physicians when appropriate
Administered medications/ IV fluids, inserted Foley catheters
Sterilized surgical instruments and assisted in nonsurgical procedures
Ordered and stocked supplies for OR as well as anesthesia and patient examination rooms.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
HCA FL Northwest Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
Assessed patient prior to surgery
Ensured all consents are appropriately and legibly written and signed
Initiated time out to serve as a final verification of correct patient, procedure and site
Set up room for procedure ensuring proper instruments and equipment are readily available as per surgeons request
Provided comfort to patient during transport into operating room to help create a safe environment.
Assisted anesthesiologist during induction if necessary
Positioned and prepped patient as per surgeon specifications
Ensure sterile technique is never broken for continuous patient safety
Staff Nurse - Cardiac Step Down, IMCU
HCA FL Westside Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2011
Provided direct nursing care to patients with varied diagnosis
Executed prompt, precise, and organized intervention of urgent medical situations
Determined patient needs using the nursing process and created plan of care accordingly
Educated patient and families on disease prevention, healthy diet and exercise, and lifestyle changes
Responsible for providing supervision of patient care assistant and nursing students
Floated to OrthoNeuro, Telemetry, Oncology, ICU
Assisted with education of CPOE computer system for both nurses and physicians.
Staff Nurse
M.D. Clinical
01.2009 - 01.2011
Assessed patients, took and recorded vitals
Monitored patient activities during overnight stays
Administered medications
Archived patient records
Procured confidentiality prior to offsite pickup.
Patient Care Associate
PICU
01.2005 - 01.2007
Assisted nurses with Vitals
Performed glucose checks
Aided patients with feedings and changing of linens
Assisted with turning and positioning patients
Helped to maintain a clean and comfortable environment for patients and staff
Helped to set up rooms for new admits
Assisted with admission, transfers and discharge process.
07.2019 - Current
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Broward College
Davie, FL
01.2009
Skills
Family-centered care
Quality Improvement
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Multitasking
Certification
Registered Nurse, Fl Lic. #9300295, 04/2025
S.T.A.B.L.E. Learner/Provider, 06/30/2025
NRP for Healthcare Providers, 06/30/2025
ACLS for Healthcare Providers, 02/2026
BLS for Healthcare Providers, 02/2026
Peri-Operative Nurse Specialty Course
Nurse Specialty Critical Care Didactic Course
Advanced Simulation Workshop for Critical Care Nurses
Timeline
07.2019 - Current
Staff Nurse - NICU
HCA FL Northwest Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse - PERI-OP
Weston Cosmetic Surgery Center
01.2013 - 01.2017
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
HCA FL Northwest Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
Staff Nurse - Cardiac Step Down, IMCU
HCA FL Westside Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2011
Staff Nurse
M.D. Clinical
01.2009 - 01.2011
Patient Care Associate
PICU
01.2005 - 01.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Broward College
Registered Nurse, Fl Lic. #9300295, 04/2025
S.T.A.B.L.E. Learner/Provider, 06/30/2025
NRP for Healthcare Providers, 06/30/2025
ACLS for Healthcare Providers, 02/2026
BLS for Healthcare Providers, 02/2026
Peri-Operative Nurse Specialty Course
Nurse Specialty Critical Care Didactic Course
Advanced Simulation Workshop for Critical Care Nurses
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