Crimilda Rivera

• Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
• Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
• Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
• Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
• Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
• Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
• Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
• Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
• Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
• Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
• Conducted research studies related to new treatments or techniques for improving patient outcomes.
• Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
• Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
• Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
• Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
• Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
• Assessed patient conditions and implemented appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provided direct care to pediatric patients with complex medical needs.
• Developed, monitored, and evaluated individualized patient plans of care.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and medications.
• Administered intravenous fluids, medications, and blood products as ordered by physicians.
• Performed physical assessments including vital signs monitoring.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate quality patient care.
• Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in decision making regarding patient care.
• Counseled families on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
• Monitored clinical outcomes for pediatric patients in critical condition.
• Updated medical records according to hospital policy standards.
• Ensured compliance with infection control protocols.
• Maintained a safe environment for PICU patients.
• Provided emotional support to children and their family members during difficult times.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing acute changes in vital signs.
• Implemented pain management techniques for pediatric patients.
• Performed bedside procedures such as endotracheal intubation or chest tube insertion.
• Analyzed laboratory results and other diagnostic data to identify potential issues or concerns.
• Communicated effectively with healthcare providers regarding patient status updates.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
• Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
• Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
• Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.

• Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, and IV therapy.
• Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.

•Circulate nurse in OR during the surgery or procedure

• Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
• Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
• Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
• Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
• Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

•Handing and provide sterile materials during each surgery

•Transfer the patient to the recovery room with the anesthesia crew

• Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
• Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
• Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
• Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
• Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
• Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
• Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Assessed patient's physical and emotional condition on a daily basis.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, and other medical interventions.
• Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
• Coordinated patient discharge planning activities such as arranging follow-up appointments or home health services.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and therapies administered to patients.
• Educated family members on post-discharge care instructions for their loved ones.
• Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising physician immediately.
• Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
• Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
• Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment findings that addressed the needs of each patient served.
• Collaborated with other healthcare team members regarding treatment plans for each patient served.
• Assisted with intubation procedures when needed using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Provided emotional support to families during difficult situations involving critical illness or end-of-life care decisions.
• Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss best practices related to critical care management.
• Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve outcomes for critically ill patients.
• Instructed students on proper techniques related to critical care nursing skills.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients.
• Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
• Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
• Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
• Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
• Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
• Administered care to patients suffering from catastrophic traumatic injuries.
• Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
• Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medical procedures, and self-care skills.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
• Managed the administration of blood products and monitored patients for adverse reactions.
• Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
• Monitored patient vital signs, assessing and responding to changes in patient conditions promptly.
• Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Implemented advanced life support techniques and interventions during emergency situations to stabilize patients.
• Ensured strict compliance with infection control protocols to protect patients, staff, and visitors.
• Applied evidence-based practices to wound care, preventing infections and promoting healing.
• Managed the care of patients on mechanical ventilation, optimizing respiratory function and monitoring for complications.
• Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients, including those with complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Operated and monitored life support systems and medical devices specific to the critical care setting.
• Maintained detailed patient records, documenting care provided and patient progress.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
• Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.

• Assessed and monitored patients' physical and emotional health conditions.
• Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
• Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop patient treatment plans.
• Educated and informed patients about their diagnosis, medications, treatments and follow-up care instructions.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
• Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
• Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures when needed.
• Performed routine laboratory testing on blood samples to assist with diagnoses or monitor progress of treatment plans.
• Assisted in the preparation of equipment for invasive procedures such as endoscopy or laparoscopy.
• Conducted rounds to check on patients' status and administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature and blood pressure levels at regular intervals throughout shift hours.
• Administered intravenous fluids and medications as ordered by physicians or nurse practitioners.
• Provided emotional support to family members during traumatic events in the ER setting.
• Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding safety standards, infection control protocols and medication administration practices.
• Coordinated transfers between departments within the hospital or outside facilities based on patient needs.
• Provided post-operative care for surgical procedures performed in the ER environment.
• Participated in quality assurance activities to ensure that established standards of care were being met.
• Initiated basic life support measures when necessary prior to arrival of paramedics.
• Contributed to clinical research projects related to ER nursing practice.
• Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
• Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
• Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
• Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
• Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
• Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
• Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
• Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
• Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
• Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
• Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
• Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
• Assisted physicians with medical procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, chest tube placement.
• Monitored patient conditions to identify concerning changes and mitigate symptoms.
• Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responding rapidly to changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Maintained inventory of medical supplies and medications, ensuring availability for emergency situations.
• Assisted in minor surgical procedures and provided post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
• Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.