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Cristina Tavares, RN

Longwood,FL

Summary

Motivated, reliable and efficient nurse with strong background in direct patient care and medical support Proficient in maintaining responsibility as a problem solver with excellent multitasking skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse/ Relief Charge Nurse

Center For Digestive Endoscopy
02.2024 - Current
  • Supervised staff team including 6 RN' and 6 LPN's
  • Pre/Post procedure assessment, evaluation, and patient education
  • Ability to manage highly stressful situations reacting decisively with efficiency and composure
  • IV insertions, IVP administrations, breathing treatments, suctioning
  • Preceptor to new hires fostering supportive and collaborative environment

Licensed Practical Nurse

Center for Digestive Endoscopy
05.2019 - 01.2024
  • Conducted presurgical interviews
  • Followed through with cardiac clearance calls
  • Preop/Postop patient care, med administration and IV insertions
  • Provided patient education and discharge instructions
  • Assisted training new staff

Licensed Practical Nurse, Triage/Charge Nurse

Rand Eye Institute
07.2013 - 06.2018
  • Managed patient triage on site and via phone calls
  • Assisted with medical procedures, ensuring proper preparation, execution, and follow-up care
  • Provided pre/post surgical education
  • Delivered essential hands-on skills training to new nursing staff
  • Efficiently handled patient loads of 90+ with calmness and adaptiveness
  • Supervised team of 5 LPN's and 2 MA's and delegated nursing assignments

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Gwinnett Institute
Orlando, FL
12.2023

Practical Nursing Program -

Atlantic Technical College
Coconut Creek, FL
04.2013

Skills

  • Bilingual Proficiency
  • Adept IV insertions
  • BLS certified- AHA
  • ACLS certified
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective time allocation

Timeline

Registered Nurse/ Relief Charge Nurse

Center For Digestive Endoscopy
02.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Center for Digestive Endoscopy
05.2019 - 01.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse, Triage/Charge Nurse

Rand Eye Institute
07.2013 - 06.2018

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Gwinnett Institute

Practical Nursing Program -

Atlantic Technical College
Cristina Tavares, RN