Valerie Molina
Middleburg,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital
Middleburg, FL
04.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Charge Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital
Middleburg, FL
12.2021 - Current
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital
Middleburg, FL
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Improved patient care quality by developing and implementing evidence-based nursing protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution strategies.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and integrating them into daily practice.
- Maximized patient satisfaction through empathetic listening, addressing concerns, and fostering strong nurse-patient relationships.
- Managed staff schedules, assignments, and time-off requests to maintain adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Conducted in-service training sessions for nursing staff to enhance their skills and stay up-to-date on best practices in the field.
- Served as a mentor to new hires, contributing to higher levels of competency among nursing staff members over time.
- Collaborated with physicians during rounds for timely decision-making regarding treatment plans and adjustments in care as needed.
- Increased staff retention rates by offering professional development opportunities and creating a supportive workplace culture.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Keiser University
Jacksonville, FL04.2019
Associate Of Applied Arts - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05.2014
Skills
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Staff Supervision
- Clinical Instruction
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Tracheostomy Care
- Seizure Management
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Infection Prevention
- Patient Discharging
- Nurse Management
- Pain Management
- Team Coordination
- Wound Care
- Intakes and Discharges
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Performing EKGs
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Charge Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital
04.2020 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Keiser University
Associate Of Applied Arts - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville