DAMARAH MADRIAGA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional specializing in nursing care for trauma patients with a proven ability to manage complex cases efficiently. Strengths in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Known for strong communication and teamwork, enhancing patient outcomes and fostering collaborative environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse II - Med/Surg Trauma
Regional Medical Center of San Jose
07.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive nursing assessments and monitored patient stability, interpreting clinical data to identify care needs.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Implemented individualized care plans for acutely ill patients, ensuring high standards of care.
- Led orientation and training sessions as a Clinical Partner for 10+ new graduate nurses and experienced nurses, contributing to seamless integration into the unit.
- Oversaw unit operations for a 55-bed unit as a Charge Nurse, ensuring patient care efficiency and adherence to protocols.
- Provided patient education to enhance understanding of recovery processes and self-care.
- Supported nurses by answering questions about the Epic charting system and resolving technical issues as an Epic Superuser. Conducted training sessions on system updates and guided new graduate nurses in workflow integration.
Registered Nurse
Children's Health of Northern California
Saratoga, CA
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Performed comprehensive nursing assessments and monitored patient stability, interpreting clinical data to identify care needs for pediatric patients ages 6 months to 18 years old
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams and patients' families to enhance patient care and outcomes
- Administered medications, treatments, and procedures per physician orders and protocols to ensure optimal patient care.
- Ensured a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and safety guidelines, minimizing risk of infection.
Registered Nurse
Los-Altos Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
Los Altos, CA
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments, monitored changes in residents' conditions, and coordinated with healthcare team for timely interventions to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered medications, and treatments, and implemented care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, medications, and post-discharge care plans to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Provided compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing setting
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to streamline coordination and optimize patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA08-2023
Skills
- Clinical leadership in fast-paced environments
- Clinical judgment
- Quality improvement
- Team collaboration
- Clinical mentorship
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability to change
- Advanced nursing care
- Clinical leadership
- Workflow optimization
- Epic system proficiency
- Patient outcome enhancement
Certification
- Registered Nurse, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Public Health Nurse, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association
Volunteer Experience
- Disaster Service Worker, County of Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA, 02/01/21 - 08/01/21
- Hospital Volunteer, Kaiser Permanente, Santa Clara, CA, San Jose, CA, 07/01/18 - 05/01/19
Timeline
Clinical Nurse II - Med/Surg Trauma
Regional Medical Center of San Jose
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Children's Health of Northern California
04.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Los-Altos Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
03.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Francisco