Damaris Barrientos BSN, RN
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, Med/Surg/Tele
Trusted Health
Sacramento, CA
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse II
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL
12.2019 - 07.2021
- Managed caseload of 7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as total knee/hip arthroplasty, amputations, cardiac catheterization, and bowel resections.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Patient Care Technician II
Florida Hospital East Orlando
Elmhurst, IL
05.2016 - 11.2019
- Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels
- Helped patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
- Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's disease.
- Observed patients to detect symptoms that required nurses medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Debbie Patrick
St. Cloud, FL
11.2015 - 03.2016
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating client needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to client under RN supervision.
- Provided ostomy care to client.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report client progress.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report client progress
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avante St. Cloud
Saint Cloud, FL
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
- Assisted patients with daily functions.
- Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort keepers
St. Cloud, FL
07.2014 - 11.2015
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding clients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Accounting Staff
DM Merchandising inc
Elmhurst, IL
05.2006 - 05.2014
- Managed and responded to all correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Proactively identified all accounting errors by developing cross-referencing databases.
- Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement. vendors.
- Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Processed all incoming and outgoing invoices and payments.
- Balanced reports to submit for approval and verification.
- Managed accounts payable and receivables.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valencia College
Orlando, FL12.2020
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Valencia College
Orlando, FL07.2019
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
Orlando, FL08.2017
C.N.A -
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL04.2014
Skills
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Intravenous Therapy
- Licensed in CA and FL
- Bilingual in Spanish/English
- ECG interpretation
Certification
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- NIHSS - National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale/Score
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, Med/Surg/Tele
Trusted Health
10.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse II
Orlando Health
12.2019 - 07.2021
Patient Care Technician II
Florida Hospital East Orlando
05.2016 - 11.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Debbie Patrick
11.2015 - 03.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avante St. Cloud
06.2015 - 08.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort keepers
07.2014 - 11.2015
Accounting Staff
DM Merchandising inc
05.2006 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valencia College
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Valencia College
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
C.N.A -
College of DuPage
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