Darling Montenegro
Tampa,Florida
Summary
Compassionate and driven Registered Nurse with a solid academic foundation and hands-on clinical experience. Recently passed the NCLEX-RN and fully licensed to practice. Eager to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while continuing to grow professionally. Known for being dependable, team-oriented, and committed to supporting healthcare teams in achieving exceptional patient outcomes and organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Apprentice I
St. Joseph North Cardiology Unit
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including assisting with ADLs, hygiene, mobility, and comfort measures to support patient recovery and well-being.
- Performed vital signs monitoring and accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), reporting abnormal findings promptly to the nursing team.
- Supported nurses with clinical procedures, including setting up sterile fields, collecting specimens, and reinforcing patient education on discharge instructions and care plans.
Hairstylist
Self-employed
01.2004 - Current
- Before becoming a nurse, I worked as a licensed hairstylist for over 21 years, where I developed strong communication, customer service, and time management skills. This experience taught me how to build trust with clients, listen attentively to their needs, and work efficiently in fast-paced environments—skills that now enhance my ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care as a nurse.
Education
Registered Nurse -
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL12-2024
Skills
- Patient Care & Support – Proven ability to deliver safe, compassionate, and culturally competent care to diverse patient populations in both academic and clinical settings
- Vital Signs Monitoring – Skilled in accurately assessing and documenting vital signs, recognizing abnormalities, and reporting timely findings
- Medication Administration – Knowledgeable in medication safety, rights of administration, and protocols, with hands-on experience under RN supervision as a nurse apprentice
- Clinical Communication – Strong interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated through patient, family, and interdisciplinary team interactions
- Time Management & Prioritization – Effectively manages multiple patient care tasks in high-pressure environments with attention to detail and urgency
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) – Proficient in documentation and charting using EHR systems such as [insert name if known, eg, Epic or Cerner]
- Compassionate Bedside Manner – Naturally empathetic with a patient-first mindset, building trust and comfort during care delivery
- Cultural Sensitivity – Adept at providing inclusive care that respects diverse cultural backgrounds and beliefs
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Florida Board
- Health Care Support Specialist, Florida Board
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Apprentice I
St. Joseph North Cardiology Unit
04.2024 - 08.2024
Hairstylist
Self-employed
01.2004 - Current
Registered Nurse -
Hillsborough Community College
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