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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Healthcareexperience
Traininglicensescertificates
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Debora Ramalho Barros

Debora Ramalho Barros

Sequim,WA

Summary

Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load. A first responder, who understands the importance of being detail-oriented and maintaining a strong work ethic as well as aseptic technique. Military trained, built up to be resilient, physically and mentally strong, able to deal with stressful situations and work under pressure, with previous experience in Research and extensive educational background. Therefore, the best candidate you will read about today.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Student

Olympic Medical Hospital
Port Angeles, WA
09.2023 - Current
  • Applied evidence-based practices when providing nursing care to ensure that interventions were grounded in current research and best practice guidelines.
  • Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly responding to changing patient conditions and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
  • Advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their voices were heard throughout decision-making process.
  • Contributed to efficient unit operations by managing time effectively and prioritizing tasks according to patient needs.
  • Streamlined communication among team members by effectively utilizing electronic health records and documenting pertinent patient information.
  • Assisted in maintaining clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and accurate medication administration.
  • Development of evidence-based nursing interventions, contributing to improved clinical practice.
  • Educated patients on preventative measures, self-care techniques, and post-discharge instructions to promote optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients and families, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding treatment plans.
  • Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring that sensitive patient information was handled appropriately and confidentially.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores through active listening, empathy, and personalized care approaches.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
  • Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.

Combat Medic

Army National Guard
09.2022 - Current
  • Conduct patient assessments, train and educate soldiers on basic medical skills and evacuate injured soldiers.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
  • Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing risk of injury or accidents during training events and operational missions.

EMT-Basic

Olympic Ambulance
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.

Certified Nursing Assistant / Receptionist

Aljoya Thornton Place
05.2021 - 09.2022
  • Provide direct patient care, assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, assist with feeding and meal preparation, provide emotional support, maintain clean and safe environment, greet residents and visitors, manage office tasks and supplies.

Hospice Volunteer

Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Provide emotional and practical support to individuals nearing the end of their lives, assist with daily tasks, participate in events and activities, establish positive relationships, maintain confidentiality, ensure safety and infection control.

Juvenile Correctional Officer

Clallam County
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Documented daily activities and progress reports, ensuring accurate record-keeping for each resident''s file.
  • Served as positive role model by demonstrating strong work ethic, integrity, and respect towards others within correctional setting.
  • Ensured adherence to facility policies and procedures, maintaining high standard of professionalism at all times.
  • Supervised youth's daily activities for school, meals, and recreation time.
  • Responded effectively to emergencies or crises situations, prioritizing safety and well-being of all residents and staff members.
  • Maintained secure environment for juvenile offenders with diligent monitoring and supervision.
  • Improved facility safety by conducting thorough and consistent security checks.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Completed incident reports when disorder or violence occurs.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.

Teacher

K-12 School
02.2006 - 06.2017


  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.

Student Research Assistant

UFRJ
03.2004 - 03.2008
  • Developed comprehensive reports on research progress
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Enhanced research quality by meticulously collecting and analyzing data from various sources.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
  • Contributed to the publication of research findings, co-authoring articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Enhanced research accuracy by diligently collecting and analyzing data from various sources.
  • Expanded knowledge base through active participation in conferences, workshops, and seminars relevant to the field of study.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing RN ADN

Peninsula College
Port Angeles, WA
06.2025

Combat Medic -

MTN-AR-232nd Medical Battalion Department
Fort Sam Houston, TX
04.2023

NREMT -

MTN-AR-232nd Medical Battalion Department
Fort Sam Houston, TX
04.2023

United States Army Basic Combat Training -

FORT SILL
Oklahoma, United States
12.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA
06.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Peninsula College
Port Angeles, WA
05.2018

Master of Science - Information Technology

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
12.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Education

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
12.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Portuguese, English Literatures, And Linguistics

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
12.2005

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Continuous Learning
  • Documentation
  • Safety Protocol
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Time Management
  • Professionalism
  • Customer Service
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Technical Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Security Procedures
  • Professional boundaries

Timeline

Nursing Student

Olympic Medical Hospital
09.2023 - Current

Juvenile Correctional Officer

Clallam County
09.2023 - Current

EMT-Basic

Olympic Ambulance
05.2023 - 08.2023

Combat Medic

Army National Guard
09.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant / Receptionist

Aljoya Thornton Place
05.2021 - 09.2022

Hospice Volunteer

Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County
10.2019 - 10.2021

Teacher

K-12 School
02.2006 - 06.2017

Student Research Assistant

UFRJ
03.2004 - 03.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing RN ADN

Peninsula College

Combat Medic -

MTN-AR-232nd Medical Battalion Department

NREMT -

MTN-AR-232nd Medical Battalion Department

United States Army Basic Combat Training -

FORT SILL

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Shoreline Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Peninsula College

Master of Science - Information Technology

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro

Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Education

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro

Bachelor of Arts - Portuguese, English Literatures, And Linguistics

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Healthcareexperience

  • Combat Medic, Army National Guard (68W), UNIT:HHC 1-168TH GSAB (WPFET0), JBLM, WA, 09/22, present, Provide medical care to wounded soldiers in combat situations, saving numerous lives., Administer medication, including IV fluids and pain relief, to injured soldiers., Conduct patient assessments to determine the extent of injuries and provide appropriate treatment., Evacuate injured soldiers from the battlefield and coordinate with higher medical authorities for further treatment., Train and educate soldiers on basic medical skills and injury prevention., Maintain medical equipment and supplies, ensuring they are always available and in working order.
  • Hospice Volunteer, Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County, Everett, WA, 10/19, 10/21, Provide emotional and practical support to individuals who are nearing the end of their lives, as well as their families and loved ones., This could involve visiting the patient, reading to them, playing games or music, taking them grocery shopping, or simply offering a listening ear, or even cooking their favorite meals (they loved it when I cooked for them)., Providing respite care for family members and assisting with administrative tasks such as filing or answering phones., Participating in events or activities for volunteers and professionals, such as workshops, team meetings, training, holiday celebrations or picnics., Establish positive, collaborative, and constructive interpersonal relationships., Experiment with the principles of effective teamwork., Broaden my knowledge and sensitivity to a wide variety of cultural and value systems., HIPAA complaint and maintain the confidentiality of all information related to patients, medical staff, and employees., Participate in an annual evaluation of self and program., Consistently demonstrated and incorporated principles of safety and infection control into my daily activities., Used protective equipment and took appropriate precautions whenever there was potential for contact with blood, body fluids, or chemicals., Complied with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and requirements and facility/agency-specific policies and procedures during all my service.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant / Receptionist, Aljoya Thornton Place, Seattle, WA, 05/21, 09/22, Provided care and support to elderly residents, including those with dementia and Alzheimer's., Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting., Helped residents with mobility, including transferring and positioning., Monitored and recorded vital signs, intake and output, and other patient information., Assisted with feeding and meal preparation, ensuring dietary needs were met., Provided emotional support and companionship to residents., Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents., Greeted residents and visitors, providing exceptional customer service and answering any questions they had., Answered phone calls and directed them to the appropriate person or department., Managed the facility's calendar, scheduling appointments and meetings., Maintained accurate and up-to-date resident emergency files., Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth operation of the facility., Managed office supplies and inventory, ensuring they were always available., Assisted with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and correspondence.

Traininglicensescertificates

  • Combat Medic, MTN-AR-232nd Medical Battalion Department, Fort Sam Houston, TX, 2023
  • NREMT Certificate, EMS ID:2734-1306-8578, 03/31/2025
  • First Aid/CPR, American Heart Association Basic Life Support, 01/06/2025
  • Hospice volunteer training, Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County, 2019
  • HIV/AIDS training, Peninsula College, 2018
  • Certified Nursing Assistant, Peninsula College, 2018
  • Certificate of Proficiency English (CPE), Cambridge University, 2009
  • Teaching Knowledge Test certificate II/III (TKT), Cambridge University, 2008

Community Service

Blood Donor, Bloodworks Northwest, Seattle, WA, 2020, present, Donated blood regularly, following all safety protocols and procedures., Promoted blood donation to friends, family, and colleagues, encouraging them to join me in this life saving activity., Participated in blood drives and other events to raise awareness of the importance of blood donation.
Debora Ramalho Barros