DESIREE CRUZ
Rio Grande,PR
Summary
With 7+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse, my expertise encompasses diverse patient populations, such as pregnant women, newborns, adults, and the terminally ill. Guided by innate leadership abilities, I effectively direct fellow nurses to provide care that upholds the dignity and professionalism of our field. Committed to ongoing growth, I strive to expand my knowledge and skills to make significant contributions to both the company and the community we serve.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hillsborough Country Publics School
Ruskin, Florida
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Clinical Supervisor
Quality Care Hospice
Fajardo, Puerto Rico
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
- Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
- Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and clinical interventions.
- Lead and directed team of Number clinical personnel and support staff.
- Mentored junior staff members in clinical best practices, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Provided supervision to therapists in training, offering guidance and feedback on their professional development journey.
- Increased client satisfaction by fostering a supportive and empathetic therapeutic environment.
- Developed a comprehensive clinical training program for new hires to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Implemented new clinical training programs, leading to improved staff competency and patient satisfaction.
Quality Nurse
Home Care & Hospice San Lucas
Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles.
- Enhanced overall staff morale by recognizing individual achievements and fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluated clinical competency of nursing staff through direct observation, feedback sessions, and periodic skills assessments.
- Streamlined patient care processes for increased efficiency and improved quality of care.
Registered Nurse
Caribbean Medical Center
Fajardo, Puerto Rico
10.2016 - 05.2019
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines when handling and disposing of biohazardous materials to maintain a safe environment in the ICU.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, family members, and patients on complex end-of-life decisions within the intensive care unit.
- Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in nursing science -
NUC University
Rio Grande, Puerto Rico01.2016
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Empathy
- Computer management
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound Care
- IV setup
- Critical Care
- Emergency Response
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
References
Available upon request.
Certification
- Critical Care
- IV therapy
- Flebotomy
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hillsborough Country Publics School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Clinical Supervisor
Quality Care Hospice
12.2021 - 06.2023
Quality Nurse
Home Care & Hospice San Lucas
05.2019 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Caribbean Medical Center
10.2016 - 05.2019
Bachelor’s degree in nursing science -
NUC University