Diego Elguezabal
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Dedicated BSN candidate at Angelo State University, graduating in December 2026, with a strong foundation in healthcare experience in surgical services and outpatient clinical care. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams while maintaining sterile techniques and ensuring safe patient care through thorough preparation and communication. Clinical exposure includes diverse settings such as medical-surgical, ICU, emergency, pediatrics, OB/L&D, mental health, geriatrics, and special needs environments. Eager to leverage this comprehensive background in a new graduate RN position within the Emergency Department.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Student Nurse
Angelo State University
- Medical-Surgical
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Emergency Department (ED)
- Pediatrics
- Obstetrics/Labor & Delivery
- Mental Health
- Geriatrics
- Special Needs Clinic
Surgical Scrub Technician
Val Verde Regional Medical Center
Del Rio, TX
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Prepared operating rooms and surgical equipment while maintaining sterile technique and infection-control standards.
- Gathered, organized, counted, and prepared surgical instruments and supplies for procedures.
- Assisted with patient preparation and positioning according to surgical requirements.
- Passed surgical instruments to surgeons and surgical assistants during procedures.
- Assisted with tissue retraction while maintaining awareness of the sterile field.
- Performed surgical counts of instruments, needles, and other supplies before and after procedures.
- Applied surgical dressings and assisted with post-procedure room turnover.
- Collaborated with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia personnel, and other members of the surgical team in a fast-paced environment.
Screening Technician / CNA Duties
Val Verde Rural Health Clinic
Del Rio, TX
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Obtained and documented patient vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate.
- Collected patient information, including height, weight, and basic medical history.
- Prepared patients for examinations and assisted with safe patient mobility.
- Communicated patient questions, concerns, and observed changes in condition to members of the healthcare team.
- Prepared and sanitized examination rooms and assisted with medical equipment sterilization.
- Maintained appropriate inventory of clinical supplies, linens, and personal protective equipment.
- Supported efficient patient flow and collaborated with clinical staff to promote safe patient care.
Education
No Degree - Vocational Nursing Coursework
Southwest Texas Junior College
Del Rio, TXBachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX12.2026
Skills
- Patient evaluation and tracking
- Medication dispensing
- Intravenous therapy administration
- Wound care
- Foley catheter insertion and care
- NG tube insertion and care
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen therapy
- EKG interpretation
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Blood draws and blood product administration
- Central venous catheter care
- Electronic health record documentation
- SBAR communication
- Patient education and safety
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Clear interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Responsive to new challenges
- Workplace professionalism
Accomplishments
- Student Nurses Association — Active Member
- President, Vocational Nursing Program, Southwest Texas Junior College — August 2023–May 2024
- Dean's List, Southwest Texas Junior College — Fall 2023
- Nursing Summer Camp Counselor, Angelo State University — June 2025
- Tour Guide for First-Semester Nursing Students — August 2026
Certification
CPR and AED — Expires December 2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Cooking
- Baking
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Adventure Travel
- Road Trips
- Dancing
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Gym Workouts
Timeline
Screening Technician / CNA Duties
Val Verde Rural Health Clinic
04.2022 - 05.2024
Surgical Scrub Technician
Val Verde Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 04.2022
Clinical Student Nurse
Angelo State University
No Degree - Vocational Nursing Coursework
Southwest Texas Junior College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Angelo State University