DIEGO Salazar
Houston
Summary
Professional nurse with strong background in cardiac catheterization procedures. Skilled in patient care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting in complex interventions. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring optimal outcomes. Known for reliability, clinical expertise, and effective communication under pressure.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
HCA Healthcare Inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
- Minimized complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
- Treated plaque buildup within arteries with angioplasty balloon procedures.
- Assisted in the identification and treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias during cardiac catheterization procedures.
Registered Nurse IMCU
HCA Healthcare Inc.
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
Patient Care Assistant
INPATIENT REHAB
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Float Patient Sitter
TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Monitored patient activity to ensure safety and well-being.
- Assisted nursing staff by providing direct patient supervision.
- Enhanced patient comfort with attentive and compassionate care.
- Maintained vigilance over patients to prevent accidents or injuries.
Nurse Assistant
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Assist nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care
- Restock patient rooms with personal hygiene items, such as towels, washcloths, soap, or toilet paper
- Record height or weight of patients
- Remind patients to take medications or nutritional supplements
- Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY
Houston, TX12.2021
High School Diploma -
THE CYPRESS RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
Houston, TX06.2013
Skills
- Vascular Access management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Radiation safety protocols
- Vital signs monitoring
- Adaptable to change
- Critical care nursing
- Medical equipment operation
- Emergency response preparedness
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
HCA Healthcare Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse IMCU
HCA Healthcare Inc.
01.2022 - 01.2023
Patient Care Assistant
INPATIENT REHAB
02.2020 - 08.2021
Float Patient Sitter
TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
10.2018 - 02.2020
Nurse Assistant
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
THE CYPRESS RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
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