DOUGLAS PENGO
El Paso,TX
Summary
Compassionate and driven nursing student with practical knowledge gained through rigorous clinical practice and academic studies. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
Del Sol Medical Center
El Paso , TX
2023.03 - 2024.04
- Developed individualized nursing plans based on assessment findings for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
- Educated patients on health promotion activities such as nutrition and exercise.
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a healthcare provider.
- Implemented infection control measures, including hand hygiene and proper disposal of sharps.
- Assisted in patient care activities under supervision of registered nurse, including bathing, feeding, and dressing.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Participated in patient discharge planning and education to ensure continuity of care.
- Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
- Participated in patient rounds with healthcare teams to discuss care plans.
- Supported the administration of IV medications and fluids under close supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
El Paso, TX2024-05
Skills
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Evidence-based practices
- Treatment Planning
- Catheter Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Patient Examination
- Chronic Disease Management
- Wound Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Task Prioritization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Nurse
Del Sol Medical Center
2023.03 - 2024.04
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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