Edgardo P. Valdez II BSN RN PCCN CCRN
Palm Desert,CA
Summary
Competent and caring professional offering several years of coordinating and carrying out patient care in high-volume hospital environments. Demonstrated performing with speed and accuracy to assess patients, deliver treatments, and delegate tasks. Proven history of advocating for patient needs and fostering top-quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
RUHS
Moreno Valley , CA
2024.02 - Current
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety and infection control measures.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or classes related to emergency nursing practices.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the department ensuring a safe environment for staff and patients.
- Actively participated in staff meetings to discuss current trends in emergency nursing practices.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UCLA Health
Los Angeles , CA
2023.01 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound care, IV insertions, foley catheter insertion and removals.
- Performed accurate documentation in the electronic health record system, including progress notes, nursing assessments and discharge summaries.
Clinical Nurse Manager
JFK Memorial Hospital
Indio , CA
2023.06 - 2024.01
- Reviewed incident reports related to clinical operations and implemented corrective action plans when necessary.
- Provided timely feedback to nursing personnel regarding their performance both verbally and in writing.
- Monitored staffing patterns to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Provided strong leadership and guidance to nurses.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in the delivery of healthcare services.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration among physicians, nurses, therapists, pharmacists.
- Participated actively in recruitment and selection processes for new hires.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
DRMC
Palm Springs , CA
2021.08 - 2023.01
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
Registered Nurse, Stroke Unit
Eisenhower Medical Center
Rancho Mirage , CA
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings with other healthcare providers involved in treating stroke patients.
- Provided instruction on symptom management and prevention techniques to stroke survivors and their families.
- Performed discharge planning activities following hospitalization due to a stroke event.
- Conducted assessments of stroke patients to monitor progress and determine appropriate interventions.
- Monitored patient care to ensure adherence to established clinical guidelines and standards.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Glendale Adventist Hospital
Glendale , CA
2021.02 - 2021.05
- Performed ECG monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient.
- Maintained current knowledge of healthcare trends, standards of care, treatments, drugs and therapies used in the field of Telemetry nursing.
- Interpreted cardiogram strips accurately and reported abnormal findings immediately.
- Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or vital signs.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Queens Medical Center
Honolulu , HI
2017.01 - 2021.01
- Coordinated interdisciplinary rounds focused on optimizing outcomes while minimizing length of stay in the ICU setting.
- Reviewed laboratory results including troponins and electrolytes and reported abnormal values to physicians.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, treatment plans, and potential complications associated with their condition.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, monitored EKG changes, and reported any abnormalities to physician.
- Participated in code blues providing advanced life support interventions as needed.
- Administered prescribed medications including thrombolytics, antiarrhythmics, vasopressors, anticoagulants, according to established protocols.
- Provided pre-operative, post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients including CABG, Valvular Repair, Replacement, Pacemaker Implantation, Defibrillator Implantation.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters in critically ill cardiac patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emilio Aguinaldo College
Manila Philippines2008-04
High School Diploma -
Makabulos Memorial High School
Victoria Tarlac Philippines2000-04
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Trauma care
- Safety Management
- ACLS / BLS
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- IV Insertion
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Care
- Patient Stabilization
- Ventilator management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Oncology Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Goal Setting
- Multitasking
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
RUHS
2024.02 - Current
Clinical Nurse Manager
JFK Memorial Hospital
2023.06 - 2024.01
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UCLA Health
2023.01 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
DRMC
2021.08 - 2023.01
Registered Nurse, Stroke Unit
Eisenhower Medical Center
2021.06 - 2021.08
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Glendale Adventist Hospital
2021.02 - 2021.05
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Queens Medical Center
2017.01 - 2021.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emilio Aguinaldo College
High School Diploma -
Makabulos Memorial High School
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