Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Civil Engagement
Certifications Technical Skills
Certification
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Elaine Garcia

Saint Paul,MN

Summary

I am a registered nurse and a lifelong learner. My experience includes med-surg floor, hospice care, and long-term care facilities. I seek a dynamic and team-oriented environment where I can apply my skills and learn from my experienced colleagues in the field. I aim to become part of the effective staff nurse team to deliver care and promote a better quality of life for patients.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN

Our Lady of Peace Hospice
Saint Paul, MN
06.2022 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to patients in hospice settings.
  • Administered medications according to care plans and physician instructions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care strategies.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient needs and conditions.

RN-Contractor

IMCS-Fairview UMMC
Minneapolis, MN
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.

RN

Plateau Health Care
Bloomington, MN
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, tracheostomy care and ventilator monitoring.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.

RN

Good Shepard Lutheran Services
Rushford, MN
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Provided direct patient care in assisted living and memory care setting, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop personalized care plans.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.

PCA

Regions Hospital
Saint Paul, MN
10.2020 - 03.2022
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Prepared dressings and assisted nurses with wound debridement and management.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN
12.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Individualized Studies

Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN
05.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MN
05-2015

Skills

  • Patient assessments
  • Infection control protocols
  • Health education delivery
  • Team collaboration
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Documentation
  • Patient safety
  • Medical-surgical care
  • Long-term care
  • End-of-life care
  • Chronic conditions care
  • Wound care
  • Catheter placement
  • Chest port care
  • PICC line care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • JP drain care
  • Geriatric care

Civil Engagement

  • Nursing Student Organization-MSU, Member, 08/01/19, 12/01/21
  • Student Activity Fee Allocation Committee-MSU, Secretary, 06/01/17, 06/01/18
  • CLUES, Volunteer, Saint Paul, MN, 05/01/15, 06/01/15
  • Fruit of the Vine, Service Learning, Fall 2014
  • Southview Acres, Service Learning, Spring 2013
  • United Hospital, Volunteer, St. Paul, MN, 06/01/12, 10/01/13
  • Fairview Hospital, Volunteer, Minneapolis, MN, 03/01/09, 08/01/09
  • Amparo Maternal, Doula, Brazil, 01/01/04, 12/01/06

Certifications Technical Skills

  • BLS certification, American Heart Association, Saint Paul, MN, 09/01/25
  • Nursing Assistant – CNA, Red Cross, Saint Paul, MN, 2009

Certification

RN-2496867, Exp: 03/31/2026

PHN- 31844, Exp: 03/31/2026

Timeline

RN

Our Lady of Peace Hospice
06.2022 - Current

RN-Contractor

IMCS-Fairview UMMC
06.2022 - 06.2024

RN

Plateau Health Care
04.2022 - 08.2022

RN

Good Shepard Lutheran Services
03.2022 - 06.2022

PCA

Regions Hospital
10.2020 - 03.2022

Master of Science - Nursing

Metropolitan State University

Bachelor's Degree - Individualized Studies

Metropolitan State University

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Dakota County Technical College

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