Elia Cano
Abilene,Tx
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in clinical management and patient care, specializing in delivering high-quality services to diverse patient populations. Proven expertise in building strong relationships and collaborating effectively with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to continuous improvement and adapting to evolving needs of patients and healthcare environments. Passionate about providing compassionate care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hendricks Medical Center
Abilene, TX
06.2021 - Current
- Managed nursing team to uphold compliance with established healthcare regulations and standards.
- Streamlined patient care activities to foster effective communication and teamwork among departments.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement strategies focused on optimizing patient outcomes and increasing satisfaction scores.
- Guided new nursing staff through comprehensive training on clinical protocols and best practices to enhance patient care quality.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to address patient care challenges and develop solutions.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
School Nurse, PRN
Wylie Independent School District
Abilene, TX
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in pediatric nursing specialty.
- Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
RN Floor Nurse
Abilene Regional Center
Abilene, TX
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Assessed patient’s health care needs on the basis of initial patient screening and senior nurse’s recommendations.
- Consulted health care team to plan and implement patients’ long term health care plan.
- Monitored and recorded patient symptoms and condition and added them to detailed patient reports.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Met training objectives by instructing new and prospective nursing staff in clinical skills and organizational procedures.
- Managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
- Delivered care to 6 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
LVN Charge Nurse
CSL PLASMA
Abilene, TX
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Responsible for the evaluation of donor suitability for automated pheresis procedures.
- Administration and supervision of approved immunizations Provides limited emergency medical care to donors.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Precepted and mentored new staff,and ancillary staff.
- Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions.
- Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
CMA/WOMENS HEALTH EDUCATOR
MEDICAL CARE MISSION
Abilene, TX
10.1999 - 03.2012
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Administered prescribed medications to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Conducted patient-focused planning and case management designed to meet individual health and service needs for quality and cost-effective outcomes.
- Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
- Trained staff to ensure compliance with local, national and federal requirements.
- Controlled financial functions like billing and collections, accounts payable and operational budgets.
- Improved clinical quality by analyzing performance metrics, patient outcomes and delivery of care.
CMA
Dr. Maria Toro
Abilene, TX
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Maintained medication stock and performed cleaning of patient rooms and equipment.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Prepared examination and patient rooms for procedures, checking supply availability and laying out instruments.
- Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Education
RN -
Cisco Junior College
Cisco, TX7 2019
LVN -
Cisco Junior College
Cisco, TX0 2016
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Staff management skills
- Supportive counseling skills
- Compliance oversight
- Infection control
- Coordinating referrals
- Critical care
- Triaging patient concerns
- Medication and IV administration
- Nursing staff leadership
- Team coordination
- Staff supervision
- Case management
- Managing deadlines
- Organizational improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration
Additional Information
- ACLS/BCLS-CEFIRFIED
- CEFTIFIED PHLEBOTOMIST
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hendricks Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
School Nurse, PRN
Wylie Independent School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
RN Floor Nurse
Abilene Regional Center
08.2019 - 06.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
CSL PLASMA
01.2017 - 09.2017
CMA/WOMENS HEALTH EDUCATOR
MEDICAL CARE MISSION
10.1999 - 03.2012
CMA
Dr. Maria Toro
LVN -
Cisco Junior College
RN -
Cisco Junior College