Eliani Cardenas
MIAMI,FL
Summary
Dedicated nursing student currently working towards Bachelor of Science in Nursing . Solid understanding of the role of nurses in interdisciplinary environments. Excellent clinical and people skills. Caring and compassionate, well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
West Coast University
Memorial Regional Hospital
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Managed caseload of 4 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Student Nurse
West Coast University
HCA Florida Aventura Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
Student Nurse
West Caost University
Camillus House
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Collected, organized and disseminated quality data from multiple sources.
Student Nurse
West Coast University
Nicklaus Children Hospital
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Student Nurse
West Coast University
HCA Kendall Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Took records of birthdates and times, baby weights, lengths, head circumferences and APGAR scores.
- Assisted doctors in monitoring baby and mother health during labor.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
Student Nurse
West Coast University
Baptist Health Doctors Hospital
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
Student Nurse
West Coast University
Southern Winds Psychiatric Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
Student Nurse
West Coast University
The Palace Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Miami01.2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL12.2020
Skills
- Patient Support
- Patient Care
- Lab Testing Procedures
- Infection Control
- Medication Administration
- Physician Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Personal Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Vital Signs
- Test Results Review
Certification
CPR/BLS/First Aid Certification
HIPAA Compliance Training
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Nurse
West Coast University
11.2023 - 01.2024
Student Nurse
West Coast University
08.2023 - 10.2023
Student Nurse
West Caost University
06.2023 - 08.2023
Student Nurse
West Coast University
04.2023 - 06.2023
Student Nurse
West Coast University
01.2023 - 03.2023
Student Nurse
West Coast University
11.2022 - 01.2023
Student Nurse
West Coast University
08.2022 - 10.2022
Student Nurse
West Coast University
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Miami Dade College