ELizabeth Echevarria
Apple Valley,CA
Summary
Accomplished PACU Nurse proudly offering more than 1.5 years' expertise in the healthcare field. Strong capacity to work with physicians to develop successful patient care plans. Knowledgeable PACU Nurse accomplished in leading effective teams and supervising patients in a 8-bed surgical center. A dependable individual always willing assist patients and staff members. Astute PACU Nurse possessing skills in effective communication, patient assessment and pain management methods. An advocate for top-notch patient care. Determined and bilingual to effectively comfort patients of all ages. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Pacu position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, PACU
Desert Valley Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Supported ongoing professional development of fellow nurses through mentorship opportunities within the PACU setting.
- Streamlined handoff procedures by efficiently communicating pertinent information to the next shift''s staff.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Demonstrated strong clinical assessment skills for early identification of potential complications or adverse reactions following surgery.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
Education
Associate of Science - NURSING
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA12.2022
Skills
- Collecting vitals
- Transport Nurse Advanced Trauma Course
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Instrument Sterilization
- ACLS
- BLS
- Patient Care Assessment
- IV Fluid Administration
- Patient Education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Sanitation
- Wound Care
- Medication and IV administration
- CPR/AED
- IV Insertion
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Using a spectrometer
- Intravenous therapy
- Preoperative preparation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Cardiac monitors
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- BLS
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Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN, PACU
Desert Valley Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - NURSING
Victor Valley College
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- BLS
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