Elizabeth Solarte
Saint Cloud ,FL
Summary
Bilingual registered nurse with expertise in patient assessment and advanced clinical protocols. Committed to enhancing veteran care through tailored care plans and patient education.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way
03.2021 - Current
- Monitored and administered medications and treatments as per established protocols, enhancing patient health outcomes.
- Conducted vital sign assessments and recorded observations to ensure accurate evaluation of patient health and treatment effectiveness.
- Coordinated efforts with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans addressing the unique needs of veterans.
- Facilitated education for patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and preventive care strategies.
- Precept new nurses and student nurses
Registered Nurse
Dayton VA Medical Center
03.2006 - 03.2021
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded observations to assess patient conditions and response to treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for veterans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and preventive care strategies.
Registered Nurse
West Palm Beach VA Medical Center
03.2002 - 12.2005
- Implemented infection control procedures to ensure safety standards were maintained in clinical settings.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and departmental policies to enhance team performance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care delivery processes.
- Advocated for veteran patients' needs within the healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary services.
- Perform wound and skin care.
- Draw blood and collect lab work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adventist University of The Antilles
Mayaguez, PR05-1995
Skills
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Full Head to Toe Assessment
- Protocols: CIWA, Sepsis, Chest Pain and Stroke
- Bedside Wound Care
- ECK Interpretation and Strip Measurement
- Cardiac Device Interrogation
- Phlebotomy and IV Insertion
- Proper PPE Usage and Removal
- Foley Insertion, Maintenance and Removal
- PEG Tube and NGT
- JP, Hemovac, Pleurex drainage
- Pre and Post op care
- Proficient at using CPRS, BCMA Pyxis
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, FL
- ALS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Dayton VA Medical Center
03.2006 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse
West Palm Beach VA Medical Center
03.2002 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adventist University of The Antilles