ELSA AGUINAGA

• Versatility and Competence

Leveraged deep clinical expertise in telemetry, psych and geriatric nursing to float seamlessly across high-volume care units, consistently maintaining a full patient load with minimal orientation

• Geriatric and Telemetry

Managed complex, multi-system health conditions for elderly cardiac patients, interpreting telemetry strips and adapting care plans efficiently in fast-paced environments.

• Psychiatric and Crisis Management

Applied advance crisis de-escalation and behavioral health interventions, ensuring the safety of vulnerable geriatric and psychiatric patients during acute episodes.

• Supported [number] patients per shift with bedside assistance, vital-sign monitoring, and ADL support.
• Recorded vital signs and promptly reported changes to nurses and physicians for care adjustments.
• Responded to patient call lights, assessed immediate needs, and delivered qualified bedside support.
• Maintained a clean, safe patient area to support comfort, mobility, and infection control.
• Monitored patient status, relayed key changes to clinical staff, and supported timely care planning.
• Assisted with emergency response, patient transfers, equipment moves, and unit supply restocking.

• Monitor vital signs, report changes to nurses or physicians, and track trends affecting care planning.
• Respond to patient call lights, assess needs, and deliver qualified support using therapeutic communication.
• Collect and transport specimens for lab testing while maintaining timely handoff to clinical staff.
• Assist with dressing, walking, and feeding while supporting intake goals, mobility, and fall prevention.
• Check wounds, assess skin integrity, bathe bedbound patients, and escalate emergencies promptly to clinicians.