Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at AdventHealth, excelling in clinical judgment and compassionate care. Demonstrated expertise in advanced wound care and infection control, significantly enhancing patient recovery outcomes. Skilled in intravenous therapy and patient advocacy, ensuring high standards of care. Actively contributed to interdisciplinary teams, boosting patient satisfaction and safety.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
AdventHealth
09.2023 - Current
Administered medications and treatments following established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Utilized advanced wound care techniques to manage complex cases, ensuring optimal healing outcomes for patients.
Assessed patient conditions and reported changes to healthcare providers, contributing to timely treatment adjustments.
Documented patient assessments and care plans in charting software, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
Executed discharge planning and education for patients and families, enhancing understanding of care requirements post-hospitalization.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Specimen Collector
University Of Miami Hospital And Clinics
01.2023 - 08.2023
Printed results reports and submitted for review.
Labeled and prepared specimens for shipment to laboratory facilities.
Implemented quality control measures to identify potential errors or areas needing improvement within the collection process, leading to increased accuracy rates across the board.
Adhered to compliance standards for confidentiality, accuracy and safety.
Ensured proper storage conditions for specimens, resulting in preserved integrity for accurate testing results.
Collaborated with laboratory personnel to expedite specimen analysis and reporting of critical findings.
Continually expanded knowledge base in regard to evolving industry trends as well as updates regarding specific medical conditions that could impact test results.
Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by following HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of the specimen collection process.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Florida National University
Hialeah, FL
08-2023
High School Diploma -
Westland Hialeah Senior High
Hialeah, FL
05-2015
Skills
Clinical judgment
Intravenous therapy
Compassionate care
Wound care
Direct patient care
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control
Patient care assessment
Certification
CPR/AED Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.