Emily Ann Mondragon
Rio Rancho,NM
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over five years of acute care experience in cardiac surgical and critical care nursing, along with pediatric private duty home-care experience. Strong background in patient assessment, medication administration, infection prevention, patient education, and long-term management of chronic conditions. Seeking a dialysis nursing position focused on patient safety, continuity of care, and patient-centered nursing.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
- Provide skilled, one-on-one nursing care to medically complex pediatric patients in the home setting. Perform ongoing assessments, medication administration, enteral feedings, and respiratory support including oxygen therapy and suctioning. Work directly with families and caregivers to support daily routines, safety, comfort, and developmental needs while maintaining accurate documentation and adherence to the established plan of care. Emphasis on consistency, monitoring for subtle clinical changes, and long-term management of chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse / Cardiac Surgical Care
Presbyterian Hospital Downtown
01.2019 - 10.2024
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for post-operative cardiac and thoracic surgery patients, including CABG, TAVR, vascular, VATS, and thoracotomy procedures. Skilled in cardiac rhythm monitoring, fluid balance awareness, chest tube management, pain control, and extensive patient and family education. Served regularly as relief charge nurse, supporting unit operations, staff coordination, and clinical decision-making.
Cardiac Critical Care Cross trained
Presbyterian Hospital Downtown
01.2020 - 10.2024
- Cross-trained to care for high-acuity ICU patients during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Manage ventilated patients, titration of vasoactive and sedation infusions, and assist with invasive procedures in a critical care setting.
Nurse Tech / Unit Secretary
Presbyterian Hospital Downtown
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Supported nursing staff in cardiac critical care and cardiac surgical units by assisting with patient care, vital signs, activities of daily living, and unit coordination.
CNA/ Medication Aide
Casa de Paz Senior Assisted Living Facility
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Provided basic patient care and medication assistance for elderly residents in an assisted living environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM07-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM12-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Integrated Studies
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM12-2013
Skills
Comprehensive patient assessment
Safe medication administration
Chronic disease management
Patient education & health literacy
Infection prevention & safety compliance
Vascular access awareness & monitoring
Cardiac rhythm & hemodynamic monitoring
Accurate documentation
Strong time management & organization
Patient-centered care
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
Cardiac Critical Care Cross trained
Presbyterian Hospital Downtown
01.2020 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse / Cardiac Surgical Care
Presbyterian Hospital Downtown
01.2019 - 10.2024
Nurse Tech / Unit Secretary
Presbyterian Hospital Downtown
01.2014 - 01.2018
CNA/ Medication Aide
Casa de Paz Senior Assisted Living Facility
01.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Integrated Studies
Central New Mexico Community College