ERICA FUENTES
BRIGHTSTAR HOME HEALTH
San Antonio,Texas
3
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in emergency, outpatient, and wound care. Delivered patient-centered services while managing nurse-to-patient ratios. Skilled in critical interventions, patient assessments, and care planning, enhancing outcomes and satisfaction. Focused on coordinating care for chronic and acute conditions and promoting collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.
Work History
Treatment RN
3 Months- Assessed wound conditions and documented healing progress in medical records.
- Administered prescribed wound treatments while maintaining sterile technique.
- Evaluated patients' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments to expedite the healing process.
- Coordinated with physicians and interdisciplinary staff to adjust care plans as needed.
- Performed comprehensive resident assessments and updated care plans to support individualized treatment.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities with CNAs and support staff to maintain consistent resident care.
Home health RN
5 Months- Provided comprehensive nursing care to homebound individuals with complex medical needs.
- Developed individualized care plans according to patient's health condition and physician's orders.
- Monitored vital signs and wound measurements to evaluate patient needs.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for home health service delivery, enhancing patient safety and care standards.
- Performed accurate initial assessments of patients' conditions post hospital or long-term/short-term care facilities.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients post-discharge from acute care settings to evaluate recovery progress and adjust care plans as needed.
- Identified potential risks related to a patient's living environment or lifestyle choices that could affect their safety or well being.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state and federal laws governing home health service delivery.
RN
1 Year 9 Months- Outpatient Dialysis RN providing patient-centered care for chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease.
- Administered hemodialysis treatments and conducted thorough assessments to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Managed vascular access while adhering to infection control protocols and promptly addressing complications to ensure patient safety.
- Managed vascular access, adhering to infection control protocols, and promptly addressed complications.
- Facilitated monthly patient education sessions on treatment adherence and medication management, enhancing patient understanding and compliance.
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Assessed changes in patient conditions and recognized complications to intervene appropriately, ensuring timely and effective care.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records, fostering strong patient relationships and enhancing satisfaction.
RN
5 Months- Provided emergency care in fast-paced, high-acuity setting.
- Conducted rapid patient assessments and critical interventions.
- Delivered patient-centered care for low-income, high-need populations in 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio, ensuring access to essential services.
- Assessed and triaged patients efficiently in emergency situations.
- Administered medications and IV therapies with precision.
- Coordinated care plans that improved patient outcomes for acute scenarios.
- Coordinated care plans that enhanced patient outcomes during acute scenarios through comprehensive assessment and intervention.
- Maintained effective communication under pressure, facilitating teamwork and timely decision-making in critical situations.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Skills
Critical interventions
Wound assessment
Wound management
Home health plans
Emergency care
Medication administration
Patient education
IV therapy
EMR documentation
Emergency Care
Patient Advocacy
Team Collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Treatment RN
Touchstone
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
Home health RN
BRIGHTSTAR HOME HEALTH
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
RN
DENALI DIALYSIS
06.2024 - 03.2026Read More
RN
BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER
11.2023 - 04.2024Read More
Hallmark University
Bachelor's of Science from Nursing
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