Erica Miranda
Albuquerque
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 12+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to Pediatric patients. Knowledgeable about oncology and general pediatric requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Of New Mexico Hospital
05.2019 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMSkills
- Pediatric oncology experience
- Professional bedside manner
- Direct patient care
- Central line care
Certification
- CPR certified
- BLS certified
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) Certified Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse in New Mexico, License number R61867, 2007
- Chemo Certifacation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Of New Mexico Hospital
05.2019 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
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