ERIKA ESTACIO
RUMFORD,RI
Summary
Oversaw patient care delivery as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 14 years, later advancing to Licensed Practical Nurse. Balanced professional responsibilities with family commitments, raising three children and managing household pets. Actively engaged in nursing education, approaching completion of Associate's degree in Registered Nursing. Advocated for patient needs and fostered a supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rehabilitation Hospital of Rhode Island
Rhode Island
02.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurses, facilitating timely interventions.
- Assisted in triaging patients based on urgency of care needs, improving workflow efficiency within the emergency department.
- Perform venipuncture to obtain blood specimens for laboratory testing.
Initiate and maintain peripheral intravenous (IV) access as ordered.
Monitor IV sites for patency, infiltration, and signs of complications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kent Hospital Emergency Department
Warwick, RI
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians.
- Administer prescribed medications, perform wound care, start IV lines, and assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Monitor patients for changes in condition and report findings to the care team.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of care provided.
- Educate patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care as directed.
- Support the healthcare team in prioritizing and managing multiple patients in critical and non-critical situations.
CNA
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital North
Providence, RI
10.2018 - 12.2023
- Mental health worker/CNA but transferred to Rehab department, assist patients with activities of daily living such as helping them get dressed bathe and observe patient condition to report back to RN.
CNA
Kindred Hospice
Warwick, RI
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Hospice Aide working directly under the supervision of the RN while providing patient changes in status, as well as Assist patient in their last stages of life by delivering compassionate care.
CNA
Berkshire Place Nursing Home
Providence, RI
07.2016 - 04.2017
- Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, walking, and assist with feeding. Multi-task effectively observes patient condition to report back to RN, Communicate effectively with my fellow coworkers and charge nurse.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RIGeneral Equivalency diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant
Exeter Job Corps Academy
Exeter, Rhode Island07.2010
Skills
- Effective communication skills necessary to interact with peers and other clinical professionals
- Ability to implement, train, and mentor new hires
- Ability to work independently and with other team members to achieve goals
- Bilingual
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
CLINICAL ROTATIONS
- October 2022-December 2023
- Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI- Maternity
- Fatima Hospital North Providence, RI Psychiatric/Mental health
- Golden Crest Nursing Centre, Nursing fundamental
- Rhode Island Hospital Providence RI,-Medical Surgical II Medical surgical I foundations
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rehabilitation Hospital of Rhode Island
02.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kent Hospital Emergency Department
05.2024 - 10.2024
CNA
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital North
10.2018 - 12.2023
CNA
Kindred Hospice
04.2017 - 04.2018
CNA
Berkshire Place Nursing Home
07.2016 - 04.2017
General Equivalency diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant
Exeter Job Corps Academy
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
New England Institute of Technology