Erika Jimenez
El Paso
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 2 years of experience in patient care, seeking to transition into psychiatric nursing. Skilled in crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support patients with mental health needs in inpatient and hospital settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Providence Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Provide compassionate, family-centered nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Perform comprehensive assessments, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and manage IV therapy according to pediatric protocols.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physicians, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, and social workers to coordinate individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, home care, and health promotion strategies tailored to pediatric needs.
- Utilize age-appropriate communication and therapeutic interventions to reduce anxiety and support emotional well-being of patients and families.
- Monitor for and respond promptly to changes in patient condition, including emergencies, using evidence-based clinical judgment.
- Document all nursing care, assessments, and patient/family education in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Support child growth and development by creating safe, nurturing, and supportive care environments.
Registered Behavior Technician
ACES
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients, using the concept of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust strategies as needed.
- Conducted data collection and analysis to monitor behavior patterns and evaluate program effectiveness.
- Trained new staff on best practices for behavior intervention techniques and documentation processes.
- Group Leader for clients ages 12 to 21. Planning outings and creating naturalistic teaching in public environments.
- Advocated for clients' needs within the community, fostering inclusive environments and support networks.
- Observed, monitored and recorded maldaptive behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TexasBachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Science Center
Lubbock, Texas12.2022
Skills
- Patient assessment & monitoring
- Pediatric growth & development knowledge
- Medication administration & IV therapy
- Wound care & dressing changes
- Pain management (age-appropriate)
- Immunization administration
- Infection prevention & control
- Emergency response (Code Blue, rapid response)
- Charting & electronic health records (EHR/EMR)
Certification
- Registered Nurse #1109459
- CPR/BLS Certification
- PALS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Providence Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
ACES
03.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
University of Texas at El Paso
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Science Center
Clinical Experience
- Medica Surgical Unit/ Geriatric Trauma Unit/Support Unit
- Medical Surgical Unit/ University Medical Center Lubbock Tx
- Total of 675 clinical hours
- Development of Nursing judgment, patient education and problem-solving skills while taking 3 patients independently.
- Caring for patients with various mental and health conditions as well supportive care for comfort/palliative care patients.
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