Esmeralda Escobedo
Edinburg,Texas
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Hospital
Enumclaw, WA
12.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of contagious diseases within the emergency department.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
Pediatric Staff Nurse ER
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
Tacoma, WA
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed emergency and critical care situations with professionalism, adhering to established protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
- Participated in pediatric health promotion and disease prevention initiatives within the community.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in a fast-paced hospital setting.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) to document patient care accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Supported family members throughout the course of a child's illness by providing emotional support.
Agency Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Harlingen, TX
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient.
- Assessed patients by observing symptoms and collecting history and physical information to report to treatment team.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Staff Registered Nurse
Mission Regional Hospital
Mission, TX
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Agency Registered Nurse
MultiCare Health
Olympia, WA
01.2022 - 03.2022
- FEMA Assignment in Med/Surg and ER Departments
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
FEMA Agency Nurse
Kootenai Health, Coeur
Coeur d'Alene, ID
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Covid Assignment at this city in the ICU
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient.
- Reviewed critical pathway and multidisciplinary plan of care to execute prescribed interventions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Agency Registered Nurse
Laredo Doctors Hospital
Laredo, TX
06.2021 - 09.2021
- MED/SURG/TELE/PEDI- WITH ABEST NURSING AGENCY-TOTAL CARE INCLUDING IV THERAPY, MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION, ADMITTING, TRANSFERRING, DISCHARGING PROCESSES.
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient.
- Assessed patients by observing symptoms and collecting history and physical information to report to treatment team.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Agency Registered Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Harlingen, TX
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Orthopedic/Med/Surg Telemetry Assignment
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient.
- Implemented range of equipment, medicines and life-saving modalities to achieve expected outcomes.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Mission Regional Hospital
Mission, TX
07.2016 - 10.2020
- Adult and Pediatric Floating Areas
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional and spiritual support.
- Coordinated and conducted routine home visits to assess patient's condition, progress and reactions to treatment, medication and interventions.
ICU Nurse/Flex Pool
08.1999 - 04.2016
- Doctor’s Hospital at Renaissance
- Adult total care including IV therapy, medication administration, documentation of admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Floating to different departments including endoscopy, emergency department, Pediatrics, and medical floors.
Pediatric Nurse/Floater
Mission Regional Medical Center
Mission, TX
03.1997 - 04.2016
- Pediatric total care including IV therapy, medication administration, documentation of admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Floating to different departments including NICU, emergency department and medical floors.
Agency Nurse
Aureus Medical
Omaha, NE
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Worked in Maui Hawaii Pediatric Adult Floor
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Home Health LVN
Healthcare Unlimited
McAllen, TX
06.2005 - 06.2007
- Auditor/coder for Five City Branches
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Home Health LVN
House Calls Home Health
McAllen, TX
05.2003 - 05.2005
- Made Home Health Visits providing IV therapy and diabetes management
- Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LVN Charge Nurse
McAllen Nursing Center
McAllen, TX
04.2000 - 04.2003
- Nursing Home Duties double shifting
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Agency LVN
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
McAllen, TX
02.1997 - 03.2000
- Local Agency Nurse
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Clinic LVN
McAllen Family Clinic
McAllen, TX
04.1996 - 04.1997
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
- Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
Clinic LVN
Hidalgo County Health Department
McAllen, TX
03.1995 - 03.1996
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
- Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
- Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions.
- Instructed patients and family members on medication and treatment instructions to promote adherence to guidelines.
Staff LVN
Mcallen Medical Center
McAllen, TX
09.1993 - 02.1995
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Education
Bachelor Science - Nursing
Aspen university
12.2021
Associate Degree -
South Texas College
07.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South Texas Community College
McAllen, TX07.2007
Associate Degree - Nursing
09.1993
at Healthcare Unlimited Home Health Agency ACLS Certified PALS Certified BLS Certified NBR Certified -
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Trauma Recovery
- Vitals Monitoring
- Decision-Making
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Care Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Collecting Vitals
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Wound Care
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Infection Control
- Delegation and Motivation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Elementary
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Pediatric Staff Nurse ER
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2024
Agency Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
01.2023 - 06.2023
Staff Registered Nurse
Mission Regional Hospital
05.2022 - 11.2022
Agency Registered Nurse
MultiCare Health
01.2022 - 03.2022
FEMA Agency Nurse
Kootenai Health, Coeur
09.2021 - 11.2021
Agency Registered Nurse
Laredo Doctors Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2021
Agency Registered Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
02.2021 - 05.2021
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Mission Regional Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2020
Agency Nurse
Aureus Medical
04.2015 - 06.2015
Home Health LVN
Healthcare Unlimited
06.2005 - 06.2007
Home Health LVN
House Calls Home Health
05.2003 - 05.2005
LVN Charge Nurse
McAllen Nursing Center
04.2000 - 04.2003
ICU Nurse/Flex Pool
08.1999 - 04.2016
Pediatric Nurse/Floater
Mission Regional Medical Center
03.1997 - 04.2016
Agency LVN
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
02.1997 - 03.2000
Clinic LVN
McAllen Family Clinic
04.1996 - 04.1997
Clinic LVN
Hidalgo County Health Department
03.1995 - 03.1996
Staff LVN
Mcallen Medical Center
09.1993 - 02.1995
Bachelor Science - Nursing
Aspen university
Associate Degree -
South Texas College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South Texas Community College
Associate Degree - Nursing
at Healthcare Unlimited Home Health Agency ACLS Certified PALS Certified BLS Certified NBR Certified -
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