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Esmeralda Medina

Midland

Summary

Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling electronic medical records and patient interactions in dynamic environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ocean’s Behavioral Hospital
02.2025 - Current
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through consistent communication with healthcare team members, resulting in more comprehensive patient care.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Odessa Regional Medical Hospital
01.2024 - Current
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Educated patients, family members and caregivers on health condition, prognosis, treatment and patient care instructions.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Registered Nurse

Vascular Center of the Permian Basin
07.2024 - 11.2024


  • Provided compassionate preoperative care by addressing patient concerns and thoroughly explaining each step of the surgical procedure.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient records, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physician and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted in various outpatient surgical procedures, demonstrating versatility and adaptability within the role; ie., CVC removals, sclerotherapy, VNUS procedures.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Reduced recovery times for patients by providing efficient post-operative care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
  • Educated patients on post-surgical self-care techniques to facilitate successful recoveries at home without complications.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while coordinating multiple responsibilities including admissions, discharges, and ongoing patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Odessa, Texas
12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology & Spanish

The University of Texas Permian Basin
Odessa, Texas
05.2011

Skills

  • Patient care management
  • Patient care strategy development
  • Comprehensive patient evaluations
  • Charting proficiency
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Facilitating referral processes
  • Efficient appointment management
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Accurate health information tracking
  • Collaborative team management

Certification

  • BLS, ACLS, PALS
  • TNCC

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ocean’s Behavioral Hospital
02.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Vascular Center of the Permian Basin
07.2024 - 11.2024

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Odessa Regional Medical Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology & Spanish

The University of Texas Permian Basin

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