Esthela Ramirez
Nurse Practitioner
Porter,TX
Summary
A hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Patient-oriented Nurse with three years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Pulmonary services and cystic fibrosis specialty.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Pulmonary Ambulatory Clinic Nurse
Texas Children's Hospital Mark Wallace Tower
2023.03 - Current
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team goals.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent information about patient statuses to incoming staff members.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals dealing with chronic conditions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when managing personal health information.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and industry trends.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Staff Nurse
Texas Children's Urgent Care
2022.02 - 2023.03
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Delivered relationship-based care aligned with organizational mission and core values
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Pharmacy Technician
Texas Children's Hospital
2004.02 - 2022.02
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests
- Entered data and prescriptions into patient profiles using Epic
- Trained individuals in how to use devices to promote optimal medical support
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist
- Secured drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures
- Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
Education
Master of Science - APRN, FNP
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX 2001.05 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX 2001.05 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Houston Community College
Houston, TX 2001.05 -
Skills
Compassionate and Caring
undefinedCertifications
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certified
Timeline
Pulmonary Ambulatory Clinic Nurse
Texas Children's Hospital Mark Wallace Tower
2023.03 - Current
Staff Nurse
Texas Children's Urgent Care
2022.02 - 2023.03
Pharmacy Technician
Texas Children's Hospital
2004.02 - 2022.02
Master of Science - APRN, FNP
The University of Texas At Arlington
2001.05 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Houston - Downtown
2001.05 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Houston Community College
2001.05 -
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