Guerline R. Delva
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered nurse
Delray Medical Center
05.2021 - Current
- Provide specialized nursing care to patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions, including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, traumatic brain injuries, seizures, spinal cord injuries, and neurological cases
- Collaborate closely with neurologists, neurosurgeons, rehabilitation therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, evidence-based care
- Perform frequent neurological assessments using tools such as NIH Stroke Scale and Glasgow Coma Scale to detect subtle changes in patient condition
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify needs and prioritize care interventions.
- Educate patients and families on stroke recovery, seizure management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications for secondary prevention
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Boca Regional Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Registered Nurse -
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05-2020
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Medical School
Delray Beach, FL12-2007
Skills
- Cerner charting
- EKG interpretation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Wound and post-op care
- Clinical preceptorship
- Infection control measures/protocols
- Professional communication skills
- Emergency response
Languages
Creole
Native or Bilingual
Certifications Licensure's
- Registered Nurse, FL
- BLS/ACLS/CPI Certified
- NIH Stroke Scale
Timeline
Registered nurse
Delray Medical Center
05.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Boca Regional Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse -
Palm Beach State College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Medical School