Hazel Valentin
Eustis,FL
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
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth Waterman
10.2019 - Current
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids, monitoring closely for any adverse reactions or complications
- Assisted in the implementation of electronic health record systems, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient workflow
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights and recommendations for patient care plans
- Collaborated with social workers and case managers to coordinate post-hospital care for patients requiring additional support
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing anxiety or distress related to their medical condition
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications necessary for managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension
- Administered blood transfusions according to physician orders while adhering strictly to safety protocols
- Assessed pain levels using standardized tools such as numeric rating scales or visual analog scales
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from hospital to home or other healthcare facilities
- Responded promptly to call lights or alarms from patients requiring assistance or urgent medical attention
- Collaborated with pharmacy staff to verify medication orders accuracy and resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infections within the healthcare facility
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing interventions, medications administered, and patient responses
- Performed wound care procedures such as dressing changes, debridement, and application of topical medications
- Implemented infection prevention strategies such as hand hygiene protocols and isolation precautions
- Assessed nutritional status of patients at risk for malnutrition or dehydration, implementing appropriate interventions
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities.
Registered Nurse
Colonial Lakes Healthcare
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status, documenting findings accurately
- Administered treatments and procedures as ordered by physicians, ensuring adherence to established protocols
- Managed and prioritized multiple patient assignments effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayview Center
05.2011 - 09.2019
- Able to give compassionate care
- Well versed in taking vital signs
- Provide patients with oral, hair and nail care
- Assist in bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Assisting residents in transportation
- Skills in performing housekeeping duties.
Education
ASN in Nursing -
Herzing University
12.2021
Associate of Science in Medical Assisting -
Southern Technical College
08.2015
Diploma -
Eustis High School
Eustis, FL06.2011
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Medication dispensing
- EKG
- MA Externship
- Worked up pts vitals
- Procedures
- EMR
- Filing and charting
- Medical records
- Assessments
- Removing sutures
- Epic/Cerner use
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Performing EKGs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- ADL Assistance
Certification
- CPR Certification
- RN License
- CNA
- BLS Certification
- RN, 04/01/25, FL
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Colonial Lakes Healthcare
07.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth Waterman
10.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayview Center
05.2011 - 09.2019
ASN in Nursing -
Herzing University
Associate of Science in Medical Assisting -
Southern Technical College
Diploma -
Eustis High School
- CPR Certification
- RN License
- CNA
- BLS Certification
- RN, 04/01/25, FL
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