Hazel Vasquez
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated fostering relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Transitions into operations smoothly and flexes to meet differing routines and protocols. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Dedicated and well-qualified ICU/ER RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel RN
Nomad Health
Fort Defiance , AZ
2023.04 - Current
- Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Participated in quality assurance activities to ensure that established standards of care were being met.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop patient treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Travel Registered Nurse
stability healthcare
Bullhead City , AZ
2022.05 - 2023.04
- Provided direct patient care in the ICU setting, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Led educational sessions for nursing staff on topics related to critical care nursing best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Evaluated laboratory results to determine patient response to therapy or medication changes.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds involving physicians, nurses, social workers and other healthcare professionals.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubation, chest tube insertion and central line placement.
- Performed daily rounds to assess patient condition and provide education to families regarding treatments and prognoses.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
ICU Travel Nurse
Nomad Health
Fort Defiance , AZ
2020.05 - 2021.05
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy and effectiveness of therapy.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
- Educated patients on proper hygiene practices and preventive measures related to COVID-19 infection control.
- Identified cultural differences among patients that may impact their response to treatment or understanding of instructions.
- Conducted routine rounds throughout the unit to identify any changes in condition or potential problems requiring immediate attention.
- Responded quickly and efficiently in emergency situations using appropriate life saving skills such as CPR or defibrillation if needed.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Followed PPE specifications and disposed of contaminated materials, following strict safety guidelines.
- Facilitated medication management, monitoring for side effects.
- Ensured compliance with established clinical policies, procedures and standards of care.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders while monitoring oxygen saturation levels closely.
ICU Nurse
St joseph's
Phoenix , AZ
2014.11 - 2020.05
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
- Maintained records, prepared reports and served on special committees.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
- Educated family members on proper home-care techniques for discharged patients.
- Provided patient care and medical triage in emergencies. Filled in as SWAT RN
PREOP/Registered Nurse, PACU
Maricopa Integrated Health System
Phoenix , AZ
2017.02 - 2019.10
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
RN Case Manager
Hospice of the valley
Phoenix , AZ
2015.02 - 2017.05
- Identified high-risk cases requiring intensive monitoring or specialized interventions.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided direct nursing care such as wound dressing changes, IV therapy, medication administration and patient education.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
- Charted weekly progress notes and quarterly summaries.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Trauma ICU Nurse
John C Lincoln North Mountain
Phoenix , AZ
2005.12 - 2015.01
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plan of care for each patient based on their medical history and current condition.
- Assisted with intubation, ventilator management and chest tube insertion as needed.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing assessments, interventions, treatments and evaluations performed according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
- Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
- Administered medications via intravenous push or continuous infusion pumps.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by assessing clinical responses to interventions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Paradise Community College
Phoenix, AZ2004-12
Skills
- Diabetes Management
- Hospice Care
- Emergency Care
- Home Health Care
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- TNCC
- PALS
Timeline
Travel RN
Nomad Health
2023.04 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
stability healthcare
2022.05 - 2023.04
ICU Travel Nurse
Nomad Health
2020.05 - 2021.05
PREOP/Registered Nurse, PACU
Maricopa Integrated Health System
2017.02 - 2019.10
RN Case Manager
Hospice of the valley
2015.02 - 2017.05
ICU Nurse
St joseph's
2014.11 - 2020.05
Trauma ICU Nurse
John C Lincoln North Mountain
2005.12 - 2015.01
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Paradise Community College
- ACLS
- BLS
- TNCC
- PALS
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