Helen Otero
Brandon,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Tampa General Hospital, skilled in critical care and patient advocacy. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and strong clinical judgment. Adept at managing complex cases and providing holistic care, fostering a supportive environment for patients and families alike.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital Emergency Room
11.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Tampa, FL01-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Tampa, FL03-2021
Skills
- BLS/ACLS/PALS
- TNCC
- NRP/STABLE
- CERNER and EPIC use
- Pediatric/Adult/Geriatric care
- Intravenous therapy
- Critical care
- Emergency response
- Strong clinical judgment
- Precepting
- Diabetes management
- Emergency procedures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital Emergency Room
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
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