Hugo Avila
El Paso
Summary
Compassionate and patient-oriented nurse with a strong background in delivering exceptional care to diverse populations. Committed to exceeding expectations through a diligent approach and adaptability to new challenges and policies. Recognized for reliability and punctuality, consistently prioritizing tasks and employing problem-solving skills to enhance team success. Dedicated to ensuring patient comfort, safety, and privacy through strict adherence to established protocols while actively pursuing opportunities for continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
RN II
El Paso Psychiatric Center
02.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care outcomes and enhance service delivery.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and coping strategies effectively.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and procedural guidelines for psychiatric care.
- Implemented safety protocols ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Evaluated treatment progress through regular monitoring and documented changes in patient behavior.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Team Member
Whataburger
11.2017 - 02.2019
- 1. Restocked supplies to keep teams productive.
- 2. Processed incoming deliveries, moved products through staging, and organized storage areas.
- 3. Reported security concerns to supervisors to minimize losses.
- 4. Kept equipment working properly with regular inspections and maintenance.
- 5. Completed numerous orders and projects per shift with high accuracy.
- 6. Lifted and safely moved heavy loads.
- 7. Helped to increase business efficiency and profitability with recommended process optimizations.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
El Paso, TX08.2022
Associate's degree - Multidisciplinary Arts
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX05.2020
Skills
- Effective time management
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Problem-solving
- Care plan implementation
- Strong communication
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Medication administration
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Care strategy development
- Patient education
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN II
El Paso Psychiatric Center
02.2023 - Current
Team Member
Whataburger
11.2017 - 02.2019
BSN - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Associate's degree - Multidisciplinary Arts
El Paso Community College