Iris Testa
Chula Vista,USA
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in high-acuity telemetry and acute care, providing safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care. Skilled in continuous cardiac monitoring, high-alert IV drips including heparin and amiodarone, NIH Stroke Scale assessments, and rapid response situations. Recognized for early identification of patient deterioration, strong clinical judgment, accurate documentation, and compassionate care. Seeking to continue growing in progressive care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry Unit Staff Nurse
Paradise Valley Hospital
02.2025 - Current
- Provide evidence-based, patient-centered care to 4 high-acuity telemetry patients per 12-hour shift, with focus on early recognition of clinical deterioration.
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, promptly recognizing and responding to life-threatening arrhythmias.
- Administer and titrate high-alert IV drips, including heparin and amiodarone, per protocol and provider orders.
- Perform NIH Stroke Scale assessments and neurological checks to promote timely intervention and patient safety.
- Complete comprehensive assessments, reassessments, and accurate EMR documentation of patient status changes.
- Respond effectively to rapid response and code events as part of the interdisciplinary team.
- Educate patients and families on safety, plan of care, and discharge preparation.
- Occasionally float to the Medical-Surgical unit, demonstrating adaptability and supporting safe, efficient patient care.
RN Staff Nurse
Somerset Sub-Acute
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to 9–13 medically complex patients per shift in a subacute and long-term care setting.
- Cared for patients with tracheostomies, mechanical ventilation, and PEG tube feedings.
- Performed suctioning, airway management, and ventilator monitoring to promote respiratory stability.
- Administered medications via enteral and parenteral routes while ensuring safety and adherence to infection control practices.
- Worked collaboratively with respiratory therapy and interdisciplinary teams to support quality care and improve patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
South University
Round Rock, TX12-2023
Skills
- Telemetry and continuous cardiac monitoring
- Heparin and amiodarone IV drips (titration per protocol)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Rapid response and code support
- High-acuity medical-surgical care
- Accurate EMR documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), California | July 2024 - March 2028
- BLS, American Heart Association | Expires February 2025
- ACLS, American Heart Association | Expires February 2025
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) | April 2025
Languages
English
Timeline
Telemetry Unit Staff Nurse
Paradise Valley Hospital
02.2025 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Somerset Sub-Acute
09.2024 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
South University