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Work History
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Irma Valdes

Miami

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in trauma and critical care at Aventura Hospital. Proven ability in emergency response and medication administration, delivering compassionate care while enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in effective communication and team collaboration, ensuring optimal care coordination in high-pressure environments. Committed to excellence in patient safety and infection control.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse/ICU/Trauma

Aventura Hospital
Aventura
06.2024 - Current
  • Responded effectively to code blue events within the unit.
  • Utilized critical thinking to make life-saving decisions in emergency situations.
  • Assessed requirements for additional resources, including specialty consults and diagnostic tests.
  • Provided direct patient care in Trauma ICU, encompassing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plans.
  • Facilitated communication among physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals regarding patient status.
  • Monitored vital signs to detect changes in heart rate, blood pressure, and respiratory rate.

Registered Nurse

Healthtrust Workforce Solutions
Sunrise
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care across critical care units, including ICU, MICU, SICU, TICU, ER, and PCU.
  • Managed patient care to stabilize critically ill individuals through effective medication administration.
  • Utilized advanced medical equipment to monitor vital signs and assess recovery progress.

Registered Nurse-CVICU

HCA Lawnwood Hospital
Fort Pierce
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Administered comprehensive care to critically ill patients with cardiovascular conditions in CVICU at HCA Lawnwood Hospital, skillfully managing complex medication regimens, monitoring vital signs, and employing advanced medical equipment while partnering with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

Registered Nurse/IV Therapy Nurse

Integrated Comprehensive Medical Center
Miami
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Administered intravenous medications, fluids, blood products, and nutrition while ensuring safety protocols compliance.
  • Monitored patient responses to infusion therapy, recording vital signs to inform treatment adjustments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient comfort and response to treatments.

Registered Nurse/PCU Stepdown

Select Specialty Critical Recovery Hospital/Shands UF-Travel Position
Gainesville
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided outstanding, compassionate care to critically ill patients in specialized travel nursing capacity at Select Specialty Critical Recovery Hospital/Shands UF, effectively addressing complex medical issues and working alongside multidisciplinary team to secure optimal patient outcomes.

Registered Nurse/Nursing Supervisor

Kindred Hospital-Travel Position
Ocala
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to healthcare standards and protocols.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated communication among patients, families, and medical professionals for effective care delivery.

Registered Nurse/Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse

Baptist Hospital
Miami
07.2018 - 10.2021
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care across high-acuity units, including Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, and Dialysis.
  • Ensured strict adherence to hospital protocols and upheld patient safety standards.
  • Delivered patient-centered treatment in the COVID Intensive Care Unit, managing critical care duties.
  • Maintained rigorous infection control measures to prevent virus spread.

Registered Nurse/ICU/IMCU

Kendall Regional Medical Center
Miami
01.2003 - 12.2017
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care across critical care units, ensuring patient safety and best practice adherence.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes in high-pressure settings.
  • Oversaw nursing staff during shifts, providing guidance and support while enforcing policies and protocols.

Registered Nurse/ICU

Doctor's Hospital
Coral Gables
08.2000 - 12.2002
  • Delivered thorough patient care in fast-paced hospital settings, efficiently overseeing medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring while upholding top safety and compliance standards.

Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse, PCU

Vencor Hospital
Coral Gables
10.1998 - 05.2000
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.

Graduate Registered Nurse/PCU

Miami Heart Institute
Miami Beach
04.1994 - 09.1998
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
  • Identified and resolved potential safety risks to enhance patient care.
  • Ensured a clean work environment, eliminating hazards and unsafe practices.
  • Coordinated discharge planning, facilitating follow-up appointments and home health services.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Miami, FL
03.1992

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY

Skills

  • Trauma patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • Care coordination
  • Leadership
  • Compassionate care
  • Cardiac care
  • Chart management
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Patient empathy
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Documentation and charting
  • Time management
  • Emergency response

Certification

  • Multi-State License
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIH

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse/ICU/Trauma

Aventura Hospital
06.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse-CVICU

HCA Lawnwood Hospital
10.2023 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse

Healthtrust Workforce Solutions
06.2023 - 01.2025

Registered Nurse/IV Therapy Nurse

Integrated Comprehensive Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2023

Registered Nurse/PCU Stepdown

Select Specialty Critical Recovery Hospital/Shands UF-Travel Position
03.2022 - 02.2023

Registered Nurse/Nursing Supervisor

Kindred Hospital-Travel Position
12.2021 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse/Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse

Baptist Hospital
07.2018 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse/ICU/IMCU

Kendall Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 12.2017

Registered Nurse/ICU

Doctor's Hospital
08.2000 - 12.2002

Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse, PCU

Vencor Hospital
10.1998 - 05.2000

Graduate Registered Nurse/PCU

Miami Heart Institute
04.1994 - 09.1998

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing