Isaac Mendoza
Irvine,CA
Summary
Hardworking ICU Registered Nurse well-versed in primary care. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Performs in stressful and crisis situations and interprets and applies policies and procedures with good judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center
Fountain Valley, CA
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Austin Seton Medical Center
Austin , TX
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and provided post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical System
New Braunfels, TX
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Assisted in the performance of diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide nursing care.
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
Registered Nurse, ICU
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
San Antonio, TX
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
- Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
- Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Luke's Hospital
San Antonio, TX
07.2016 - 10.2019
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Cared for more than 2 patients each shift while delegating assignments and supervising junior team members to handle needs of 30-bed Comprehensive Stroke(Neuro)/CV/Med-Surg ICU unit.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
- Cultivated working partnerships with patients and medical staff members, using feedback and clinical data to improve quality care and patient outcomes.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
- Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Administered colostomies and ostomies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
- Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
- Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
- Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
- Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05.2016
Skills
Patient relations
- Patient monitoring
- Unit administration
- Medical screening
- Maintaining feeding pumps
- Patient Care
- Life-sustaining machines
- Family and patient support
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Flow sheet charting
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- SBAR communication
- Preparing for procedures
- Patient education and counseling
- Vascular care understanding
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Administering medicines
- Diabetes management
- Emotional awareness
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Management
- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Certification
- Infectious disease control
- Removing stitches and staples
- McKesson
- Tracheostomy care
- Computerized charting specialist
- Critical care
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Cerner
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Catheters
- Impela, Balloon-pump, EVD specialist
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Updating computer records
- Medical assessment
- Strong medical ethic
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Patient discharging
- Process improvement
- Relationship development
- Customer service
- Taking vitals
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center
05.2023 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Austin Seton Medical Center
12.2021 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical System
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, ICU
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
10.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Luke's Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
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