Isabelo Cruz

Worked at Unit 8200 - 2013-2021 - NeuroSurgery/Trauma

Worked at Unit 15W - 2021- Present - Trauma/Surgery

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
• Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
• Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
• Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, documenting changes in electronic health records.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient safety and care standards across departments.
• Advocated for patient needs, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support services.
• 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.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• 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.
• 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.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.

- Assisted with Physician Providers in ameliorating. various pain related issues of patients in an out patient setting

- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.