Isis Quilarque
Registered Nurse
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate clinician, exceptional at customer service and patient care. With strong organizational, communication, and writing skills, keen clinical assessment and independent problem-solving skills. Proficiency in diagnostic with knowledge of medical software, such as Allscripts and Centricity. Proficiency in using standard medical equipment and devices. And with the ability to work well with diverse population.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Private Duty Pediatric and Geriatric Nurse
JSP Life Agency
Bronx, NY
02.2022 - Current
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
- Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Bronx Care Hospital
The Bronx, NY
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Med-surge/Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Bronx Care Hospital
The Bronx, NY
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Collaborated with health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for patients simultaneously.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Utilized Allscript software to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as thoracentesis and intubation .
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY 01.2015 - 05.2018
Skills
Performing patient care through monitoring and assessment
Ability to oversee others and organize many patients’ charts
Coordinate patient care and educate patients and families about medical conditions
Knowledge to perform and evaluate diagnostic tests
Ability to work directly with patients, families, and doctors
Maintaining documentation and records as well as use of computer systems
Experience dressing wounds, administering medication, and aiding doctors in medical procedures
A thorough understanding of HIPAA and privacy policies
Knowledge of preventive care strategies
Understanding of chronic diseases and how to manage them
Ability to work independently in a clinical setting
Strong clinical judgment
Critical thinking and problem resolution
Experience working in a team-based environment
Time management
Timeline
Private Duty Pediatric and Geriatric Nurse
JSP Life Agency
02.2022 - Current
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Bronx Care Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2021
Med-surge/Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Bronx Care Hospital
12.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lehman College of The City University of New York
01.2015 - 05.2018