Jacquelyn Fuertez
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Seeking to begin my nursing practice in a high-acuity surgical trauma step-down environment where strong clinical judgment, rapid assessment, and early recognition of patient deterioration support safe, evidence-based patient care. Experienced in caring for medically complex patients through clinical rotations in surgical trauma, neuro step-down, medical-surgical, and critical care settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmology Assistant
Dr. John Rossi
Ontario, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake, ensuring accurate data collection and efficient appointment scheduling.
- Conducted preliminary tests, including visual acuity assessments and tonometry measurements.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and proper contact lens usage to enhance compliance.
- Assisted in caring for patients with multiple chronic comorbidities, reinforcing education related to disease management, follow-up care, and symptom control.
- Supported care for post-stroke and neurologically impaired patients, performing routine screenings and monitoring for changes requiring provider follow-up.
- Worked with medically complex and paraplegic patients, adapting care approaches to support mobility limitations and chronic condition management.
- Performed vision screenings, pupillary assessments (PERRLA), retinal imaging, OCT imaging, and ophthalmic medication administration while monitoring for therapeutic response and adverse reactions.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient status to providers to support timely clinical decision-making.
- Supported care for diverse patient populations by adapting communication approaches to individual patient needs.
Clinical Experience
Loma Linda University Medical Center And Children's Hospital
Loma Linda, CA
01.2024 - 05.2026
- Performed focused assessments and recognized subtle changes in patient condition across surgical trauma, neuro step-down, medical-surgical, and pediatric critical care clinical settings.
- Assisted in the care of high-acuity patients requiring advanced respiratory support, telemetry monitoring, vasoactive infusions, CRRT, and neurological monitoring.
- Conducted frequent neurological assessments including ICP monitoring, ventriculostomy /EVD monitoring, lumbar drain management, and stroke-focused assessments.
- Monitored patients with complex neurological and medical conditions, communicating changes in patient status promptly to support early intervention and escalation of care.
- Assisted in caring for patients requiring high-acuity interventions including sedation management, respiratory support, and complex line/drain management.
- Developed prioritization, adaptability, and interdisciplinary communication skills while caring for medically complex patients in fast-paced clinical environments.
Shift Team Leader
Flame Broiler
Ontario, CA
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Led daily operations in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining organization, efficiency, and team collaboration.
- Trained and mentored team members, promoting accountability and effective teamwork.
- Prioritized multiple time-sensitive responsibilities while maintaining adaptability under pressure.
- Resolved customer concerns using professionalism, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA06.2026
Skills
- High-acuity patient assessment
- Early recognition of patient deterioration
- Neurological assessment & stroke care
- ICP/EVD & lumbar drain monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring and Respiratory support monitoring
- Sedation & vasoactive infusion monitoring
- Complex line/drain management
- Interdisciplinary communication & SBAR
- Patient education & chronic disease management
- Fluent in Spanish
- Diagnostic testing
- Pharmacology
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), California — NCLEX expected July 2026
- BLS, AHA Certification — expires 12/2027
- ACLS, AHA Certification — expires 04/2028
- PALS, AHA Certification — expires 04/2028
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification, AHA — expires 04/2028
Timeline
Ophthalmology Assistant
Dr. John Rossi
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Experience
Loma Linda University Medical Center And Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2026
Shift Team Leader
Flame Broiler
01.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University
Leadership and Volunteer
- Critical Care Study Group Leader
- Critical Care Tutor
- Pediatric/Child Health Tutor
- Supported patient-centered care initiatives focused on understanding patient values, personal preferences, and meaningful aspects of life important to critically ill patients and families.
- Encouraged compassionate, individualized care through therapeutic communication and emotional support within the intensive care setting.
- Supported initiatives focused on cancer awareness, patient support, and community outreach.
- Participated in service initiatives supporting whole-person care and community wellness.