Jadirys Acevedo Reyes
Saint Cloud,Fl ,FL
Summary
Experienced in Nursing Sciences for 15 years and licensed in Puerto Rico and Florida with strong clinical and people skills. Looking for an opportunity to expand my knowledge, in your company. Fluent in Spanish-English. Professionally trained with experience and excellent communication skills ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients. Emergency Department, Oncology ,Pre Op and PACU as my expertise areas, serving to a diverse population with different acute critical care conditions. Professionally trained to care for patients of different cultures and backgrounds.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Knowledgeable PACU Charge Nurse accomplished in leading effective teams and supervising patients in a 22 Bays Recovery - Pre op area. A dependable individual always willing assist patients and staff members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Charge Nurse
AdventHealth System
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Ensured timely patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs, pain levels, and postoperative complications.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety regulations, infection control protocols, and hospital policies at all times in the PACU environment.
- Advocated for patients and their families to ensure that they received the highest quality of care.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists for seamless patient hand-offs during preoperative and postoperative stages.
- Supported continuity of care through clear communication with interdisciplinary team members both verbally and written documentation.
- Managed scheduling efficiently to ensure adequate staffing levels while minimizing overtime costs within budget constraints.
- Expedited discharge planning processes by collaborating with case managers to provide necessary referrals or resources upon leaving the PACU setting.
- Mitigated risk for potential complications through diligent assessment of post-operative patients'' needs.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth among nursing staff members.
- Contributed to a positive team dynamic through active participation in meetings, educational sessions, and collaborative problem solving.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight in a 3 Phase 1-2 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse PCU OBS
Advent Health System
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Identified patient needs based on objective data and followed through with appropriate documentation.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Conducted ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes to document success of interventions and strategies in relation to plan of care.
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Charted nurse's notes to reflect care provided to resident and resident's responses to care and intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop, implement and evaluate interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Instructed and documented patient follow-up care activities to prepare for transfer or discharge.
- Educated patients and families about medications and treatment instructions to facilitate continuum of care.
- Responded to code blue alerts within facility to initiate protocol, special procedures and cardiac monitoring.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for Observation unit.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of COVID patients in challenging enhanced Droplet/ Contact environment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Doctors Of Clinical Specialties By Dr. Crisostomo
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including chemotherapy/ iron infusion procedures and therapeutic phlebotomy..
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Provided individualized patient education on chemotherapy medications, infusion procedures, and side-effect management strategies to promote self-advocacy and coping skills.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening skills and empathetic communication style, fostering a supportive environment during challenging times in their lives.
- Reduced patient anxiety through clear communication and therapeutic relationship-building techniques.
- Provided compassionate care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, addressing their emotional and physical needs.
- Advocated for patients'' preferences and goals of care during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring that their voices were heard in the decision-making process.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and intrathecal injections for optimal patient care delivery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse
St Cloud Regional Medical Center
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, Arrhythmia's, asthma, COPD and pneumonia
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 7-8 patients daily
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
- Followed infection control procedures
- Took and recorded patients temperature, pulse and blood pressure
- Transcribed doctors’ medication orders, lab test requests and care plans
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes
- Utilized Fowler's, supine, Sim's or prone positions to position patients for operations, maintaining patients’ airways and circulation through procedure and preventing nerve damage.
- Monitored blood pressure and heart rate of patients with cardiac issues and high cholesterol to detect irregular heartbeats and hypertension.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Recover post Hearth Cath patients and complete assessment until patient was able to return to the floor or to be discharge home.
- Recover patient in PACU after surgery and complete assessment.
- Identification of the patient with two identifiers, such as name and date of birth.
- Mental and physiological status of the patient.
- Cardiovascular and respiratory status.
- Pain assessment.
- Previous surgeries and anesthesia experience.
- Allergies to medications and food.
- Identify patient's support system; Their significant other, or friends that are present.
- Educate patient's about care after surgery.
Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit
Adventist Health System
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Took and recorded patients temperature, pulse and blood pressure
- Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 8 patients daily
- Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, Arrhythmia's, asthma, COPD and pneumonia
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
- Followed infection control procedures
- Transcribed doctors’ medication orders, lab test requests and care plans
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
H.I.M.A San Pablo Hospital
08.2008 - 04.2017
- Properly treated patient with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, Arrhythmias, Asthma, COPD, GSW, Stroke, TIA's, Pneumonia, Pneumothorax, Stabbing Wounds, DKA's, Overdose, Multiple Traumas. etc
- Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Examined patients and dispensed contraceptives and other medications as needed
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases
- Self directed with astute judgment skills
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
- Closely monitored acute and trauma conditions
- Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to ER
- Assessments, evaluations, fluid intake and output on dialysis patients
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Cared for as many as 100 patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms and providing expert emergency care
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
Education
Certification - Chemo Certified RN
AdventHealth System
Kissimmee, FL02.2022
Certification - American Heart Association- 03/2023
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Orlando, FL03.2021
Certification - American Heart Association- 04/2022
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Orlando, FL04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Sciences
Columbia Central University
Caguas, PR05.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing Sciences
Columbia Central University
Caguas, PR05.2008
High School Diploma -
Jose Campeche High School
San Lorenzo, PR05.2004
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Qualified critical nurse
- Acute care expertise
- High level of autonomy
- Culturally competent care
- Patient/family focused/advocacy
- Venipuncture/blood draw expert
- Chest pain management expert
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Foley catheter insertion/removal
- Lab result interpretation
- Intravenous therapy
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Precepting/ Educator
- Pre- and post surgical care
- JP drain care/removal
- Colonoscopy/Ileostomy care
- NG tube insertion and removal
- Staples removal
- Professional bedside manner
- Clinical judgment
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Patient Experience expert/Hourly rounding
- Anesthesia recovery
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Patient recovery assessments
- Airway management
- Compassionate care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Staff training and development
- Shift scheduling
Timeline
PACU Charge Nurse
AdventHealth System
05.2022 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse PCU OBS
Advent Health System
01.2021 - 05.2022
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Doctors Of Clinical Specialties By Dr. Crisostomo
07.2020 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse
St Cloud Regional Medical Center
09.2018 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit
Adventist Health System
05.2017 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
H.I.M.A San Pablo Hospital
08.2008 - 04.2017
Certification - Chemo Certified RN
AdventHealth System
Certification - American Heart Association- 03/2023
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Certification - American Heart Association- 04/2022
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Sciences
Columbia Central University
Associate of Science - Nursing Sciences
Columbia Central University
High School Diploma -
Jose Campeche High School
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