Jessica Figueroa

• Recovered and managed adult patients who underwent various neurosurgical interventions, such as craniotomies/craniectomies, angio/embolization, spinal surgeries, and Radiation Oncology procedures for prostate/ GU cancers
• Monitored patient charting to facilitate complete, accurate patient records using Epic.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge on best nursing practices and advancements within the field.
• Oversaw unit flow, created assignments, and coordinated with other PACUs for consolidation needs as Charge RN

• Enhanced student competencies through effective mentoring in clinical practices.
• Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
• Ensured academic rigor by evaluating student performance through structured assessments.
• Aligned course objectives with accreditation standards through faculty collaboration.
• Conducted skill-building workshops, improving students' proficiency in clinical techniques.

• Assessment and management of Emergency Department admissions and identifying/managing life-threatening postoperative complications such as acute hemodynamic instability and airway protection.
• Recovered and managed adult patients who underwent various neurosurgical interventions, such as craniotomies/craniectomies, angio/embolization, and spinal surgeries
• Oversaw unit functions and completed patient assignments as Charge Nurse
• Participated in Unit Practice Counsel, brainstorming ways to improve unit workflow to provide optimal patient care and safety
• Precepted new graduate staff RNs to the daily flow of the unit and provided guidance throughout orientation

• Assessed and cared for adult patients who underwent orthopedic surgeries on a Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit and Participated in HRO (High-Reliability Organization) meetings

Capstone: What are the Barriers that Prevent New Graduate Nurses from Developing Clinical Competence? An Integrative Review

Member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society