Jessica E. Garcia
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse specializing in Cardiovascular/Thoracic and Surgical Intensive Care Units. Expertise in post-operative open-heart recovery and hemodynamic management, alongside mentoring nurses in high-acuity settings. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical/Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
Miami Beach, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Administered critical care interventions for diverse patient populations in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to patients requiring continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation(ECMO), Impella, Intra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP).
- Recover and manage patients following open heart, cardiothoracic surgeries and general surgeries, including post operative stabilization, optimization, hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive medication titration, mechanical ventilation, and management of post operative complications.
- Recover patients in the post-operative phase that are undergoing cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries including Coronary artery Bypass Graft Surgery, valve repair/replacements, and Aortic Aneurysm repairs.
- Monitored vital signs and interpreted data to identify changes in patient condition promptly.
- Responded effectively to emergency situations, demonstrating strong clinical judgment under pressure.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, fostering understanding and compliance.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, such as arterial line insertions, central line insertions, and intubations.
- Serve as a preceptor and mentor for nurses transitioning into critical care, facilitating development of clinical judgment, critical thinking, competency development, patient prioritization, and clinical coaching, while supporting safe progression toward independent practice.
Cardiac Telemetry/Step-down
Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida
Miami Beach, FL
02.2018 - Current
- Managed heart failure care and provided education to inpatients and post-discharge patients to improve understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Provided comprehensive post-cardiac catheterization care for patients after CABG, pacemaker placement, and other procedures to ensure recovery and monitor complications.
- Managed chest tube insertion and monitoring for patient recovery., pleural catheter management.
- Executed lead placements and 12-lead interpretations while administering beta blockers, heparin, Cardizem, amiodarone, and other cardiovascular medication drips.
West Wing 10 Surgical Transplant Unit
Jackson Memorial Hospital
Miami, FL
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Directed patient care for of diverse patient population including gastrointestinal, kidney and liver transplant patients in the acute care setting.
- Conducted assessments and monitoring patients post-surgical procedures with history of surgical transplant.
- Conducted patient education and advocacy post-operatively, ensuring understanding and support throughout recovery.
- Administered direct nursing care and post-surgical pain management using PCA system and various methods.
Education
Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP Program
Barry University
Miami Shores, FL12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barry University
Miami Shores, FL05-2017
Associate in Arts - Pre-Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05-2014
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Powerpoint
- Proficient in EMR software: Epic and Cerner
- Detail-oriented
- Interpersonal communication
- Quality patient care
- Organized and Efficient
NURSE PRACTITIONER PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care Final Practicum | Jackson Memorial Hospital
Fall 2026 - 250 hours
Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Preceptor: Melanie Sierra, AGACNP-BC
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care III | Jackson Memorial Hospital
Summer 2026 - 125 hours
Cardiovascular ICU, Preceptor: Nour Bitar, AGACNP-BC
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care II | Ryder Trauma Center at JMH
Spring 2026 - 125 hours
Trauma ICU, Preceptor: Monica Mella, AGACNP-BC
- Differential Diagnosis | Ryder Trauma Center JMH
Spring 2026 - 62.5hrs
Trauma ICU, Preceptor Monica Mella, AGACNP-BC
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care I | Jackson Memorial Hospital
Fall 2025 - 125hrs
Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Preceptor: Jeanette Falcon, AGACNP-BC
- Clinical Procedures at Jackson Memorial Hospital
Summer 2025 - 125hrs
Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Preceptor: Jeanette Falcon, AGACNP-BC
Certification
Registered Nurse License
Florida Registered Nurse
License Number #RN9468676
ACLS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
American Heart Association
Renew by: 09/2027
BLS
Basic Life Support
American Heart Association
Renew by: 09/2027
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Community Health Fair | Barry University, May 2026
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary student team to develop and implement a campus-based community health fair focused on health promotion, disease prevention, and community education.
- Contributing to planning, coordination, educational development, and delivery of health-focused resources.
SIMEX 2026 | Interdisciplinary Disaster Response Simulation, Barry University
- Participated in a school-based interdisciplinary disaster response simulation designed to provide hands-on experience managing large-scale medical emergencies and mass casualty events
- Served as the Lead Nurse Practitioner in my group, coordinating clinical decision making, delegation, and interdisciplinary communication during the simulated emergency response.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
- Inducted to Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, Lambda Chi Chapter, Barry University, 2026
- Nurse of the Month, SICU/CVICU, MSMC, April 2025, January 2026, May 2026
- Preceptor Recognition, 2024, 2025, 2026
- Nurse of the Unit for the year 2020
Timeline
Surgical/Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
07.2021 - Current
West Wing 10 Surgical Transplant Unit
Jackson Memorial Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2021
Cardiac Telemetry/Step-down
Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida
02.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP Program
Barry University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barry University
Associate in Arts - Pre-Nursing
Miami Dade College