John Jaramillo
Registered Nurse
Hollywood,FL
Summary
- Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Over 3 years of clinical experience in a Cardiovascular ICU in a Level 1 Trauma Center providing care for patients with complex diagnoses
- CCRN certified and current RN III
- Participating in interdisciplinary rounds and medical teamwork
- Patient support including assessment, providing education regarding medications and treatment, analyzing lab work, documentation of care, and administration of treatment procedures
- Supervising and coordinating nursing staff
- Over 14 years of total patient care and 2 years as a charge nurse in a long term care setting
- 20 years of customer service relations and hospitality services
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
RN III
Memorial Regional Hospital
08.2016 - Current
- Provide exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as fresh Open Heart Surgical patients (CABG's, Valve replacements, and Dissection Repairs), IABP, CRRT, end-stage Heart Failure patients (Impella's, LVAD's and heart transplantation), ECMO patients, ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
- Implement care for patients requiring vasoactive drips, analgesics, sedatives, and neuromuscular-blocking agents
- Administer oral and IV medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Monitor patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity and implementing appropriate interventions
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
- Participate in nursing simulation activities such as ECPR drills and CSU-ALS training along with evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education
- Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
CNA/LPN/RN
Colfax General LTC
03.2010 - 07.2016
- Cared for residents in long term care living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
- Cared for residents with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Oversaw and maintained residents' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Participated in fun group activities with residents to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
Education
Bachelors Degree of Science - Nursing
Helen And Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing & Health Sciences At The University of Colorado
Colorado Springs, Colorado 05.2016 - 05.2016
AAS-Associate Degree Of Nursing, LPN, AGS, AA, AS -
Trinidad State Junior College
Trinidad, CO 08.2013 - 05.2015
Skills
ACLS-BLS certifiedundefined
Accomplishments
- Preceptor - Trained staff/travel/float pool nurses in caring for open heart surgical patients, advanced heart failure patients with devices and complex diagnoses to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Charge Nurse - Supervised and led 6-8 ancillary staff nurses for a 30 bed unit.
- Chair for Clinical Ladder Subcommittee for 6North nurses
- 2018/2019 Step Out: South Florida Diabetes Walk, Fort Lauderdale Florida- Served as Team Captain for 6North and venerated a fundraiser to fund critical research, advocacy efforts, programs and education to support all children and adults living with diabetes.
- Current:
- RN III Nursing Clinical Ladder- Monthly and Quarterly in person meetings are held to support nursing professional development, increase quality of nursing, promote a healthy work environment and recruit/retain nurses. It provides recognition and rewards for excellence in professional nursing practice. To maintain clinical ladder status there are yearly requirements which include ongoing community service/involvement, additional education requirements and teachings/research depending on status in addition to attendance to 75% of the meetings annually.
- CVICU Wound Care Committee- To prevent and improve patient outcomes and quality of life in regards to wound care management within our unit. Meetings are held quarterly to evaluate and implement evidence based practice guidelines in our unit while taking into consideration at risk patients and initiation of proper preventative care bundles.
- Shared Governance- Monthly discussions and implementation of core values and beliefs embraced by CVICU and CIMCU nurses to practice to pursue and achieve quality care. It involves participatory decision-making with team members to follow organized decision-making processes regarding quality improvement, practice standards, professional development, and research.
- Co-chair for the CVICU Social Committee- Our goal is to encourage employee bonding and engagement and also providing volunteer opportunities. We hold monthly meetings to plan extracurricular activities or events which aim to make the workplace more enjoyable and foster positive interactions amongst coworkers.
Affiliations
2024 Co-Chair CVICU Social Committee
2022-current American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
2015-current American Nurse Association (ANA)
2013-2016 The National Society of Leadership and Success- Sigma Alpha Pi and Alpha Delta Nu
2014-2015 Vice President of the Colorado Student Nurse Association
2013-2015 President of the TSJC Student Nurse Association
2012-2015 Phi Theta Kappa Who's Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges
2012-2013 Secretary and Vice President-Big Bang Science Club
Additional Information
CREDENTIALS
- 2015-current (RN) License, State of Florida and Compact States
- 2017 Essentials of Critical-Care Orientation
- 2015 RN Pronouncement- State of New Mexico
- 2014 (LPN) License, State of New Mexico Board Examination
Certification
ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
10-2023
ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
05-2023
BLS- Basic Life Support
05-2023
CCRN- Critical Care Registered Nurse
10-2022
RN III
Memorial Regional Hospital
08.2016 - Current
Bachelors Degree of Science - Nursing
Helen And Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing & Health Sciences At The University of Colorado
05.2016 - 05.2016
AAS-Associate Degree Of Nursing, LPN, AGS, AA, AS -
Trinidad State Junior College
08.2013 - 05.2015
CNA/LPN/RN
Colfax General LTC
03.2010 - 07.2016