John Ochoa
DesMoines,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in 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.
Strive to maintain a safe and fluid patient environment for promotion in healing and cultural sensitivity.
Positive team player and good problem solver, also use humor to promote a positive work environment with coworkers.
References available upon request.
Looking forward for an opportunity to interview with your organization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac CCU
Multicare Good Samaritain Hospital
04.2014 - 12.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Valley Medical Center
04.2004 - 03.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Served as a resource for colleagues on evidence-based practices in critical care nursing, promoting best practice implementation across the float pool.
Medical Assistant / Pediatrics, Family Practice
Pac Med
10.1996 - 08.2004
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Medication and vaccination administration, assist with patient procedures.
- High volume fast paced patient care.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Tacoma General Hospital
06.2003 - 01.2004
- Contributed to positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on shared goals, and promoting teamwork within Emergency Department.
- Provided support to patients experiencing emotional distress or mental health crises, utilizing therapeutic communication techniques to create a sense of trust and safety.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic procedures by providing necessary equipment, preparing patients for exams, and ensuring accuracy of test results.
- ED certified, TNCC candidate
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA08.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Highline Community College
DesMoines, WA06.2003
No Degree - Heating Systems Engineer
United States Air Force
Wichita Falls, TX06.1983
Skills
Duties included acute response to cardiac and other acute events
Cardiac sheath maintenance and removal post heart catheterization
Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
ICU fill in registered nurse during Covid pandemic
Charge nurse
Unit resource nurse
IV start, phlebotomy
ACLS/ BLS renew April 2026, NIH renew December 2025
Languages
German
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac CCU
Multicare Good Samaritain Hospital
04.2014 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Valley Medical Center
04.2004 - 03.2014
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Tacoma General Hospital
06.2003 - 01.2004
Medical Assistant / Pediatrics, Family Practice
Pac Med
10.1996 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Seattle Pacific University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Highline Community College
No Degree - Heating Systems Engineer
United States Air Force
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