Poised Registered Nurse with experience in service coordination and support. 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. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships with empathetic communication and a respectful attitude to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Association
Inter American University Of Puerto Rico, Metro
08.2021 - 05.2023
Aided in field work during the 2022 hurricane in Puerto Rico. Tending to the community in clinical outreach.
Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
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.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Patient Transporter
Riverside Community Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2021
Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Assisted with discharge process by escorting patients with belongings to leave facility safely and comfortably.
Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
EMT-B
Premier Medical Transport
01.2018 - 01.2019
Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
Education
Associates Degree in Science And Nursing - Nursing
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metropolitan Campus
San Juan, PR
05.2023
Skills
Bilingual
Calm Under Stress
Great Adaptability
Team Collaborator
Patient Care and Safety Priority
Great Patient Monitoring
Great Care Plan Development
Attention to Detail
Pain Management
Wound Care
Timeline
Nursing Association
Inter American University Of Puerto Rico, Metro
08.2021 - 05.2023
Patient Transporter
Riverside Community Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2021
EMT-B
Premier Medical Transport
01.2018 - 01.2019
Associates Degree in Science And Nursing - Nursing
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metropolitan Campus
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