Jorge Rodriguez
Laredo,TX
Summary
Hard working and dedicated Registered Nurse who places patient safety at the forefront. Am committed to exceeding quality standards in the care of patients and am always willing to accept new challenges, in inpatient and outpatient environments as well as accept different roles in order to fill staffing and patient needs . Have mentored and precepted Graduate Registered Nurses and and served as Charge Nurse. Am versatile nurse having experience in different areas, in inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as pediatric home health.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Clinical Manager/Medical Surgical Units
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
05.2024 - Current
- Performed SENTAC Leadership rounds and actively listened to patients and their families to ensure quality and satisfaction of care.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to perform service recovery when necessary.
- Regularly attended Interdisciplinary Rounds in order to advocate for patients.
- Sat in on New Hire Interviews with Med/Surg Director.
- Attended an participated in Nursing Leadership.
- Attended MOR's with the Med/Surg Director.
- Attended Monthly Managers Meeting.
- Participated in Daily Safety Huddle
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards through consistent monitoring and implementation of corrective actions when needed.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the clinic by enforcing policies related to infection control, medication administration, and incident reporting procedures.
- Fostered a positive work culture by recognizing employee achievements and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management, and competency improvement.
- Communicated with patients, asked appropriate questions, and employed active listening to determine best care.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate seamless patient care across various medical specialties.
- Handled job duties for staff members which were unavailable or out of office.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices to inform ongoing improvements in clinical management strategies.
Bed Coordinator/House Supervisor
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Served as a liaison between hospital administration and nursing staff, advocating for improvements that positively impacted patient care delivery.
- Worked with Corporate trainers, Nursing Leadership, Charge RN's, and staff RN's to roll out and successfully implement the Capacity Management (CAPMAN) bed management system.
- Performed SENTAC Leadership Rounds
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to perform "service recovery" when necessary
- Facilitated interhospital transfers by communicating with physicians, hospital transfer centers and various forms of modes of transportation including air and ground transport.
- Implemented an "Escalation Protocol" for delays in intrahospital transfers
- Exemplified strong leadership skills by serving as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance and support throughout their onboarding process.
- Collaborated with Charge Nurses during daily staffing huddles
- Responded to all Rapid Responses, Code Blues, Code STEMI, Dr. Heart and Trauma codes where I served as crowd control for staff and update family during process.
- Promoted a safe working environment for nursing staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Streamlined communication between departments for better patient care and timely treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, addressing concerns and providing updates on their loved ones'' conditions.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Doctors Hospital
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Delivered proper care to victims of domestic violence at urgent care clinic.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Cath Lab Registered Nurse PRN
Cigarroa Surgical Institute
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported physicians throughout introduction of medical devices and vascular closure with collagen plugs and stitches.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Administered diagnostic angiograms, injecting intravenous dye for x-ray examination and using catheters to introduce tools needed for medical treatments.
- Performed fractional flow reserve tests to measure blood pressure and diagnose severity of restriction at blocked areas within arteries.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Cared for patients in 8-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Krucial CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Registered Nurse PRN
Aveanna Heathcare
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Intensive Care Unit Nurse - Krucial travel
Hospitals Of Providence Memorial Campus
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Doctor's Hospital Of Laredo
08.2016 - 11.2020
- Open Heart Trained
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Administered comprehensive dialysis treatment to wide range of patients, including indigent and low-income patient populations.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives .
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for [Type] rehabilitation unit.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With Minor in Criminal Justice
Texas A & M International University
Laredo05.1999
Skills
- 8 years ICU experience
- Open Heart trained
- 8 years of experience with care of ventilated patients
- 8 years of experience with care of heart catheterizations
- 7 years experience with balloon pumps
- 7 years of experience with Impella
- Staff Supervision
- Precepting
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Acute Care Expertise
- Infection Control Measures
- ACLS
- BLS
- Critical Care Nursing
- Mechanical Ventilators
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- IV Administration
- Intramuscular Injections
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Disease Processes
- Nursing Process
- Patient Medical Histories
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Admission
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Chest Tubes
- Seizure Disorders
- Ventilator Care
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Nursing Assignments
- Daily Audits
- Nursing Diagnosis
- Industry Best Practices
- EMR Systems
- PICC Lines
- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Standards Administration
- Blood Transfusions
- Issue Assessment and Monitoring
- Ventilation Management
- Specimen Results Interpretation
- Proper Medical Equipment Storage
- Enforcement of Policies and Procedures
- Student Mentorship
- Patient Prioritization
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Sedation Management
- Infection Control Procedures
- Electronic Charting
- Protocol and Procedure Improvement
- Cardiovascular Intensive Care
- Record Updating
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Emotional Support
- Nutrition and Nourishment Issues
- Specialized Care
- Floor Assignments
- Monitoring Telemetry
Affiliations
- Chair of the Falls Committee
Additional Information
Chair of the Falls Committee 2024, Co-Chair Critical Care Committee
Timeline
Interim Clinical Manager/Medical Surgical Units
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
05.2024 - Current
Bed Coordinator/House Supervisor
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
07.2023 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, ICU
Doctors Hospital
07.2022 - 07.2023
Cath Lab Registered Nurse PRN
Cigarroa Surgical Institute
01.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, ICU
Krucial CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
06.2021 - 10.2021
Intensive Care Unit Nurse - Krucial travel
Hospitals Of Providence Memorial Campus
11.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse PRN
Aveanna Heathcare
03.2019 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, ICU
Doctor's Hospital Of Laredo
08.2016 - 11.2020
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Laredo Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With Minor in Criminal Justice
Texas A & M International University
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