José Sotomayor
Newport News,Virginia
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with ICU background. Possess essential skills in patient care, emergency response, medical teamwork and critical care nursing. Known for strong decision-making abilities, adaptability to high-stress environments and commitment to maintaining highest level of patient safety. Previous roles highlight effective communication with patients, families and medical staff along with outstanding contribution to quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in the intensive care unit.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and recovery processes.
- Assisted in emergency interventions during critical situations in the ICU.
- Trained new nursing staff on ICU protocols and best practices.
- Maintained a sterile environment and ensured infection control measures were followed.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients' families, helping them navigate complex medical information.
Surgical Services Patient Representative, OR
Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Communicated critical patient information between nursing staff, anesthesia, providers, and leadership.
- Assisted with surgical preparation using sterile technique and infection-control protocols.
- Transported patients and equipment safely throughout perioperative areas.
- Adhered to biohazard disposal and hospital safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA 08.2024 - 12.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton, VA05-2023
Skills
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Infection control practices
- Emotional support provision
- Medical equipment management
- Tracheostomy care
- Medication and IV administration
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) initiation and management
- Ultrasound IV placement
Affiliations
• Member of the Sunshine Committee on MICU (2024-2026)
• Volunteer, Virginia Peninsula Foodbank — Community food distribution and support services
• Volunteer, Virginia Peninsula Foodbank — Community food distribution and support services
Accomplishments
Brain Saver Award
Four Daisy Nominations
Four Daisy Nominations
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
08.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Surgical Services Patient Representative, OR
Riverside Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - 07.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Peninsula Community College