Maria Soria
CALIFORNIA
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions in Emergency Room, ICU, Med-Surg. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care with charge nurse experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Santa Clara County Oconnor Hospital
San Jose, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs to determine appropriate care plans.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices were followed.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, documentation.
- Assessed patients' health condition and determined the level of care needed.
- Provided initial patient screening, evaluation, and assessment in acute care setting.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Performed physical exams including vital signs and EKGs as required.
- Prioritized multiple tasks to accommodate urgent requests for assistance from the emergency department.
- Initiated treatments such as wound dressing changes and IV infusions as ordered by physician.
Emergency Room
CORONA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Corona, CA
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Adults, Pediatrics
- TRIAGE RN, PRECEPTOR, FLOAT, CODE RN
- Greeted incoming patients and visitors, verified patient identification and collected patient information for registration.
- Assisted in preparing emergency room rooms, stocked supplies and equipment to ensure availability of necessary items.
- Transported patients to other departments or discharged them after treatment.
- Prepared medical instruments and equipment prior to use by the physician.
- Performed EKGs on patients according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in a patient's condition and reported any changes to the RN or MD immediately.
- Provided initial patient screening, evaluation, and assessment in acute care setting.
- Assessed patients' health condition and determined the level of care needed.
- Prioritized multiple tasks to accommodate urgent requests for assistance from the emergency department.
- Managed triage phone calls by providing appropriate advice or referring callers to their primary care provider or other specialists when necessary.
Sharp Chula Vista
SNAP NURSE
Chula Vista, CA
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted in developing and implementing strategies for community outreach initiatives to increase awareness of the organization's mission.
- Ensured patient safety by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing effective pain management.
- Conducted health promotion activities for the general public in an effort to reduce emergency room visits.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with hospital policy.
- Managed multiple high stress situations while maintaining a calm demeanor and providing quality care to all patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess emergent conditions and initiate appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
Emergency Room/Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Unit
Pioneers Memorial Hospital
Brawley, CA
12.2018 - 02.2022
- Adults, Peds, Geriatrics
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- FLOAT TO ICU, MED SURG, PRE-OP
RHINO MEDICAL
Holtville, CA
06.2021 - 07.2021
- EOA (CHARGE RN) of Border Site Project with OPTUM
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
IMPERIAL REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER
Calexico, Ca
05.2021 - 07.2021
- REGISTERED NURSE III
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Prepared detailed reports on patient progress which were presented at weekly staff meetings.
Shasta College
Redding, CA
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Vaccinator COVID 19 Vaccine SNAP-NURSE
Antelope Valley Hospital
Lancaster, CA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Travel Nurse Emergency Room Nurse Level II Trauma
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
University of Pennsylvania Medical Center
Altoona, PA
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Travel ED Crisis Response
Irvine ED RN
AMN TRAVELER
Irvine, CA
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Travel Registered Nurse Crisis Response
Emergency Room/Pre-op
MSSI HealthPartners Methodist Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
09.2022
- Provided pre-operative care to patients by conducting patient assessments, obtaining vital signs and medical histories.
- Educated patients and families on pre-operative instructions, such as fasting and medications.
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room with patient preparation, including positioning, draping and skin preparation.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Trinity Mercy Hospital
Muskegon, MI
11.2020
- Travel Crisis Response ER
Education
BSN in Nursing -
Western Governor’s University
06.2021
Registered Nurse -
Imperial Valley College
12.2018
Associate of Applied Science -
Associate in General Science
IMPERIAL06.2016
GENERAL EDUCATION
SDSU-IV Campus
Skills
- Triage management
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Intervention
- Patient Education
- Electronic Health Record (HER) Management
- Infection control
- Patient advocate
- ICU/ER/PREOP/CONCIOUS SEDATION experience
- Burr hole patient care
- CPR
- Trauma Recorder
- Preceptor
- Tracheostomy care
- Wound care
- CERNER/EPIC
- PROJECT EOA
- Head to Toe assessment, focused assessments
- Assistance with ADL’s
- Care of inmates and psych patients
- Behavioral and emotional support for patient and family
- Worked with patients in different departments
- Charting
- Microsoft Word and Microsoft Works, Excel, Spread Sheet
- Computer Entry
- Able to operate computers, fax, phone, printers
- Great communication skills and great to work in groups/individual
- Great Customer Service
- Bilingual in reading, writing, and speaking fluently English and Spanish
- Fast learner
- Willing to work as a team and learn new skills
- US IV INSERTION
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Relations
- Geriatric Care
- Seizure Management
- Pediatric Care
- Airway Management
- Patient Transport
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Infection Control
- Time management abilities
- Monitoring fluids
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Laboratory Testing
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- RN CA License, 10/2024
- Minnesota RN License, 09/2024
- Michigan RN License, 11/2024
- PALS, 02/2025
- BLS, 02/2025
- ACLS, 02/2025
- NIHSS, 08/2024
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Charge RN
- Preceptor
- Triage
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Santa Clara County Oconnor Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Emergency Room
CORONA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
11.2022 - 04.2024
Emergency Room/Pre-op
MSSI HealthPartners Methodist Hospital
09.2022
Sharp Chula Vista
SNAP NURSE
08.2021 - 07.2022
RHINO MEDICAL
06.2021 - 07.2021
IMPERIAL REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER
05.2021 - 07.2021
Shasta College
04.2021 - 05.2021
Antelope Valley Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2021
University of Pennsylvania Medical Center
12.2020 - 01.2021
Trinity Mercy Hospital
11.2020
Irvine ED RN
AMN TRAVELER
08.2020 - 10.2020
Emergency Room/Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Unit
Pioneers Memorial Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2022
BSN in Nursing -
Western Governor’s University
Registered Nurse -
Imperial Valley College
Associate of Applied Science -
Associate in General Science
GENERAL EDUCATION
SDSU-IV Campus
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