Josefina Vega
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Nurse
QPCS Agency/SCI Phoenix
Phoenixville, PA
11.2022 - Current
- Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
- Developed and coordinated patient care plans for prisoners with COPD, diabetes or other chronic conditions.
Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse Travel
Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster, PA
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, tube feedings and respiratory support devices such as ventilators.
- Provided direct patient care to trauma and critical care patients, including initiating appropriate interventions.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Grand View Hospital
Sellersville, PA
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided care to patients in a variety of settings, including critical care units, medical-surgical units, and emergency departments.
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions using telemetry equipment.
- Performed ECG monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Ensured that all necessary documentation was completed accurately and timely.
- Managed intravenous therapy including IV starts, changes, discontinuation per physician orders.
- Interpreted cardiogram strips accurately and reported abnormal findings immediately.
Travel Nurse
Temple University Health System - Careers
Philadelphia, PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Assessed patient conditions, recorded physical findings and explained prognosis.
- Assessed and evaluated patient's medical condition to determine the best course of treatment.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment of physical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
Philadelphia, PA
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
- Administered treatments, therapies and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed.
RN Supervisor
Dyer Staffing Solutions
Philadelphia, PA
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Monitored infection control and critical incidents and made changes and improvements to processes where necessary.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Education
RN745113
RN License
07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University
05.2016
BLS Certification
Philadelphia, PAACLS Certified
12.2023
Skills
- Bilingual-fluent in Spanish
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Time management and stamina
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Teamwork and dependability
- Excellent communication skills
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Accurate Documentation
Timeline
Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse Travel
Lancaster General Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2024
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Grand View Hospital
12.2023 - 02.2024
Travel Nurse
Temple University Health System - Careers
05.2023 - 08.2023
Correctional Nurse
QPCS Agency/SCI Phoenix
11.2022 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
11.2021 - 11.2022
RN Supervisor
Dyer Staffing Solutions
08.2021 - 10.2022
RN745113
RN License
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University
BLS Certification
ACLS Certified
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