JOSHUA VARGAS
Houston,TX
Summary
Senior nursing student and pharmacy technician at HCA Houston Clear Lake, with direct exposure to high-acuity hospital environments and interdisciplinary care. Strong foundation in pharmacology, medication safety, and patient monitoring, with a focused career goal of practicing in the ICU/CVICU. Recognized for professionalism, initiative, and strong communication with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff. Seeking ICU/CVICU Nurse Residency placement at HCA Houston Clear Lake.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
HCA Houston Clear Lake
Houston, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Prepare, dispense, and verify medications with strict adherence to hospital safety protocols
- Support nurses and providers with timely medication delivery for high-acuity, critical patients
- Maintain accuracy in medication reconciliation, labeling, and storage per Joint Commission standards
- Communicate effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and physicians to prevent medication errors
- Develop advanced understanding of IV medications, high-alert drugs, and critical care pharmacology
Nursing Student - Clinical Rotations
Houston, TX
- Provided direct patient care under RN supervision in acute-care settings, including medication administration, focused assessments, and documentation
- Performed head-to-toe assessments, vital sign trending, intake/output monitoring, and patient education
- Assisted with care of patients requiring continuous monitoring, oxygen therapy, telemetry, and post-operative management
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, timely, and patient-centered care
- Demonstrated strong situational awareness and adaptability in fast-paced clinical environments
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, Texas, TX03.2026
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Medication Administration & Safety
- IV Therapy & Pharmacology Foundations
- Telemetry & Vital Sign Trending
- Time Management in High-Acuity Settings
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Professionalism & Clinical Judgment
- Critical thinking
Websites
Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
• Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Certified Pharmacy Technician
Professional Interests
- Intensive Care Nursing
- Cardiovascular & Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Continuous Learning in Critical Care
Skills And Core Competencies
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Medication Administration & Safety
- IV Therapy & Pharmacology Foundations
- Telemetry & Vital Sign Trending
- Time Management in High-Acuity Settings
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Professionalism & Clinical Judgment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician
HCA Houston Clear Lake
11.2021 - Current
Nursing Student - Clinical Rotations
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
San Jacinto College