Jovita Tovar

Dedicated and highly motivated Graduate Nurse with a strong foundation in patient-centered care and clinical excellence. Committed to the UTMB Health mission of providing great care through innovative thinking and effective solutions. Leverages 20+ years of successful business ownership to bring exceptional communication, time management, and de-escalation skills to the healthcare setting. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and advocate for the best interests of patients and their families.

provide direct patient care, Wound Care, Medication Administration, EMR Documentation (Epic), Vital Sign Monitoring, Blood glucose monitoring, infection control PPE, Cultural Competency, Conflict Resolution, Multitasking, Public Relations, BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA), HIPAA Compliance, Bilingual English and Spanish.

Critical Care (MICU/SICU/NICU/ Blocker burns)/ UTMB Jennie Sealy / TDCJ | Jan 2026 – March 2026 (12 Weeks)

• Monitored high-acuity patients, assisted with hemodynamic assessments, and managed complex IV infusions.
• Gained experience in specialized units including Burn, MICU, SICU, and Neuro ICU.

Maternal-Child Health/ UTMB John Sealy| Oct 2025 – Dec 2025 (8 Weeks)

• Supported labor and delivery protocols and provided family-centered postpartum care.
• Performed specialized assessments and monitored maternal-fetal vitals.

Pediatrics/UTMB John Sealy | Aug 2025 – Oct 2025 (8 Weeks)

• Performed head-to-toe assessments on neonates and children in a family-centered environment.
• Adapted communication and clinical techniques to meet the developmental needs of pediatric patients.

Psychiatric Nursing/ Harris County Psychiatric Hospital | July 2025 – Aug 2025 (5 Weeks)

• Utilized therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques for patients in acute mental health crises.
• Monitored patient safety and participated in group therapy interventions.

Medical-Surgical/ Houston Physician's Hospital | Feb 2025 – May 2025 (11 Weeks)

• Managed full patient assignments, including medication administration and discharge planning.
• Coordinated care within a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

Long-Term Care / Bayou Pines Nursing Home | Oct 2024 – Nov 2024 (7 Weeks)

• Provided foundational nursing care and assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Performed routine physical assessments and monitored skin integrity.

• Volunteer, Food Bank Operations - Assisting with food security for local families.
• Outreach, Distribution of hygiene products to the homeless population.

• Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society
• Student Nurses Association (SNA), Member
• Building Bridges for Success (BBS), Member
• Hispanic Student Organization (HSO), Member