Judith Guajardo
San Antonio
Summary
Detail-oriented RN with comprehensive experience in rehabilitation and wound care. Proven ability to deliver effective patient education and support recovery through compassionate care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
San Antonio
12.2024 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and treatments.
- Assisted in wound care, dressing changes, and IV therapy administration.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient care activities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Rehab RN Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
San Antonio
12.2020 - 12.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining morale.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to ensure quality patient care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing patient responses.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Monitored clinical outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement in care delivery.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff to promote development.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
- Implemented training programs for new nurses to enhance clinical skills.
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
Rehabilitation Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
San Antonio
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized rehabilitation plans.
- Evaluated patient conditions through diagnostic tests to inform treatment adjustments.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing physical rehabilitation challenges.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions for patients homeward bound.
- Implemented evidence based practice guidelines into daily nursing practice.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with long-term disabilities or chronic illnesses.
- Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation techniques such as exercise programs, therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment use.
- Monitored vital signs, neurological function and pain levels of patients during treatment sessions.
- Evaluated patient's response to rehabilitative treatments while providing encouragement throughout recovery process.
Wound Care Nurse
Morningside Manor
San Antonio
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Assessed and documented patient wounds using standardized protocols.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Monitored wound healing progress through regular evaluations and assessments.
- Collaborated with physicians to implement treatment modifications as needed.
- Trained nursing staff on wound care best practices and emerging technologies.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to improve wound care delivery processes.
- Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control policies when providing direct patient care.
- Reported any unusual symptoms or changes in a patient's condition immediately to the supervising physician.
- Instructed nursing staff on proper documentation related to wound care treatments.
- Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients dealing with chronic or debilitating illnesses resulting from their wounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY04-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY03-2015
High School Diploma -
Edison High School
San Antonio, TX06-1999
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Care plan development
- Wound care management
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
CRRN
Timeline
RN
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
12.2024 - Current
Rehab RN Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2024
Rehabilitation Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2018 - 12.2020
Wound Care Nurse
Morningside Manor
05.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Edison High School