Julanibel Somera

- Successfully delivered continuous pain management support using epidural and PCA pumps, resulting in improved patient comfort scores and reduced analgesic side effects.

- Implemented comprehensive wound care and symptom control plans for patients with acute and chronic conditions, contributing to accelerated recovery timelines.

- Coordinated postoperative care for DIEP flap and bariatric surgery patients, ensuring meticulous monitoring and timely interventions that supported smooth recoveries.

- Optimized medication administration workflows for patients on diltiazem, amiodarone, and heparin drips, enhancing accuracy and patient safety.

- Developed and delivered patient and family education on postoperative care, pain management, nutrition, and complication recognition, improving discharge readiness and satisfaction.

- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to tailor individualized care plans, leading to enhanced continuity of care and favorable outcomes.

- Served as an advocate and liaison, addressing concerns promptly and fostering transparent communication among patients, families, and the care team.

- Adapted to unit-specific protocols to maintain high levels of patient safety and care quality across varied clinical scenarios.

- Championed Foley catheter care and infection prevention, contributing to reduced catheter-associated complications.

- Provided timely, high-quality cardiac care in a STEMI receiving environment, contributing to rapid treatment initiation and favorable patient stabilization.

- Accurately interpreted complex cardiac rhythms and vital signs, enabling prompt interventions that improved patient safety and outcomes.

- Proactively filled Relief RN shifts, ensuring uninterrupted, safe care delivery and high patient satisfaction during breaks.

- Administered IV therapies, blood products, and cardiac medications with precision, maintaining medication safety and participating in heparin, morphine, and dilaudid protocols.

- Implemented CIWA-based assessments and management for alcohol withdrawal, reducing withdrawal severity and improving patient comfort.

- Delivered specialized post-procedural care for heart catheterization and PCI patients, with rigorous monitoring and early detection of complications.

- Provided compassionate emotional support and symptom management for patients under comfort care, upholding dignity and quality of life at end-of-life stages.

- Enhanced patient and family understanding through education on disease management, lifestyle changes, and medication adherence, contributing to improved long-term outcomes.

- Served as a clinical preceptor, guiding nursing students and new hires in clinical skills, safety practices, and effective communication.

- Delivered comprehensive, compassionate care to bed-bound tracheostomy-ventilator and G-tube dependent patients, contributing to stabilized clinical status and improved comfort.

- Implemented medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and nutrition support in alignment with physician orders and policies, enhancing safety and nutritional outcomes.

- Led multidisciplinary care planning sessions, developing holistic, individualized care plans that addressed medical, nutritional, and functional goals.

- Enhanced patient and family understanding through targeted education on disease management, medications, and self-care strategies, supporting higher post-discharge compliance and reduced readmissions.

- Supervised LVNs and nursing assistants effectively, improving team performance, adherence to policies, and overall patient safety.

- Maintained meticulous EHR documentation with high accuracy and confidentiality, supporting continuity of care and regulatory audits.

- Ensured strict adherence to infection control and patient rights regulations, contributing to a safer care environment.

- Demonstrated rapid emergency response skills, initiating timely interventions during cardiac or respiratory crises and maintaining comprehensive event documentation.

- Played a pivotal role in outreach for COVID-19 testing and vaccination, expanding service reach to high-need populations and improving local vaccination rates.

- Performed accurate health assessments for symptomatic patients, including targeted care for homelessness and HIV/AIDS communities, leading to timely referrals and reduced transmission risk.

- Implemented streamlined testing and vaccination workflows, ensuring proper storage, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety protocols.

- Facilitated collaboration with social workers and case managers to address social determinants of health, resulting in increased linkage to housing, food security, and primary care services.

- Delivered clear, compassionate education on prevention and vaccination, enhancing patient understanding and adherence to public health guidance.

- Supervised nursing assistants to maintain safe, efficient clinic operations and consistent protocol compliance.

- Maintained meticulous EHR documentation for testing, vaccination, and patient education, supporting program metrics and regulatory reporting.

- Coordinated with public health partners to strengthen prevention efforts for vulnerable groups, contributing to improved community health indicators.

- Provided compassionate, veteran-centered care across a spectrum of medical and psychiatric conditions, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and recovery experiences.

- Implemented vigilant supervision and safety planning for patients with suicidal ideations, reducing incidents and promoting stability.

- De-escalated crisis situations involving restrained patients through effective communication and calming interventions, maintaining comfort and safety.

- Consistently documented patient behaviors and mood changes with high accuracy, enabling timely care adjustments and continuity of care.

- Assisted with ADLs to foster independence and functional improvement, supporting patient autonomy and quality of life.

- Applied evidence-based interventions to manage aggressive behaviors, ensuring safety for patients and staff while preserving therapeutic rapport.

- Worked with nursing staff to deliver holistic support, helping to reduce stigma around mental health and promote inclusive, respectful care.

- Contributed to care planning and team-based problem solving, enhancing overall care quality and patient outcomes.