Julia De La Guardia
Austin,Texas
Summary
Caring Nurse with almost 2 years of experience in diverse healthcare organization working with Cardiac Stepdown and Medical Surgical patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for all types of patients and families.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse
Ascension
Austin, United States
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Cardiac Stepdown & COVID Medical-Surgical RN
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
Austin, Texas
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Floated to ER to work ED HOLD several times.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmias by being a nurse and a telemetry monitor technician.
- Treated patients in isolation for COVID by using Airvo, Remdesivir, and plasma and monitored their vitals and reactions. Floated to the ICU to assist with a COVID nursing team.
Home Child Care Provider
Jeannie Wilson
Austin, Texas
06.2016 - 02.2020
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Engaged with a child on an individual basis in a pleasant manner.
Cashier
Central Market
Austin, TX
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Worked with a POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Business Support Specialist
Apple Inc.
Austin, Texas
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Collected, arranged and input information into a database system.
- Reviewed orders for completeness according to reporting procedures and forwarded incomplete orders for further processing.
Teacher
Stepping Stone School
Austin, Texas
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Kept records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.
- Created developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
Teacher
Highland Park Presbyterian Church
Dallas, Texas
05.2006 - 05.2016
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX08.2013
Skills
- Record accurate vital signs
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Medical office administration
- BLS & ALS Certified
- Medication administration
- Thirteen years teaching children
- Proficient in Spanish, Microsoft Office, & Mac
- Classes in Computer Science & Management
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Ascension
02.2022 - 03.2022
Cardiac Stepdown & COVID Medical-Surgical RN
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
02.2020 - 01.2022
Cashier
Central Market
06.2019 - 11.2019
Business Support Specialist
Apple Inc.
06.2017 - 01.2018
Teacher
Stepping Stone School
02.2017 - 06.2017
Home Child Care Provider
Jeannie Wilson
06.2016 - 02.2020
Teacher
Highland Park Presbyterian Church
05.2006 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas State University