JULIO COBAS ECHEMENDIA
Houston
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with advanced expertise in medical-surgical, telemetry, home health, and transplant IMCU care. Experienced in managing complex post-operative kidney, liver, and lung transplant patients with precision and empathy. Recognized for calm leadership in high-pressure environments, exceptional interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong patient/family advocacy. Currently advancing toward Nurse Practitioner practice with an MSN/FNP program, combining clinical excellence with future leadership and advanced practice goals.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – IMCU Transplant Unit (Kidney, Liver, Lung)
Houston Methodist Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
- Provide specialized intermediate care for transplant patients requiring complex post-operative monitoring and management.
- Interpret labs, EKGs, and hemodynamic parameters to detect early signs of complications.
- Manage critical IV infusions, blood products, and advanced medication regimens.
- Deliver transplant-specific education to patients and families regarding long-term care, infection prevention, and medication adherence.
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Unit
HCA North Cypress Healthcare Hospital
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Monitored high-acuity patients with complex medical conditions on a telemetry unit.
- Administered IV therapies, interpreted EKGs, and coordinated care with providers and case managers.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, discharge instructions, and safe home care techniques.
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Floor
HCA Northwest Healthcare Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Delivered individualized patient care across diverse medical-surgical and telemetry cases.
- Performed wound management, diabetes care, and patient/family counseling to optimize recovery.
- Streamlined safety protocols and improved patient satisfaction through effective communication.
Registered Nurse – Home Health
Treasure Care Home Health
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed a caseload of six patients, providing bedside care, wound management, IV therapy, and health education.
- Coordinated with families to ensure adherence to therapeutic regimens and safe recovery at home.
- Conducted assessments, developed individualized care plans, and documented patient outcomes.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP)
South University
Savannah, GA08-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09-2024
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
EDP University of Puerto Rico
Hato Rey, PR09-2022
Skills
- Transplant & IMCU Nursing (Kidney, Liver, Lung)
- Medical-Surgical & Telemetry Patient Care
- Critical Care & Emergency Response (BLS, ACLS, NIHSS)
- Wound Care, IV Therapy, EKG Monitoring
- Seizure & Chest Pain Management
- Care Planning & Patient/Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Discharge Planning & Continuity of Care
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to [number of] patients in [type of] environment.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Texas License #1116074 – Active
- Registered Nurse (RN) – New York License #881413 – Active
Languages
English – Fluent
Spanish – Fluent
Timeline
Registered Nurse – IMCU Transplant Unit (Kidney, Liver, Lung)
Houston Methodist Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Unit
HCA North Cypress Healthcare Hospital
11.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Floor
HCA Northwest Healthcare Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse – Home Health
Treasure Care Home Health
04.2023 - 07.2023
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
EDP University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP)
South University