KAITLIN ENRIQUEZ, BSN, RN
Rosemead,CA
Summary
Registered Nurse experienced in Emergency Medicine with extensive knowledge in acute patient care, rapid assessments, and critical interventions. Excited to continue my nursing journey and to make an impact in healthcare and patients lives with solid interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills. Passionate about creating a positive, team-oriented, inclusive environment in the work place which has enhanced my ability to be a resourceful and reliable member of the health care team. Looking forward to finding a position where I can bring not only my strong clinical knowledge and experience but where I can expand my positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Huntington Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Level II Trauma Hospital. Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai, was ranked among the top 10 hospitals in California and top 5 in Los Angeles.
- 50 Bed Emergency Room caring Pediatric, Adult, and Geriatric Critical Care
- Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP)
- Epic Charting System
- Comprehensive Stroke Center and STEMI Receiving Center
Student Nurse Intern, Emergency Department
Huntington Health
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Became proficient with IV insertion skills servicing the hospitals "Rapid Care" area where care is streamlined and student nurses inserted IVs/drew blood the entire shift.
- Under the supervision of an RN, administered medications, inserted NG/OG tubes, foley catheters.
- Functioned as a behavioral sitter for psychiatric patients and became familiar with the 5150/5585 legalities/regulations.
- During times of high acuity/patient census, was entrusted by nurses to assist with starting patient workup and monitoring of patients with rapidly changing conditions.
Patient Care Associate
Huntington Hospital
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Functioned as an integral role in the department learning the flow of the department and assisting charge nurse to facilitate and stream line care.
- Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assisting during traumas, stroke, STEMI, code activations.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Learned and memorized the equipment and set ups necessary for various invasive/noninvasive procedures such as laceration repairs, lumbar punctures, central lines, arterial lines, chest tubes, and more.
- Assisted in the transferring of critical patients to OR, IR, Cath Lab and became proficient at anticipating the necessary equipment needed for a safe and timely transfer.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Mission Care Center
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Worked with a variety of patients including long-term care, post surgical/stroke rehabilitation, and hospice.
- Assisted during meal times, ensuring they received proper nutrition according to specific dietary requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
- Enhanced patient care by providing daily assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Improved patient comfort by repositioning and transferring them on a regular basis.
- Worked closely with physical rehabilitation to ensure timely recovery of patients.
IHSS Care Provider
County Of Los Angeles - Department Of Public Social Services
06.2016 - 02.2018
- Provided in home supportive services to an individual on hospice.
- Care included medication administration, hygiene care, feeding, wound care, cooking.
- Followed hospice nurse recommendations and kept close contact with hospice providers regarding change of conditions.
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
El Monte Convalescent Hospital
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided direct patient care such as vital signs, assistance with activities of daily living such as transferring, repositioning, bathing, feeding, etc.
- Provided care to long term care patients such as advanced dementia/alzheimers, g-tube dependent, total care, and hospice.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05-2023
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in California
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) AHA
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) AHA
- Basic Life Support (BLS) AHA
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale Certification
Accomplishments
- New Graduate RN Residency Program Graduate | Huntington Hospital
- Summa Cum Laude | Cal State University Los Angeles
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Huntington Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Student Nurse Intern, Emergency Department
Huntington Health
11.2022 - 08.2023
Patient Care Associate
Huntington Hospital
06.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Nurse Assistant
Mission Care Center
11.2019 - 01.2022
IHSS Care Provider
County Of Los Angeles - Department Of Public Social Services
06.2016 - 02.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
El Monte Convalescent Hospital
10.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University Los Angeles
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