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Karl Santos

Pasadena,CA

Summary

Registered nurse professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven professional. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Registered Nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Huntington Health Hospital
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

PCA

Huntington Memorial Hospital
06.2015 - 05.2023
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2023

High School Diploma -

San Gabriel Adult School High School
Alhambra
06.2002

Skills

  • Healthcare Ethics
  • Time Management
  • Patient Assessment
  • Pre-and Post-Operative Care
  • Pain Management
  • Patient Education
  • Professionalism
  • Medication Administration
  • Active Listening
  • Team Collaboration
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Attention to Detail
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Compassionate Care

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (RN) License, CAlifornia Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) - 4/26/2023
  • ACLS - 6/30/2025
  • BLS - 4/30/2025
  • NIH Stroke Scale International - 8/17/2023
  • SP Cardiac Arrhythmia Protocol - 9/12/2023

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Huntington Health Hospital
05.2023 - Current

PCA

Huntington Memorial Hospital
06.2015 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

High School Diploma -

San Gabriel Adult School High School

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