Karla Gallegos
Navarre,FL
Summary
Offering solid foundation in healthcare principles and strong desire to learn and grow in this environment. Brings ability to quickly acquire essential nursing practices and techniques, including patient assessment and care planning. Ready to use and develop skills in patient care and medical procedures in an ICU role. Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Care
2024.03 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, documenting vital signs and changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Implemented infection control procedures, enhancing patient safety and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Student Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported them to supervising nurse or physician.
- Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL2023-12
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Precepting
- Staff supervision
- Prioritization and Organization
- Adaptability
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
Certification
- BLS American Heart Association - 06/2024- 06/2026
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIH)- 03/2026 - 03/2027
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Care
2024.03 - Current
Student Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola
2023.09 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of West Florida
Additional Clinical Rotations
- Medical-Surgical Trauma
- Medical-Surgical Cardiology
- Medical-Surgical Renal
- Psychiatric Health
- Hospice Care
- Mother-baby
- Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Labor & Delivery (L&D)
- Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SINU)
- Emergency Department (ED)
- Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)
- Interventional Radiology (IR)
- Operating Room (OR)