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Katherine Garcia

Virginia Gardens,FL

Summary

Dedicated and highly motivated Registered Nurse with a strong background in medical administration and lifeguarding, seeking an opportunity to further expand my skills and contribute to critical patient care within a reputable healthcare organization. My goal is to achieve certification as a Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN). Summary: I am highly ambitious and motivated, and I view a critical care job opportunity as a significant step in my nursing career. My primary goal in joining a new organization is to further my expertise in critical patient care while contributing my skills to your team. I am passionate about advancing my nursing career and am excited about the potential this new opportunity holds for my professional development. With experience in lifeguarding, medical administration, and clinical settings, I bring strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability skills to deliver patient-centered care. I thrive in dynamic healthcare environments and am eager to take on new challenges in critical care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Broward Medical Center L
06.2022 - 08.2022

University clinical experience

Baptist West Hospital Emergency Room
01.2022 - 04.2022

University clinical experience

Baptist Main Hospital Cardiac
09.2021 - 12.2021

University clinical experience

Miami Children's Hospital GI Unit
09.2021 - 12.2021

University clinical experience

Lifeguard

Grapeland Waterpark
04.2017 - 08.2018
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.

Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

Miami Springs Aquatic Center
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
  • Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.

Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

City of Gainesville Pools
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
  • Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.

Optical Technician

Miami Beach Eye Care
09.2020 - 10.2022
  • Scheduled patients, verified insurances, and provided exceptional customer service
  • Conducted tests for intraocular pressure, visual fields, and Optos retinal imaging
  • Trained two optometry technicians.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Jackson West
01.2023 - 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.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Barry University
Miami Shores, FL

Skills

  • Paperwork and Charting
  • CERNER EHR Software
  • Patient Education
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Efficiency Improvement
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Effective Working Relationships
  • Medication Administration

Accomplishments

  • Medical Administrative Assistant (2018-2020)- Lifeguard 1 (2017-2018)- Lifeguard 2 (Water Safety Instructor) (2019-2022)- First Aid- CPR- Registered Nurse License #9615525

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Jackson West
01.2023 - Current

Broward Medical Center L
06.2022 - 08.2022

Baptist West Hospital Emergency Room
01.2022 - 04.2022

Baptist Main Hospital Cardiac
09.2021 - 12.2021

Miami Children's Hospital GI Unit
09.2021 - 12.2021

Optical Technician

Miami Beach Eye Care
09.2020 - 10.2022

Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

City of Gainesville Pools
11.2019 - 03.2020

Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

Miami Springs Aquatic Center
05.2019 - 08.2019

Lifeguard

Grapeland Waterpark
04.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Barry University
Katherine Garcia