Christopher Cruz
Pembroke Pines,FL
Summary
Dedicated nursing student currently working towards Bachelors of Science in Nursing. Good understanding of role of nurses in interdisciplinary environments. Excellent clinical and people skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Memorial Regional Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
Memorial Hospital Miramar
05.2024 - 06.2024
Student Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Optometrist Assistant
Eye Center Of South Florida
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Assisted with frame selection process, helping patients choose eyewear that best suited their lifestyle needs and preferences.
- Contributed to a positive office environment by providing excellent customer service to patients both in-person and over the phone.
- Collaborated with team members to provide comprehensive support for optometrist during busy clinic hours.
- Filled and dispensed eyeglass prescriptions, fitting frames, lenses and contact lenses for comfort and convenience.
- Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
- Maintained inventory levels and accurate records of contact lenses and eyeglass frames.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLBachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05.2025
Skills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Supply Restocking
- Patient Care
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Clear Communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medication Administration
- Insurance Billing
Certification
-CNA License
-CPR Certified
Timeline
Student Nurse
Memorial Regional Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
Memorial Hospital Miramar
05.2024 - 06.2024
Student Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
01.2024 - 05.2024
Optometrist Assistant
Eye Center Of South Florida
05.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
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