Katrina Cheriscar
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse skilled in acute and critical care, effectively preventing complications through early detection of patient deterioration. Proven ability to manage emergencies and execute individualized care plans, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Focused on educating families and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote safety and well-being.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
School Nursing
Department of Health
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
05.2025 - Current
- Triage students as they come into the clinic for their injuries or chronic illnesses
- Notified parents and coordinated referrals to Primary Care Providers for appropriate student care
- Developed individualized emergency care plans to ensure timely and effective responses to student health needs
- Educated parents and staff on disease processes to enhance understanding and support for affected students
Cardiac Telemetry RN
Delray Medical Center
Delray Beach, FL
01.2025 - 09.2026
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation such as Identified early sepsis indicators, initiated sepsis alert, and escalated care, resulting in timely transfer and improved outcomes.
- Responded to cardiac emergencies using ACLS during a rapid response and code blue.
- Administered and titrated cardiac drips via IV pumps, including Heparin, Diltiazem, and Amiodarone, to ensure optimal patient response and safety.
- Floated to cardiac step-down floors to monitor and assess critically ill patients.
- EKG training and interpretation successfully interpreted cardiac rhythms and notified physician of any rhythm change.
- Administered multiple blood transfusions successfully.
- Monitored patients with chest tubes and documented outputs.
- Administered TPN nutrition through NG-tubes to patients..
- Collaborated with wound care nurses on ileostomy bags or pressure injuries.
- Coordinated with cardiologists and specialists to facilitate timely interventions and follow-up care, improving patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Successfully monitored blood glucose levels and administered insulin.
- Facilitated discharge planning by ensuring patients understand their treatment plans and follow-up appointments.
- Promoted culture of safety through adherence to hospital policies and protocols, minimizing patient risks and enhancing satisfaction via empathetic support and timely concern resolution.
- Safely monitored / cared for patients under Bakar act that were suicidal, hallucinating, and/ or were active drug users/ alcohol dependency and were withdrawing.
- Prepped patients for surgery and monitored patients who were post op for procedures such as cardiac catheterizations.
Labor and Delivery RN Shadowing
West Boca Medical Center
Boca Raton, FL
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Circulated with the surgical and anesthesia teams to prepare patients for cesarean deliveries, performing preoperative assessments and fetal monitoring.
- Maintained sterile technique, circulated during cesarean sections, and supported post-operative recovery for mothers and newborns in the PACU
- Titrated Oxytocin drips Magnesium drips and educated the patient on the use of a PCA pump.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vitals using advanced medical equipment, promptly addressing any concerns to ensure the well-being of both mother and baby managed labor progression, utilizing various techniques to support mothers through labor and delivery.
Postpartum Student Nurse
Advent Health
Altamonte Springs, FL
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Assigned two patients under preceptor supervision in the Labor & Delivery unit, observed ten vaginal births and five C-sections.
- Monitored maternal and fetal health during labor such as fetal heart rate, moms vital signs, and contraction patterns.
- Provided emotional support, coaching, and education to mothers during labor and postpartum recovery.
- Conducted full newborn assessments and APGAR tests Administered vitamin K injects and erythromycin to a newborn Successfully performed PKU tests with infants.
Medical Surgical / CVICU Student Nurse
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, FL
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted routine assessments and continuously monitored patients' physiological functions under preceptor guidance.
- Provided effective pain management and successfully administered medications, including IV therapy, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Performed activities of daily living (ADLs) to support patients' hygiene, and overall well-being.
- Accurately recorded and communicated patient conditions using EPIC EMR to maintain seamless care coordination.
- Performed successful lab draws on patients, ensuring proper technique and specimen handling for accurate diagnostic results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care and enhance clinical knowledge in a hands-on learning environment
Nursing Assistant
Creative Health
Coconut Creek, FL
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained accurate records of patient symptoms, treatments, and care, ensuring thorough documentation and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Assisted with the administration of medications under the supervision of nurses such as breathing treatments and Feeds through G-tubes and adhered to the physician's plan of care for each patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging situations, fostering trust and comfort.
- Cooperated with insurance companies to coordinate treatment plans and therapies, ensuring timely and appropriate patient care.
- Executed company policies, procedures, and safety standards to maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment.
- Supported nurses and the healthcare team in delivering high-quality care, including monitoring patient needs and addressing concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Orlando, USA01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre-med
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, USA01-2022
Skills
- Critical/Acute care
- Post-operative Care
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Pain Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- School health education
- Chronic illness management
- Health screenings
- Wound care
- Safety protocol
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Certification
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support BLS - Basic Life Support FHM- Fetal Heart Monitoring
Languages
English Native, Creole Native
Interests
A fact about me outside of nursing is that I play the Guitar and enjoy trying new cuisines from different cultures.
Languages
Creole
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Labor and Delivery RN Shadowing
West Boca Medical Center
09.2025 - 11.2025
School Nursing
Department of Health
05.2025 - Current
Cardiac Telemetry RN
Delray Medical Center
01.2025 - 09.2026
Postpartum Student Nurse
Advent Health
02.2024 - 06.2024
Medical Surgical / CVICU Student Nurse
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Nursing Assistant
Creative Health
06.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre-med
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University