Kayla Janica Ruiz

• Worked with a wide range of patient populations including trauma, orthopedic injuries, pain management, stroke/brain aneurysm, trauma/traumatic brain injuries, sepsis/septic shock, Drug overdose GI Bleeds, renal/liver failure, myocardial infarction, COPD, respiratory failure
• Cared for high acuity patients in a very busy ED

• Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, wound dressing changes, IV therapy, and monitoring vital signs.
• Assessed patient condition and developed nursing care plans based on individual needs.

• Provided pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative nursing care for surgical patients.
• Assisted with minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or draining abscesses.
• Provided assistance during orthopedic surgical procedures and postoperative care.

• Responded quickly to life threatening situations using advanced cardiac life support protocols.
• Facilitated the transfer of critically ill patients from the ER to other departments or facilities for further evaluation or treatment.

(Jul - Sept 2015 and Jan - Jul 2016)

• Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.