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Kennedy Monsalve

Houston,TX

Summary

I aspire to make a profound impact in critical care nursing by applying my communication skills, vigor, and passion for nursing to Houston Methodist. I am confident that I would be a vital asset to the healthcare team and am eager to immerse myself in a challenging and fast-paced environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Student

Shriners Children's Texas: Clinical Rotation
Galveston
2024.05 - 2024.06
  • Cared for a 95% TSBA burn, hemodynamically unstable, and ventilated patient.
  • Assisted in free water administration and vasopressor titration, under the supervision of a nurse preceptor.
  • Performed frequent neurovascular assessments on a hemodynamically compromised burn patient.

Nursing Student

Texas Department of Criminal Justice Hospital: Clinical Rotation
Galveston
2024.03 - 2024.04
  • Offered empathetic care for incarcerated individuals, addressing their comprehensive physical and mental health concerns.

Nursing Student

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center: Clinical Rotation
Houston
2024.01 - 2024.02
  • Assisted in the assessment and care planning for psychiatric patients under the supervision of experienced nurses and mental health professionals
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans
  • Conducted therapeutic communication sessions with patients to address their mental health needs and promote recovery
  • Participated in group therapy sessions and psychoeducational activities to support patient wellbeing and enhance coping skills.

Nursing Student

HCA Houston Healthcare: Clinical Rotation
Webster
2023.10 - 2023.12
  • Conducted thorough assessments, monitored vital signs, and administered medications under supervision, ensuring accurate and timely administration
  • Contributed to activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, and mobility assistance
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.

Head Waitress & Bartender

Gringos Mexican Kitchen
Katy
2021.07 - 2023.12
  • Managed and maintained accurate records of financial transactions, including handling deposits
  • Directed and supervised waitstaff, ensuring efficient and smooth restaurant operations
  • Handled customer service complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service
  • Crafted and served a variety of beverage selections with precision, ensuring customer satisfaction
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service, building rapport with patrons to enhance their overall experience.

Cashier, Team Lead

Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
Katy
2018.08 - 2020.08
  • Proficient in cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in transactions
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems
  • Oversaw catering orders to verify accuracy and completeness
  • Educated employees on register use, merchandising, and customer service
  • Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.

Barista/Shift Lead

Minuti Coffee
Katy
2017.07 - 2018.08
  • Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance
  • Memorized ingredients and recipes for wide variety specialty drinks
  • Created superlative coffeehouse experience through customer service, beverage preparation, and presentation, in-store marketing and thorough cleanliness and sanitation of space
  • Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Honors Program -

University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
Galveston
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health

Texas A&M University
College Station
05.2022

Skills

  • Indwelling urinary catheter placement
  • Head to toe assessment
  • Subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous medication administration

Certification

06/01/23, 06/01/25, The American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) Association

Personal Information

Title: Nursing Student

Languages

English

Timeline

Nursing Student

Shriners Children's Texas: Clinical Rotation
2024.05 - 2024.06

Nursing Student

Texas Department of Criminal Justice Hospital: Clinical Rotation
2024.03 - 2024.04

Nursing Student

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center: Clinical Rotation
2024.01 - 2024.02

Nursing Student

HCA Houston Healthcare: Clinical Rotation
2023.10 - 2023.12

Head Waitress & Bartender

Gringos Mexican Kitchen
2021.07 - 2023.12

Cashier, Team Lead

Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
2018.08 - 2020.08

Barista/Shift Lead

Minuti Coffee
2017.07 - 2018.08

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Honors Program -

University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health

Texas A&M University

06/01/23, 06/01/25, The American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) Association

Kennedy Monsalve