Kimberly Rodriguez
Converse
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience across long-term care, acute care, and Level III NICU settings, with a strong focus on care coordination, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in discharge planning, patient/family education, and managing complex clinical cases to support safe transitions of care and improved outcomes. Committed to delivering evidence-based care in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – NICU (Level III)
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan
San Antonio, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Provide specialized care for premature and critically ill newborns in a Level III NICU
- Administer medications via IV therapy, oral, intramuscular, enteral, subcutaneous, and ophthalmic route; monitor newborns for adverse reactions
- Operate advanced neonatal equipment including Giraffe incubators, radiant warmers, and phototherapy systems
- Deliver respiratory support using BCPAP, HFNC, Vapotherm, and nasal cannula
- Assist providers during procedures on newborns such as UAC/UVC line placement, lumbar punctures, surfactant administration, and ROP eye exams
- Respond to high-risk deliveries and provide Neonatal Resuscitation Program interventions
Licensed Vocational Nurse/ Registered Nurse
PAM Specialty Hospital
San Antonio, TX
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered comprehensive care to adult patients with acute and chronic conditions
- Administered IV therapy and medications via oral and enteral feeding tubes
- Supported ventilated patients in collaboration with respiratory therapists
- Provided care for immobile patients using assistive devices and repositioning techniques
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and care quality
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mystic Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
San Antonio, TX
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted patient assessments and administered medications while ensuring safety and stability
- Identified and reported critical lab values and changes in patient condition
- Provided care in a locked behavioral unit, supporting patient engagement, safety, and ADL’s
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to hospice patients
Education
Associate of Science - ADN
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX12.2024
Licensed Vocational Nursing Diploma - LVN
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX12.2022
Skills
- Critical thinking and clinical judgement
- Medication administration (adult & neonatal)
- Patient assessment & monitoring
- Accurate documentation (EMR)
- Wound care
- IV insertion and lab draws (adult & neonatal)
- Patient-centered care & teamwork
- Time management & prioritization
- Patient and family education
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse – NICU (Level III)
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan
02.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse/ Registered Nurse
PAM Specialty Hospital
04.2024 - 02.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mystic Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - 04.2024
Licensed Vocational Nursing Diploma - LVN
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - ADN
Galen College of Nursing