KIMBERLY URQUIZA
Summary
Compassionate RN with expertise in administering medications, patient assessment, and care coordination. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and infection control protocols.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Jacksonville
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and post-discharge care.
- Recorded patient progress in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and facility policies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary healthcare team to create personalized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Supported and upheld patients' rights and values to foster a respectful care environment.
LVN
Family First Clinic
Jacksonville
08.2019 - 05.2026
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Administered injections and IV fluids under supervision, enhancing patient treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate comprehensive patient care services.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records to support effective care delivery.
- Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX05-2025
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Health records management
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certificate of Proficiency
- Associates Degree Nursing
Timeline
RN
Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - Current
LVN
Family First Clinic
08.2019 - 05.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tyler Junior College