Kristina Navarro
Irving,Texas
Summary
Team oriented individual seeking a position as a Registered Nurse in health care facility where education and training achievements can be utilized in addition to interpersonal skills, to provide quality healthcare to patients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
12.2018 - Current
- Medical Surgical RN 12/2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Worked as charge nurse when needed for busy 36 bed unit
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 4-5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Transitioned to PCU RN 9/2021
- Managed caseload of 3 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Monitor vented trach patients
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Transitioned to Endoscopy RN in 9/2022
- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
- Reduced procedure times by efficiently preparing patients, rooms, and equipment for endoscopic examinations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of endoscopy findings for timely diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-procedure assessments encompassing detailed history taking and physical examinations to identify potential contraindications
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Entered patient demographics in system Verified laboratory orders with physician offices Drew blood for laboratory tests using correct order of draw Processed blood by centrifuging and shipping out specimens to main laboratory for testing Provided great patient care
Medical Assistant
UT Southwestern, Heart and Lung Clinic
10.2010 - 09.2013
- Escort patients to exam rooms Vital signs, enter patient demographics Entered lab orders, scheduled patient testing Blood draws, 6-minute walk tests, EKGs , spirometry testing Provided great patient care
Medical Assistant
Concentra Medical Centers
09.2004 - 06.2008
- Escort patients to exam rooms Vital signs, enter patient demographics Wound care, injections Audiometric testing, ergonomic testing Entered lab orders, scheduled patient testing Blood draws, EKGs, spirometry testing Provided great patient care in busy walk-in patient setting
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas05.2020
Associate of Applied Science, Registered Nursing -
El Centro College of Nursing
Arlington, Texas12.2018
Medical Assistant Diploma -
ATI Technical Training
Hurst, Texas07.2004
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
Licensures And Certifications
- Registered Nurse
- BLS or Basic Life Support certified by American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
12.2018 - Current
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
01.2014 - 05.2017
Medical Assistant
UT Southwestern, Heart and Lung Clinic
10.2010 - 09.2013
Medical Assistant
Concentra Medical Centers
09.2004 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas at Arlington
Associate of Applied Science, Registered Nursing -
El Centro College of Nursing
Medical Assistant Diploma -
ATI Technical Training
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