Yoharis Oquendo
New Britain,CT
Summary
Enthusiastic and compassionate student nurse with a passion for maternal and newborn health, seeking a position as a labor and delivery nurse. Dedicated to upholding ethical standards and fostering a supportive and empowering environment during childbirth while ensuring patient safety and well-being. Ready to contribute to a collaborative healthcare team and continue learning and growing in the field of nursing.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Worker
Natchaug Hospital
10.2016 - 05.2022
- Advocated for patient rights and well-being by addressing concerns with appropriate supervisory staff, ensuring that all patients received quality care.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Supported individuals throughout recovery process by helping them identify triggers develop strategies for managing symptoms and maintain sobriety.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Developed rapport with patients by actively listening and demonstrating empathy during one-on-one sessions, fostering trust and open communication.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Douglas Manor
10.2009 - 04.2011
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Improved patient comfort by repositioning and transferring them on a regular basis.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Capital Community College
Hartford, CT05.2024
High School Diploma -
Windham High School
Willimantic, CT06.2009
Skills
- Developing relationships
- Clinical interventions
- Multicultural Competence
- Patient Advocacy
- BLS/CPR/AED
- Suicide Prevention
- Behavioral Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Attention to Detail
- Vitals monitoring
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Clinical Rotations - Student Nurse 9/2022 - 5/2024
Hartford Hospital Med-Surg Unit - Hartford, CT
Hospital of Special Care & Rehab - Hartford, CT
St. Francis Cardiac Unit - Hartford, CT
Behavioral Health Unit - Manchester, CT
St. Francis Med-Surg Unit - Hartford, CT
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, gastric tube and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Affiliations
- Minority nurse group
Certification
BLS/CPR (American Red Cross)
Crisis Prevention Intervention
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mental Health Worker
Natchaug Hospital
10.2016 - 05.2022
Certified Nurse Assistant
Douglas Manor
10.2009 - 04.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Capital Community College
High School Diploma -
Windham High School
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