Larissa Larranaga
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Focused and compassionate Pediatric RN deeply committed to providing safe and quality patient care. Nursing background includes five years of experience utilizing specialties in acute care and working with professionals to effectively diagnose and treat a large range of infants and children within acute care and Level 1 trauma hospitals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UNMH
04.2021 - Current
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
Registered Nurse, Traveler
Ethos Medical- Presbyterian
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Accepted 13 week contract during critical staffing for an acute care facility.
- Provided collaborative care as a travel nurse throughout different Pediatric units in facility.
- Utilized EPIC charting, Rover medication scanners, and Vocerra for communication
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined the next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Teaching Hospital: No
- Designated Unit: Pediatic Progressive Care Unit
- Unit Bed Count: 25
- Patient ratio 4:1.
- Full Time Employment, nights.
Registered Nurse
UNMH,
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Participate in clinical decision making while assessing and monitoring pediatric patients. Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections; monitored responses, and documenting patient care.
- Ability to perform basic nursing skills and provide education to patients and families on plan of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment.
- Ability to apply critical thinking skills and recognize complications and provide interventions where needed.
- Maintain cultural and diversity awareness while working with patients and families.
- Teaching Hospital: Yes
- Designated Unit: Pediatric Progressive Care Unit
- Unit Bed Count: 34
- Patient ratio 4:1.
- Full Time Employment, nights.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM12.2021
Skills
- Team player, healthcare experience and motivation to provide quality patient care
- Positive attitude, organized and punctual
- Interpersonal and teamwork
- Skills; promote positive work environments
- Safety conscious; follows policies/procedures, safe direct patient care
- Familiarized with MAR, EPIC, Rover, Vocerra, and Cerner documentation
Certification
RN License - #57627
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Traveler
Ethos Medical- Presbyterian
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
UNMH
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
UNMH,
12.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico