Laura C. Vargas
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with critical care experience in MICU, SICU, ICU, and PCU settings. Skilled in managing mechanically ventilated patients, titratable drips, stroke/neuro monitoring, trauma care, and high-acuity patient populations. Strong clinical background with over 15 years of combined healthcare experience, including acute care nursing, LVN practice, and hospital-based patient care. Recognized for adaptability, teamwork, strong clinical judgment, and patient advocacy. Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Bilingual in Spanish/ English.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – MICU/SICU
Northeast Baptist Hospital
2025.04 - Current
- Provide critical care for ICU patients
• Manage ventilators and hemodynamic monitoring
• Titrate critical care drips
• Care for neuro, stroke, and trauma patients
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Utilize Cerner and Meditech EMR systems
Registered Nurse – ICU/PCU
Northeast Methodist Hospital
2023.05 - 2025.04
• Care for critically ill and progressive care patients
• Assist with ventilator management and patient stabilization
• Perform patient assessments and medication administration
• Monitor cardiac, neurological, and respiratory status
• Provide patient and family education
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Shift Key Nursing Agency & Affinity Pediatric Home Health
2020.01 - 2023.01
• Skilled nursing in acute care, pediatric, and home health settings
• Medication administration and patient assessments
• Individualized care planning and team collaboration
Previous Hospital Experience | Northeast Methodist Hospital | 2010 – 2021
- VMT, PCT, Sitter, Certified Medical Assistant
Education
ADN - Registered Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX2023-05
Vocational Nursing Certificate - undefined
St. Philip’s College
San Antonio, TX2019-12
Skills
- MICU/SICU/PCU Care
Mechanical Ventilation / BiPAP/CPAP
Vasoactive Drips / Sedation Management
Hemodynamic & Arterial Line Monitoring
Cardiac Monitoring/Stroke/Neuro & Trauma Care
CIWA Protocol
Chest Tubes /Blood Product Administration
Wound Vac Care
Cerner/Meditech
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Texas License #1121506
- BLS Certification – American Heart Association
- ACLS Certified
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse – MICU/SICU
Northeast Baptist Hospital
2025.04 - Current
Registered Nurse – ICU/PCU
Northeast Methodist Hospital
2023.05 - 2025.04
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Shift Key Nursing Agency & Affinity Pediatric Home Health
2020.01 - 2023.01
Vocational Nursing Certificate - undefined
St. Philip’s College
ADN - Registered Nursing
Galen College of Nursing