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Laura Rodriguez

Orange Grove,TX

Summary

Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Christus Spohn Shoreline, excelling in critical care and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through advanced cardiac life support and compassionate care. Skilled in medication administration and fostering strong patient relationships, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based nursing practices. Committed to continuous improvement and team collaboration.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Christus Spohn Shoreline
08.2022 - Current

Peri operative Pre, Post and PAT

Assessments, starting IV's, Pre calls, Post calls.

  • Administered medications and treatments according to patient care plans.
  • Assisted with patient assessments and documentation in electronic health record systems.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
  • Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and organized patient environments in compliance with safety standards.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of best practices.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.

RN

Beloit Health System
11.2002 - 07.2022

Cardiac Cath Lab, ICU, Occupational Heath, Team Lead Clinic

Circulator heart caths, Stemi's, peripheral vascular procedures, Balloon pumps, arthrectomy, stents. Care of pre and post cath procedures.Care of ventilated patients. Assessment of work related injuries and treatment. Team lead of 9 clinic departments.




RN

Christus Spohn Shoreline Hospital
08.1992 - 11.2002

CVICU, Same Day Procedure Unit

Care of post cardio vascular surgery patients. Pre and post care of Interventional Radiology and Endoscopy patients.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Delmar College
Corpus Christi, TX

Parkview High School
Orfordville, WI

No Degree -

UW Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Quality improvement
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessment
  • Patient assessments
  • Team coordination
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Medication administration
  • Patient monitoring
  • Precepting
  • Physical assessments
  • Staff supervision
  • Licensed RN
  • Professional bedside manner
  • High level of autonomy
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • EMR / EHR
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Acute care expertise
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Critical care
  • Patient discharge
  • Personal care needs
  • Intake and discharge
  • Friendly, positive attitude

Timeline

RN

Christus Spohn Shoreline
08.2022 - Current

RN

Beloit Health System
11.2002 - 07.2022

RN

Christus Spohn Shoreline Hospital
08.1992 - 11.2002

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Delmar College

Parkview High School

No Degree -

UW Oshkosh
Laura Rodriguez