Laura Valdivia
Miramar,FL
Summary
Accomplished Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse from Nicklaus Children Hospital, adept in critical care nursing procedures and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated excellence in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based care and advanced cardiac monitoring. Skilled in patient and family education, showcasing exceptional clinical judgment and empathy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Nicklaus Children Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a fast-paced Cardiac ICU setting.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Liaised with patients and their families following surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Anticipated potential complications in high-risk cardiac patients through vigilant assessment of vital signs trends and EKG changes, initiating prompt interventions.
Student Nurse Intern
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
- Assisted in triage and patient screening while monitoring conditions to update nursing staff.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, prepped rooms and transferred patients.
- Developed strong communication skills through frequent interaction with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care process.
Medical Scribe
All-Pro Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
- Charted patient encounters by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments, and prescriptions.
- Increased overall productivity of clinical staff by providing real-time scribing support during high-volume shifts, enabling better focus on direct patient care.
- Assisted Medical Assistants by performing tasks such as lab draws, staple/suture removal, injection preparation, casting, wound care, topical anesthetic application, and vital signs.
Primary Clinical Research Coordinator
Advanced Research, LLC
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Led five phase 3 GI clinical studies and assisted in ocular and oncology studies.
- Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring and documenting adverse events during clinical trials.
- Worked with various systems (EMR, EDC, IP processing, excel, etc.) and created visit documents and questionnaires.
Reading Room Imaging Assistant
Memorial Healthcare System
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Worked directly with radiologists via electronically assigning/sorting their films accordingly and assisting with patient medical record review.
- Soley facilitated code blue communications, serving as a connection point between radiologists and relevant staff in other departments and hospitals during code blues.
Lead Psychology Learning Assistant
Florida International University
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Facilitated online student group discussions, conducted online review sessions, and provided online one-to-one tutoring.
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
- Maximized the impact of individualized instruction, tailoring lessons to address specific strengths and weaknesses for each student.
- Helped struggling students achieve academic success through targeted interventions and consistent progress monitoring.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Miami, FL12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Florida International University
Miami, FL04-2019
Skills
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- Cardiac monitoring and Telemetry interpretation
- Critical care nursing procedures
- Patient and family education
- Medication and Oxygen therapy Administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment and critical thinking
- Physical assessments and total care of patients
Certification
ACLS, BLS, PALS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Nicklaus Children Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2024
Student Nurse Intern
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Scribe
All-Pro Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
10.2020 - 02.2021
Primary Clinical Research Coordinator
Advanced Research, LLC
03.2020 - 07.2020
Reading Room Imaging Assistant
Memorial Healthcare System
07.2019 - 12.2019
Lead Psychology Learning Assistant
Florida International University
08.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Florida International University
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