Laura Verano
Hialeah
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse CTU Fast Track
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
10.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse Hematology/Oncology Clinic
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to physician, other healthcare professionals, patients, and families
- Performed accurate documentation in the electronic medical record according to established standards
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations
- Educated patients and family members about treatments, care requirements, and other relevant information
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed
- Triage
- Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patient's responses, conditions and physician orders
- Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan.
Care Coordinator
Care Management Coord, Cano Health LLC
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Identified potential barriers that could impede successful outcomes for clients and developed strategies to mitigate them
- Organized and managed caseloads to ensure timely completion of goals and objectives
- Engaged in advocacy efforts on behalf of clients whenever necessary
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions
- Assessed patient needs and connected them with appropriate resources to ensure optimal health outcomes
- Advocated for patients' rights within the healthcare system, working diligently to address concerns or barriers to care
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home or other facilities.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Victoria Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Delivered high quality care through implementing best practices from current research studies
- Monitored patient progress by assessing symptoms, evaluating treatments and interventions, responding to changes in condition quickly
- Developed a comprehensive plan of care for patients with complex medical issues
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate the delivery of quality care to patients
- Ensured timely documentation of patient information in electronic health records systems, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulations
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, reducing readmission rates.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Serenity Home Health Care/ Renacer Home Health Care
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Assessed the need for additional resources such as skilled nurses or therapists who can provide more specialized care at home
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care plans
- Utilized excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans and outcomes
- Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients' conditions and addressing potential complications early on
- Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits
- Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality nursing care in accordance with established guidelines and protocols
- Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV insertion, catheterization, blood draw, tracheostomy care efficiently while maintaining strict infection control measures.
Registered Certified Pharmacy Technician
Leon Medical Centers Health Plans
05.2012 - 10.2020
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
- Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
- Supported local community health initiatives by participating in outreach programs such as flu shot clinics and medication take-back events.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to obtain necessary prior authorizations for prescribed medications requiring special approvals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Universal Career School
Miami, FL02.2020
BBA - Accounting And Finance
University of Pinar Del Rio
Cuba07.1991
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Care Planning
Certification
- RN License, 04/30/2026
- BLS Certification, 05/31/26
- ACLS Certification, 10/25
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate, 02/26
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse CTU Fast Track
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Hematology/Oncology Clinic
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
11.2021 - 10.2023
Care Coordinator
Care Management Coord, Cano Health LLC
07.2021 - 11.2021
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Victoria Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2020 - 07.2021
Home Health Registered Nurse
Serenity Home Health Care/ Renacer Home Health Care
09.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Certified Pharmacy Technician
Leon Medical Centers Health Plans
05.2012 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Universal Career School
BBA - Accounting And Finance
University of Pinar Del Rio
- RN License, 04/30/2026
- BLS Certification, 05/31/26
- ACLS Certification, 10/25
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate, 02/26
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