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Laura Veronica Uranga

Ft. Pierce

Summary

Registered Nurse experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Geo Group Inc
09.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, penetrating injuries, and thoracic trauma.
  • Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.

Registered Nurse

Accountable Healthcare
02.2024 - 09.2025
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Registered Nurse

Ember Recovery Center
06.2023 - 09.2024
  • Mentored new nursing staff members on psychiatric best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assessed patients'' mental status regularly, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the psychiatric unit, enhancing overall patient care standards.
  • Coordinated discharge planning for patients transitioning back into their communities, ensuring continuity of care post hospitalization.
  • Decreased the risk of patient self-harm through continuous monitoring and creating a safe environment.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Favorite Healthcare Staffing(Various Hospitals
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Collaborated on patient plan of care with insurance providers


Licensed Practical Nurse

Advanced Care Partners
03.2019 - 01.2021
  • Documented pediatric patient care to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
  • Administered G tube feedings
  • Educated patients and families on health topics, medications and treatments to increase understanding and improve health outcomes.
  • Provided care to medically complex pediatric patients


Licensed Practical Nurse

True Core Behavioral
10.2017 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to supervising nurse or physician, promoting early intervention for potential health issues.
  • Administered vaccinations and medications to patients, adhering to proper dosage guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted physicians with examinations and treatments, ensuring optimal patient care and comfort.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Fortis College
Port Saint Lucie, FL
06-2016

Licensed Practical Nurse Program - Nursing

Fortis College
Port Saint Lucie, FL
01-2013

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Wound care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • EMR systems
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments

Certification

Registered Nurse RN9643166

Licensed Practical Nurse PN5210716

BLS 7/2025

Certified IV Administration

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Geo Group Inc
09.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Accountable Healthcare
02.2024 - 09.2025

Registered Nurse

Ember Recovery Center
06.2023 - 09.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Favorite Healthcare Staffing(Various Hospitals
02.2021 - 07.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

Advanced Care Partners
03.2019 - 01.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

True Core Behavioral
10.2017 - 01.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Fortis College

Licensed Practical Nurse Program - Nursing

Fortis College