Lauren Rodriguez
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in the Emergency Department. Proved ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Demonstrated success in effectively delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with a high-volume task load.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical City Denton
Denton, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Provided education to preceptees about hospital policies and procedures related to medication administration, infection control, safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseloads in a busy emergency room setting.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Triage
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
Dallas, TX
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided direct patient care towards multiple medical issues o Closely monitor patients for signs and symptoms of distress and address issues accordingly in a timely manner
- Administer a wide range of medications using the “five rights”
- Start and maintain medication drips according to patient diagnosis
- Collaborate with Physicians on staff to increase patient outcomes
- Provide the discharged patients with clear aftercare instructions and allowing for any questions if they arise
- Responded to life-threatening situations with a calm and efficient manner
Registered Nurse – Medical/Oncology
Medical City
Denton Denton, TX
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Treated and cared for patients by monitoring vital signs, administering medications using the “five rights” and collaborating with patient care technicians on staff o Increased patient satisfaction through assisting with activities of daily living o Worked towards increasing HCAHPS scores by listening to patient wants and needs
- Followed a treatment plan and medication schedule ordered by the interdisciplinary team to increase patient outcomes
Nurse Extern
Medical City
Plano Plano, TX
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintain continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks
- Ensured patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA rules and regulations
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application
Head Bartender
Concrete Cowboy
Frisco, TX
07.2017 - 05.2020
Front of House Manager
Twin Peaks Restaurant
Plano, TX
08.2016 - 08.2017
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin College
05.2020
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
Certification
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- NIHSS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical City Denton
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Triage
01.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
02.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse – Medical/Oncology
Medical City
06.2021 - 02.2022
Nurse Extern
Medical City
01.2019 - 08.2020
Head Bartender
Concrete Cowboy
07.2017 - 05.2020
Front of House Manager
Twin Peaks Restaurant
08.2016 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin College
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