Layla Laprise
Albuquerque
Summary
Registered Nurse with 7+ years of diverse clinical experience spanning progressive care, PACU, pre-operative nursing, PAT, GI clinic, and mobile IV nursing. Experienced in comprehensive patient assessment, clinical triage, symptom evaluation, medication education, patient counseling, treatment monitoring, and identification of concerns requiring escalation. Skilled in providing individualized patient education, supporting treatment adherence, coordinating care, and maintaining accurate electronic documentation. Demonstrated ability to work independently, communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams, and deliver safe, patient-centered care across a variety of clinical settings. Seeking to leverage strong clinical judgment, patient engagement, and education skills in a remote Virtual Registered Nurse role focused on patient monitoring, triage, ongoing support, and health coaching.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile IV RN | PRN/Contractor
Pure IV
Albuquerque, NM
06.2025 - Current
- Provide mobile IV therapy services to clients in home and community-based settings.
- Perform nursing assessments to determine appropriateness for ordered IV therapy and identify concerns requiring further medical evaluation.
- Establish peripheral IV access and administer IV fluids, vitamins, and other ordered therapies within scope of practice and company protocols.
- Monitor clients during and following treatment for adverse reactions, changes in condition, and treatment tolerance.
- Provide education regarding treatments, expected effects, potential adverse reactions, and appropriate follow-up.
- Practice independently while maintaining patient safety, accurate documentation, infection prevention, and professional standards.
- Demonstrate strong communication, organization, time management, and clinical judgment in an independent mobile practice environment.
Registered Nurse, PACU / Pre-op / PAT / GI (PRN)
Lovelace Women's Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
02.2021 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to surgical and procedural patients throughout the perioperative continuum, including preoperative preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, and discharge.
- Perform focused and comprehensive patient assessments, recognizing changes in airway status, respiratory function, hemodynamic stability, level of consciousness, pain, nausea, and overall clinical condition.
- Assume Lead PACU RN responsibilities as needed, coordinating patient assignments and flow, supporting staff, and assisting with clinical and operational decisions.
- Manage postoperative pain and nausea through assessment, medication administration, reassessment, and patient education.
- Provide preoperative nursing care, including medication reconciliation, health history review, focused assessment, patient education, and identification of concerns requiring further evaluation.
- Perform Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) responsibilities and coordinate patient information and clinical findings to support safe surgical preparation.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, procedural teams, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate safe patient flow and continuity of care.
- Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, recovery, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation while adhering to hospital policies, safety standards, and professional nursing practice.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Rust Medical Center
Rio Rancho, NM
2018 - 2021
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, detecting changes to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on procedures, post-operative care, and health management strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois01-2021
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM01-2017
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01-2012
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Clinical Evaluation
- Clinical Triage
- Symptom Assessment
- Patient Education & Counseling
- Medication Education
- Side-Effect Management
- Patient Monitoring & Follow-Up
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Health & Wellness Education
- EHR/EMR Documentation
- Independent Nursing Practice
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS/CPR - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Mobile IV RN | PRN/Contractor
Pure IV
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU / Pre-op / PAT / GI (PRN)
Lovelace Women's Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Rust Medical Center
2018 - 2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of New Mexico