Layra Bermudez
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced and critical environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Possessing skills in effective communication, patient assessment, pain management methods and anesthesia recovery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered-nurse
Exert Clinic
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Streamlined the discharge process for PACU patients, ensuring thorough education on home care instructions and follow-up appointments.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in huddles, meetings, initiatives, and collaborative projects within the department.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Medical Assistant
Exert Clinic
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and during awake surgical procedures.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Certified Medical Assistant
1st Choice Urgent Care
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, facilitating timely treatment plans and decision making.
- Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in urgent situations and in a very stressed enviroment.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Measured patient spirometry.
Hospitalist Physician
Cuban Hospital
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Diagnosed conditions accurately by requesting specific, relevant labs and accurately interpreting results.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to manage patient care.
- Handled as many 30 patients each day, transitioning care between departments and outside physicians.
- Managed ventilated patients carefully, balancing stats and interventions for optimal short- and long-term health.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively during emergency procedures, providing life-saving interventions when needed.
- Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
Resident Physician, Internal Medicine
Cuban Hospoital
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Efficiently managed high-volume caseloads, prioritizing critical cases and making timely decisions under pressure.
- Skillfully performed various medical procedures including lumbar punctures, central line insertions, and paracentesis.
- Provided supervision during night shifts as senior resident, managing emergencies efficiently while maintaining the highest level of care for all patients on service.
- Responded to emergency situations with life-saving treatment.
- Increased efficiency during my ICU rotations by managing airway devices and ensuring proper placement of intravenous lines in post-anesthesia patients.
- Managed postoperative pain effectively by adjusting medication dosages or utilizing alternative therapies as needed, promoting patient comfort during recovery.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during the ICU/Critical Care rotation.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Miami Regional University
Miami, FL10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
EDP University of Puerto Rico
Hato Rey, PR08.2023
M.D. - Internal Medicine Residency
University of Medical Science
Cuba08.2019
M.D. - Medicine
University of Medical Sciences
Cuba07.2016
Skills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- IV Insertion
- Cardiac Monitors
- Post-Anesthesia Care
- Airway Management
- Multitasking
- IV Fluid Administration
- Anesthesia Recovery
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Timeline
Registered-nurse
Exert Clinic
01.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Exert Clinic
07.2023 - 12.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
1st Choice Urgent Care
06.2022 - 06.2023
Hospitalist Physician
Cuban Hospital
09.2019 - 04.2021
Resident Physician, Internal Medicine
Cuban Hospoital
08.2016 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Miami Regional University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
EDP University of Puerto Rico
M.D. - Internal Medicine Residency
University of Medical Science
M.D. - Medicine
University of Medical Sciences
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