Lesley Colorado
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced with perioperative nursing, ensuring comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgery. Utilizes strong clinical skills and attention to detail to maintain sterile environments and patient safety. Track record of effective teamwork and communication within surgical units, enhancing overall patient care quality.
Overview
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1
Language
1
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Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
Webster, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure effective communication and patient safety.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
Registered Nurse
Icon Health Services
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress, developing and implementing care plans to ensure effective treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families to promote overall wellness and improve patient experience.
Licensed Vocational Nursing
Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Receptionist
Aspire Houston Fertility Institute
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Answering the telephone; taking and relaying messages; providing information to callers.
- Scheduling appointments and maintaining appointment calendar.
- Checked in and checked out the patients ensuring accuracy of patient information as well as completeness of co-pays, charges, and insurance information.
- Coordinated physician schedules and maintained patient flow by effectively communicating arrivals and delays.
- Use EMR software to manage patient records and files; reinforce and uphold patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA and the clinic.
Education
Registered Nurse, Associates Degree of Nursing -
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX12-2023
Licensed Vocational Nursing -
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX12-2021
Associates in Life Science -
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX05-2020
Skills
- Patient safety
- Infection Control
- Critical thinking
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association, 07/2028
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 09/2028
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Icon Health Services
08.2022 - 06.2024
Licensed Vocational Nursing
Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
Receptionist
Aspire Houston Fertility Institute
03.2020 - 01.2021
Associates in Life Science -
San Jacinto College District
Licensed Vocational Nursing -
San Jacinto College District
Registered Nurse, Associates Degree of Nursing -
San Jacinto College District