LIBIA H RODRÍGUEZ
ROUND ROCK,US
Summary
Compassionate and skilled nurse with experience in HIV and STD care, providing high-quality patient-centered services in a specialized clinic. Proficient in conducting assessments, administering treatments, and educating patients on disease prevention, medication adherence, and safe practices. Experienced in managing antiretroviral therapy, treating sexually transmitted infections, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams. Dedicated to promoting sexual health, reducing transmission risks, and supporting patients through counseling and education. Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse populations in a confidential and nonjudgmental environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Community Care Clinic
Austin, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Attended conferences and seminars on topics related to HIV and AIDS treatment and prevention.
PHLEBOTOMIST
Quest Diagnostics
Austin, TX
03.2021 - 07.2024
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
- Provided excellent direct patient care
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup
- Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
- Produced high-quality images for referring physicians
PHLEBOTOMIST
Clinical Pathology Laboratory
Austin, TX
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
- Provided excellent direct patient care
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup
- Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
- Produced high-quality images for referring physicians
PHLEBOTOMIST
Evins Personnel Consultants, Inc.
Austin, TX
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
- Provided excellent direct patient care
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup
- Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
- Produced high-quality images for referring physicians
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
La Familia Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Proficient in obtaining patient medical history and vital signs (i.e., temperature, blood pressure, and pulse), promptly recording data in EHR and communicating patient concerns with physician
- Collect blood samples, ensuring patient comfort and understanding
- Provide emotional support, enhancing patient experience
- Educate patients on health topics, improving awareness
- Apply phlebotomy skills to ensure accurate sample collection
- Contribute to patient care by delivering reliable test results
- Draw blood samples with precision, offering emotional support and health education to patients
- Ensure a comfortable experience, enhancing overall patient care
- Meticulously collect and label blood specimens, adhering to strict safety protocols
- Maintain accurate patient records, contributing to efficient lab operations
- Implement calming techniques to ease patient anxiety during blood draws
- Adapt approach for diverse patient populations, improving satisfaction rates
- Administer oral and injectable medication and immunizations by applying proper techniques, ensuring a comfortable patient environment
- Draw blood and collect patient specimens, adhering to proper specimen handling and preparation standards to guarantee quality and accurate laboratory results
- Verify patient pharmacy information and refill prescription orders under approval of physician
- Launched initiative to regularly distribute health-related educational pamphlets to patients, helping them achieve and maintain ideal health
- Under physician approval, verify patient pharmacy and medication information to order prescription refills
Education
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc
Manatí, PR12.2023
CARRINGTON COLLEGE -
Carrington College Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV10.2017
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - NURSING
University of Medical Sciences of Havana
06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Drug calculations
- Venipuncture
- Patient Care
- Resilience
- Injections
- Triage
- Immunizations
- EKG
- Medical Records
- Vital Signs
- Laboratory
- Medication Administration
- Infection control
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Nursing
- Phlebotomy
- Epic
- Insurance Verification
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- EMR
- Scheduling
- Teamwork
- Patient education
- Lab result interpretation
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Infectious disease control
- Discharge coordination
- Health screening
- Direct patient care
- Setting up referrals
- Personal care needs
- Intake and discharge
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- Infection control measures
- Direct and indirect patient care
- OSHA safety expert
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- Oxygen saturation standards
- [Software] use
- SBAR communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Documenting vitals
- Coordinating referrals
- Treatment Planning
- Disease specialization
- [Language] fluency
Languages
- Spanish, Native
- English, Native
Additional Information - Certifications And Licenses
- RN BSN
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Community Care Clinic
08.2024 - Current
PHLEBOTOMIST
Quest Diagnostics
03.2021 - 07.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST
Clinical Pathology Laboratory
02.2019 - 03.2021
PHLEBOTOMIST
Evins Personnel Consultants, Inc.
03.2018 - 02.2019
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
La Familia Medical Center
02.2017 - 02.2018
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc
CARRINGTON COLLEGE -
Carrington College Las Vegas
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - NURSING
University of Medical Sciences of Havana
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University