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Linda Flores

RN, CPN
Albuquerque,NM
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Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

23
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
4
Certifications

Work History

Aya Healthcare Services
NM, MN

Contract Travel RN
10.2015 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Provided quality patient centered care to assigned pediatric patients
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, management and lifestyle options.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Updated patient electronic charts with data including medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • When assigned as Charge Nurse, oversaw delivery of care for patients on pediatric medical-surgical/ortho/Rehabilitation units, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, technicians, and unit clerks.

Carrie Tingley Hospital - Inpatient Unit
Albuquerque, NM

RN Inpatient Supervisor
10.2005 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on pediatric inpatient unit specializing in orthopedics and inpatient rehabilitation, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Administered medications via oral, NG/GT, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc
Albuquerque, NM

Contract RN, LPN
05.2000 - 10.2005

Job overview

  • Worked as LPN, then as an RN, in a variety of different clinical settings ranging from ambulatory care clinics (Pediatrics, OB, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Urgent Care) to acute care settings (LTC, Assisted Living, Inpatient Hospital Units)
  • Triaged patients as required for clinic appointments including obtaining VS, height and weight measurements, performing hearing and vision screens, and purpose of visits)
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, NG/GT, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Education

Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute
Albuquerque, NM

Associate of Science from Nursing
09.1997 - 04.2001

Skills

    Fluent in Spanish

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Certification

Certified Pediatric Nurse, Society of Pediatric Nurses - 12/6/11-2/28/24

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Timeline

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Exp: 10/31/24

10-2022

Pediatric Life Support (PALS) - Exp: 8/31/23

08-2021

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Exp: 7/31/23

07-2021

Contract Travel RN

Aya Healthcare Services
10.2015 - 12.2022

Certified Pediatric Nurse, Society of Pediatric Nurses - 12/6/11-2/28/24

12-2011

RN Inpatient Supervisor

Carrie Tingley Hospital - Inpatient Unit
10.2005 - 01.2015

Contract RN, LPN

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc
05.2000 - 10.2005

Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute

Associate of Science from Nursing
09.1997 - 04.2001

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