Seasoned nursing professional with proven clinical knowledge, strong interpersonal skills, and technical abilities. Skilled in EMR charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to optimizing patient care and support, while maintaining a focus on quality and efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transfer Center Nurse
Harris Health
09.2023 - Current
Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Triage/Telephonic Nurse, Acute Care
Houston Methodist
10.2021 - Current
Handle an average of 40 inbound calls per day, addressing acute care needs of diverse patient populations.
Conduct outbound calls to ensure comprehensive patient care and follow-up.
Deliver high-quality care to diverse populations, oversee patient admission, and triage based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Perform triage on incoming patients and determine severity of injuries and illnesses.
Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
Investigate and resolve issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Patient Placement Coordinator
HCA Houston Healthcare
04.2019 - 10.2021
Establish and maintain effective communication with staff, physicians, and community organizations to promote high-quality patient care.
Evaluate healthcare needs, treatment goals, and available resources for each patient and connect them to optimal providers and care.
Organize discharge planning for home care and rehabilitation stays to ease patients' transition from hospital.
Coordinate transportation for medical appointments.
Confer with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Staff RN, PICU
Texas Children's Hospital
01.2018 - 06.2019
Administer medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitor responses.
Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Direct patient care by initiating and following through with the plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Gather patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management.
Staff Nurse, PICU
Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2018
Observe and document patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Monitor patients' conditions and report changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Direct patient care by initiating and following through with the plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Perform frequent checks on life support equipment and make necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Staff Nurse
Maria Fareri Children's Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2017
Observe and document patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Monitor patients' conditions and report changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Direct patient care by initiating and following through with the plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY
05.2011
Skills
Triage/telephonic nursing support
14 years of nursing experience
Acute care - Med-Surg, ICU, Pediatrics
Excellent Communication
MS Office
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Dependable and Responsible
Certification
American Heart Association, Basic Life Support, 10/2023
Advanced Medical Support Assistant, GS-6, Step 4 at U S Department of Veterans AffairsAdvanced Medical Support Assistant, GS-6, Step 4 at U S Department of Veterans Affairs