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Lisandra Merino

Miami Gardens,United States

Summary

A compassionate and dedicated NICU Registered Nurse with a 1 year and 8 months experience of delivering high-quality, family-centered care to critically ill and premature newborns. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments, collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to implement advanced neonatal care plans and ensure optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in neonatal resuscitation, ventilator management, and developmental care practices. Committed to continuous learning and excellence in patient safety, education, and advocacy for both neonates and their families.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

Nicklaus Children Hospital
07.2017 - 02.2021
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others
  • Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning

Nurse Aide Volunteer

Miami Dade County Fair and Export
11.2021
  • Performed First aid duties and followed regulatory guidelines to promote safe environment
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions

Student Nurse

Kendall Regional Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2021
  • Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols
  • Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes

Student Nurse

Leon Medical Center
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Administered medications via intramuscular injections and monitored responses

Student Nurse

Jackson Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2022
  • Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses

Customer Service

Little Caesar's
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Customer Service

Customer Service

Crocs
11.2019 - 03.2021
  • Customer Service

Registered Nurse

Vitas Hospice
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Comprehensive Nursing Assessments
  • Knowledge of End-of-Life Care Protocols
  • Advanced Care Planning and Documentation
  • Understanding of Palliative vs. Curative Treatment
  • Familiarity with Hospice Regulations and Compliance (Medicare/Medicaid guidelines)
  • Compassionate Patient and Family Communication
  • Cultural Sensitivity and Emotional Intelligence
  • Educating Patients and Families on Hospice Philosophy
  • Active Listening and Advocacy
  • Coordination with Interdisciplinary Hospice Teams (social workers, chaplains, physicians)


NICU Registered Nurse

Palmetto General Hospital
08.2023 - Current
  • Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature infants requiring ventilator support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in a Level II NICU setting.
  • Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion
  • Oxygen & Medication Administration
  • Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
  • IV Therapy (PICC, UVC, UAC, peripheral lines)
  • Team Leadership and Supervision
  • Patient Assignment and Staffing Coordination

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St.Thomas University
Miami
12-2025

Skills

  • Neonatal intensive care
  • Patient assessment and monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Ventilator management
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Central lines care
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Emotional support
  • Advanced life support techniques
  • Leadership skills
  • Empathetic
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • BLS/ ALS- Basic Life Support- November 2023
  • RN- Registered Nurse (Graduated 10/01/22)
  • NRP - October 2023
  • S.T.A.B.L.E- October 2023




Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

NICU Registered Nurse

Palmetto General Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Vitas Hospice
05.2023 - 08.2023

Student Nurse

Jackson Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2022

Nurse Aide Volunteer

Miami Dade County Fair and Export
11.2021

Student Nurse

Leon Medical Center
11.2021 - 12.2021

Student Nurse

Kendall Regional Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2021

Customer Service

Crocs
11.2019 - 03.2021

Customer Service

Little Caesar's
06.2018 - 08.2018

Volunteer

Nicklaus Children Hospital
07.2017 - 02.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miami Dade College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St.Thomas University

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