Compassionate, reliable, and ethical nursing professional with a proven ability to remain calm and intervene effectively during crises while collaborating seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams. Over 10 years of experience in delivering high-quality care to diverse patient populations. Committed to leveraging extensive knowledge and expertise to enhance patient outcomes and foster a supportive healthcare environment. Skilled in building positive relationships with patients, families, physicians, and fellow healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and compassionate care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare of Waterford
03.2015 - Current
Fulfilled role of charge nurse, responsible for RN, LPN, and CNA, delegating and assigning care appropriately
Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems
Managed case load of 30 patients, providing education and administering medications, wound care treatments, IV therapy, and venipuncture
Coordinate workforce management within a multidisciplinary team advocating for the needs of patients and their families
Lead and mentored 10 newly licensed nurses in developing and achieving professional expertise
Interact and communicate with patients of all ages and ethnic backgrounds, giving quality medical care and treatment
Incorporate teaching in delivery of care with a focus on health promotion by developing and implementing patient care plans
Mentored junior nurses in best practices for patient assessment and treatment methodologies.
Advocated for patients' needs within the healthcare system to ensure comprehensive support services.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
CDR Maguire
01.2023 - 06.2023
· Conducted comprehensive health assessments for newly arriving refugees to ensure their immediate healthcare needs were identified and addressed upon entry into the community.
· Administered mandatory immunizations, adhering to established protocols to protect individual and public health.
· Provided detailed health education, equipping refugees with essential information regarding community resources, healthcare services, and available health referrals for ongoing support.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Tech Home Health
08.2015 - 08.2015
Evaluated for any safety hazards within the environment
Proficient in working with ventilator patients, hospice patients, tracheotomy care, suctioning, gastrostomy tube, catheters, wound care, Jackson Pratt
Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts
Provided comfort while developing and encouraging independence
Involved in providing education to client's based off their individualized care plan
Confidently initiated iv therapy and drew blood specimens from patient within their home
Registered Nurse
Integrity Home Health Services
05.2015 - 05.2015
Providing Direct Care to pediatric patients with different illnesses from Cerebral Palsy, brain illnesses and spinal cord injuries, G-Tube management, catheter, tracheotomy care.
Coordinating care among multiple disciplines.
Medical Biller and Coder
Care Medical Center Group
01.2006 - 01.2007
Data Entry, Checking patients insurances for eligibility.
Processed and submitted medical claims to ensure timely reimbursement.
Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness before coding.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations.
Education
Masters of Science - AFP Advanced Family Practitioner
St.Thomas University
Miami Gardens, Fl, United States
01.2020
Bachelors of Science - Nursing in BSN
Florida International University
Miami, Fl, United States
01.2016
Associate of Science - Associates of Science in Nursing
Florida National University
Hialeah, Fl, United States
01.2013
Associates in Arts - AA
Miami Dade College
Miami, Fl, United States
01.2010
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist - Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Florida Career College
Hialeah, Fl, United States
01.2006
High School Diploma - undefined
Miami-Dade Christian Academy
Miami, Fl, United States
01.2004
High School Diploma - undefined
Hialeah Senior High School
Hialeah, Fl, United States
01.2002
Skills
Bi-lingual, Fluent in English and Spanish
ACLS and BLS certified
Microsoft Office proficient (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Medication administration
Documentation and charting
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Patient monitoring
Professional bedside manner
Patient evaluation
Family education
Wound Care
Specimen collection and preparation
Medication
Treatments and Therapies
Patient Safety
Admission, Discharges, Transfers
Medication and IV administration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CDR Maguire
01.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Tech Home Health
08.2015 - 08.2015
Registered Nurse
Integrity Home Health Services
05.2015 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare of Waterford
03.2015 - Current
Medical Biller and Coder
Care Medical Center Group
01.2006 - 01.2007
Bachelors of Science - Nursing in BSN
Florida International University
Associate of Science - Associates of Science in Nursing
Florida National University
Associates in Arts - AA
Miami Dade College
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist - Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Florida Career College
High School Diploma - undefined
Miami-Dade Christian Academy
High School Diploma - undefined
Hialeah Senior High School
Masters of Science - AFP Advanced Family Practitioner