Summary
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Work History
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Daisy Award Winner, July 2020
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LoAles Cruz

Salisbury,NC

Summary

Seasoned nurse with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Triage / TOC Nurse

Vesta Healthcare
10.2023 - Current
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.

ER Nurse

Levine's Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by closely monitoring patients for changes in condition, escalating issues when necessary to physicians or specialists.
  • Assisted physicians during procedures such as intubation or central line placements while ensuring the highest level of patient safety and comfort.
  • Promoted teamwork among nursing colleagues through effective collaboration, communication, and mutual support during high-pressure situations.

Travel Nurse: ICU, PACU, Med Surg

American Mobile Nursing
01.2021 - 09.2022
  • Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
  • Expedited treatment times with proficient IV insertion skills, medication administration, and wound dressing changes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to meet patients'' specific needs.
  • Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.

Travel Nurse, ICU

Aya Healthcare
12.2020 - 09.2021
  • Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
  • Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
  • Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.

Registered Nurse

Montefiore Hospital
12.2018 - 01.2021
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Post University
Waterbury, CT
03-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Monroe College
The Bronx, NY
08-2018

Skills

  • Patient triage
  • Care coordination
  • Patient education
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Patient assessment
  • Nursing procedures
  • Chronic disease management
  • Symptom management
  • Emergency response
  • Wound care

Daisy Award Winner, July 2020

Awarded while working in ICU at Montefiore Hospital, nominated by my patients, colleagues, and superior for my dedication to the unit, and positive attitude during COVID pandemic.

Timeline

Triage / TOC Nurse

Vesta Healthcare
10.2023 - Current

ER Nurse

Levine's Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 06.2023

Travel Nurse: ICU, PACU, Med Surg

American Mobile Nursing
01.2021 - 09.2022

Travel Nurse, ICU

Aya Healthcare
12.2020 - 09.2021

Registered Nurse

Montefiore Hospital
12.2018 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Post University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Monroe College
LoAles Cruz