LORENA MENDOZA
Loyola University Medical
Glen Ellyn,IL
2
Languages
2
years of professional experience
Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make a significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Work History
Registered Nurse
2 Years- Prioritized multiple patients while maintaining safe, timely nursing interventions.
- Collected vital signs and reported critical changes to providers promptly.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharge workflows to support patient flow.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered.
- Prioritized multiple patient assignments to ensure consistent, responsive nursing care.
- Deliver Comprehensive preoperative care for patients of all ages across surgical specialties including general, orthopedics, ENT, urology, gynecology, vascular and cardiac procedures
- Served as PM Charge nurse coordinating unit operation staffing, and patient flow during evening shifts
- Participated in unit audits
- Graduated from Loyola's New Grad Residency Program
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Skills
Active listening
Medication and IV administration
IV setup
Clinical knowledge
Time management
Professional bedside manner
Patient assessment
Clinical knowledge
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptability and Flexibility
Active Listening
Medication and IV administration
Languages
Spanish
Intermediate
Accomplishments
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- CPR Certified through American Heart association
- Bilingual: Write and speak Spanish and English fluently
- Nominated for DAisy Award
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Loyola University Medical
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Nursing
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