Lynoshka Santiago-Concepcion
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Bilingual Registered Nurse with more than 10 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Therapy Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
, FL
11.2021 - Current
- Collected and analyzed patient data before, during and after treatments and documented information in patient medical records.
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Provide training for treatment at home to the patient and Care partner . Make sure they feel comfortable and safe.
CHARGE NURSE
FRESENIUS KIDNEY CARE
BOYNTON BEACH, FL
12.2017 - 11.2021
- Lab orders, Medication Reviews.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement, and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
- Assessed unit patients continuously from admission to discharge.
- Performed IV infusions, intramuscular injections, Hemodialysis, IV pushes and oral subcutaneous.
- Managed central lines, catheters and vascular access devices.
- Transitional Care.
- Cannulation on vascular access
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
HCA
Atlantis, FL
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis and implementation of treatment plans for acute dialysis patients.
- Performed dialysis treatments on adult patients in the acute setting.
- Coordinated with physicians regarding orders for medications and other treatments.
- Educated patients about nutrition, lifestyle modifications, medications and follow-up care after discharge from hospital setting.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient information such as medical history, lab results, medications administered.
- Administered prescribed medications according to established protocols or physician instructions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Measured and monitored patient vital signs.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in a calm manner while maintaining high standards of professional nursing practice.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Assessed and coordinated patient discharge planning needs with healthcare team members.
- Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Followed strict infection control procedures to limit exposure to flu and other illnesses.
- Documented patients' data, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses and treatment changes.
STAFF NURSE
Fresenius Medical Services
Cayey, PR
10.2013 - 11.2017
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during any procedures.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Monitored patient vitals, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Med/Registered Nurse, General Surgery
Hospital Menonita
, PR
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Provided direct patient care, assessing and responding to patient needs, including physical comfort, emotional support, and medical and nursing interventions.
- Managed intravenous lines including insertion of IV catheters, medication administration through IVs, monitoring IV fluids and maintenance of patency.
- Administered medications according to established policies and procedures; monitored effects on patients' conditions.
- Documented all activities in accordance with hospital standards; maintained accurate records of patient care plans.
- Provided post-operative care to surgical patients including wound dressing changes, pain management and infection control measures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans; provided feedback to ensure optimal outcomes were achieved.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Caguas01.2015
Associate Degree - Science of Nursing
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
01.2012
Skills
- Venipuncture/phlebotomy,
- Hemodialysis Training
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- High level of nursing care
- Chronic renal disease experience
- Documentation
- Organizational skills
- Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Electronic documentation
- IV drug therapy management
- Medication and IV administration
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Care Plan Implementation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient consultation
- Family planning services education
- Patient and family advocacy
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive health
- Client needs assessments
- Documentation proficiency
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Florida State Board Registered Nurse License [Year]
- BLS
- Hemodialysis Training
- Home Hemodialysis training Nxstage
- PD training
Timeline
Home Therapy Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
11.2021 - Current
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
HCA
05.2021 - 09.2021
CHARGE NURSE
FRESENIUS KIDNEY CARE
12.2017 - 11.2021
STAFF NURSE
Fresenius Medical Services
10.2013 - 11.2017
Med/Registered Nurse, General Surgery
Hospital Menonita
06.2012 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Associate Degree - Science of Nursing
COLUMBIA COLLEGE