Madeline Vela
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Charge Nurse
North Central Baptist Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Patient Care Associate
North Central Baptist Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Personal Home Health Caregiver
Eunice Dahlbeck
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
San Antonio12.2022
Bachelor of Science - University Studies/Health Care Management
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08.2020
Skills
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Leadership
Communication
Attention to detail
Patient Care
Empathy
Compassion
Certification
- CPR/BLS Certified
- ACLS Certfied
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Charge Nurse
North Central Baptist Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Personal Home Health Caregiver
Eunice Dahlbeck
10.2021 - 11.2021
Patient Care Associate
North Central Baptist Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
Bachelor of Science - University Studies/Health Care Management
Texas Tech University