Malaysia Garcia
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and great bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in all patient support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Physicians Regional - Pine Ridge
12.2022 - Current
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Cared for patients in 51 bed med surge unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Safety Technician
Lee Health System
02.2019 - 12.2022
- Maintained safe and comfortable work environment.
- Provided physical support to patients to assist in performing daily living activities.
- Lifted patients to move off beds, examination tables or stretchers.
- Continuous monitoring of confused and suicidal patients.
Clinical Student Nurse
The Preserve, Shorepoint , Physicians Regional
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
Server/Hostess
Cypress Cove Retirement Home
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Rasmussen Univeristy
Fort Myers, FL09.2022
High School Diploma -
East Lee County High School
05.2017
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Recording Vital Signs
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Acute Care
- Counting Narcotics
- ADLs Assistance
Certification
- Basic Life Support Training
- IV Certification
Timeline
LPN
Physicians Regional - Pine Ridge
12.2022 - Current
Clinical Student Nurse
The Preserve, Shorepoint , Physicians Regional
01.2021 - 09.2022
Safety Technician
Lee Health System
02.2019 - 12.2022
Server/Hostess
Cypress Cove Retirement Home
02.2016 - 02.2019
Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Rasmussen Univeristy
High School Diploma -
East Lee County High School