Marcela David
Tijuana,BC
Summary
Compassionate RN with expertise in emergency management and critical thinking. Proven ability to enhance patient care and streamline processes in urgent care settings.
Nurse committed and passionate on health and wellness area, aesthetic and patient wellness. Offering professional attention focus on high quality and detailed; empathic trusty.
- Sense of belonging
- Service-minded
- Very good at leading projects, resolving escalated issues.
- Capacity for effective Teamwork.
- Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills.
- Multitasking focus problems solver.
- Ability to easily translate the business needs to technical requirements.
- Offering procedures with highly care, responsibility, dedication, ethic and personal attention.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Urgent Care Registered Nurse (RN)
Santa Margarita Hospital
Copacabana, Antioquia
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Streamlined triage processes to improve patient flow and reduce wait times in high-volume urgent care settings.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and care efficiency within the unit.
- Conducted thorough assessments of incoming patients to prioritize urgent cases effectively based on clinical needs.
- Liaised with physicians on discharge plans and created outpatient instructions for patients not admitted to hospital.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, diagnosing, and treating urgent medical conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Vaccination Nurse/Immunization and COVID-19 Testing Nurse
Metro Salud Hospital
Medellin, Antioquia
06.2020 - 12.2023
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safer hospital environment for patients and staff.
- Evaluated care effectiveness, recommending improvements based on patient feedback and clinical observations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered vaccines and conducted COVID-19 tests following hospital protocols and guidelines.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff on immunization techniques and COVID-19 testing procedures.
- Supported the broader healthcare community by participating in joint efforts to combat vaccine-preventable diseases and mitigate the spread of COVID19.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care during immunization campaigns and COVID-19 response efforts.
- Enhanced COVID-19 testing processes by staying current on guidelines and utilizing best practices for specimen collection.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain knowledgeable about emerging vaccine technologies and evolving public health guidance around COVID-19 testing protocols.
Operating Room (OR) Nurse
CES Clinic
Medellin, Antioquia
02.2016 - 06.2020
- Led surgical teams during complex operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficient workflow.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments to evaluate patient readiness and address concerns effectively.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork and open communication among colleagues.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing exceptional care and maintaining a sterile operating environment.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory standards by meticulously following guidelines for infection control and sterilization techniques.
- Coordinated effectively with other departments including pharmacy services, radiology technicians, lab personnel to provide seamless interdisciplinary care.
- Managed surgical inventory, maintaining adequate levels of supplies for all scheduled surgeries.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various technological tools used in the operating room setting such as electronic medical records, surgical equipment, and monitoring devices.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and streamlined operational processes.
Urgent Care Registered Nurse (RN)
Santa Margarita Hospital
Copacabana, Antioquia
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Administered medications and treatments in line with established protocols and patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions and support recovery.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medication usage, and follow-up care to enhance health outcomes.
- Administered vaccines and immunization plans for families.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices for patient assessment, documentation, and emergency response procedures.
- Managed patients with multiple chronic health conditions, acute episodes of care and behavioral health challenges while promoting and supporting prevention and wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
Corporation Educativa ECOSESA
Medellin, Antioquia09-2013
Bachelor of Science -
Insitucion Educativa ECOSESA
Plasma Rico En Plaquetas - Health And Wellness
PROYECTOS ESPECIALES SAS
Medellin, Antioquia03-2025
Cosmiatria Facil Y Corporal - Health And Wellness
Corporacion De Cosmetologia Y Estetica Integral
Valledupar, Colombia12-2023
HILOS TENSORES - Health And Wellness
SPAMENTE
Medellin, Antioquia09-2023
Manejo Con Sueroterapia - Health And Wellness
PROYECTOS ESPECIALES SAS
Medellin, Antioquia07-2023
Tratamiento De Emergencia Para Medicina Estetetica - Health And Wellness
INNOSTETIC
Medellin, Antioquia05-2023
Plasmapen / Hidroblast - Health And Wellness
Consultorio De Estetica Integral
Medellin, Antioquia04-2023
Restructuracion Facil/Reduccion Corp Enzimas - Health And Wellness
Skin And Beauty
Medellin, Antioquia09-2022
Rinomodelación Y Labios - Health And Wellness
Corporacion Vanguardia Educativa
Medellin, Antioquia08-2022
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- IV insertion
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency management
- Trauma nursing
- Pediatric care
- Cultural history
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Patient management
- Stress management
- Injection administration
- EHR documentation
- Skin disinfection
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Strong clinical judgment
- CPR certification
- Effective communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Physical assessment
- Vitals monitoring
- Microsoft office
- Pain management
- Delegation and motivation
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Infection control
- Interpersonal skills
- Quality improvement
- Professionalism
- Emergency care
- First aid
- Diabetes management
- Cardiac monitors
Accomplishments
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- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Certification
- Certified Rejuvenecimiento Facil 3D, Proyectos Especiales SAS - 2026
- Armonizacion Facial FULL Face: Toxina Botulinica, Rellenos Faciales con Acido Hialuronico Training - 2026
- Certified Aesthetic Nurse, Corporacion Vanguardia Educativa - 2025
- Tratamiento de Emergencia en los principales procedimentos de medicina Estetica, Innostetic - 2023
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Urgent Care Registered Nurse (RN)
Santa Margarita Hospital
01.2024 - 01.2026
Vaccination Nurse/Immunization and COVID-19 Testing Nurse
Metro Salud Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2023
Operating Room (OR) Nurse
CES Clinic
02.2016 - 06.2020
Urgent Care Registered Nurse (RN)
Santa Margarita Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science -
Insitucion Educativa ECOSESA
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
Corporation Educativa ECOSESA
Plasma Rico En Plaquetas - Health And Wellness
PROYECTOS ESPECIALES SAS
Cosmiatria Facil Y Corporal - Health And Wellness
Corporacion De Cosmetologia Y Estetica Integral
HILOS TENSORES - Health And Wellness
SPAMENTE
Manejo Con Sueroterapia - Health And Wellness
PROYECTOS ESPECIALES SAS
Tratamiento De Emergencia Para Medicina Estetetica - Health And Wellness
INNOSTETIC
Plasmapen / Hidroblast - Health And Wellness
Consultorio De Estetica Integral
Restructuracion Facil/Reduccion Corp Enzimas - Health And Wellness
Skin And Beauty
Rinomodelación Y Labios - Health And Wellness
Corporacion Vanguardia Educativa