Marcus Cuevas
Reedley,CA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional offering strong foundation in critical care and genuine desire to make a positive impact in various healthcare settings. Brings the ability to rapidly assimilate new medical knowledge and technical skills, including patient assessment and emergency response procedures. Ready to use and develop critical thinking and teamwork skills into the PACU at Regional Hand Center
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
PACT Registered Nurse
VA Central California Health System, Fresno
Fresno, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Navigating complex case management of panel with over 750 patients, identifying patient needs, triaging symptoms & appropriately delegating care to the appropriate specialty
- Conducted inpatient and emergency department discharge follow-ups, assessing patient status post-discharge, identifying needs, & providing education including return precautions
Intensive Care Registered Nurse II
Community Regional Medical Center Level 1 Trauma Center
Fresno, CA
02.2023 - 09.2025
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and responded promptly to changes or abnormalities, maintaining patient stability and preventing complications.
- Demonstrated adaptability in crisis situations by effectively prioritizing tasks and coordinating with team members during emergency patient care.
- Provided pre- and post-operative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients, focusing on pain management, early ambulation, and optimal hemodynamic recovery.
- Managed ventilator settings and critical care medications, titrating according to patient needs and physician orders.
- Precepted multiple New Hires and Nursing/Paramedic Students in the ICU environment
- Demonstrated flexibility by ‘floating’ to PACU, Neuro ICU, & Trauma ICU units when short staffed
Infantryman | Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
02.2013 - 11.2016
- Contributed to successful mission outcomes by participating in planning and execution of complex military operations, in various leadership billets.
- Cultivated international relations; (2x) deployments overseas: Marine Rotational Force Darwin (Darwin, Australia) 2014 and 31st Marine expeditionary Unit (Pacific Ocean, Busan, South Korea & Okinawa, Japan aboard USS Germantown) 2015
- Developed tactical proficiency through participation in numerous infantry training exercises & advanced courses, honing skills to better prepare for combat and humanitarian operations
- Fostered a cohesive team environment through clear communication, collaboration, education, and upholding standards as a leader of Marines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA12-2022
Certifications
- Percutaneous Cardiac Assist Device (Impella)
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
- Immediate Post-op Cardiothoracic Surgery Care
- Johns Hopkins Mobility Advocate (JH-HLM)
- Critical Care Preceptor
- Ultrasound Guided IV Insertion Proficiency
- BLS, ACLS, NIH-SS
RN Awards
- Employee of the month (February 2025)
Timeline
PACT Registered Nurse
VA Central California Health System, Fresno
09.2025 - Current
Intensive Care Registered Nurse II
Community Regional Medical Center Level 1 Trauma Center
02.2023 - 09.2025
Infantryman | Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
02.2013 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Fresno