Maria Colunga
Rosenberg,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage 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
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
CHI Lufkin Memorial
09.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Travel RN
(Medical Solutions, RN Network, Aya Healthcare)
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Provided hands-on nursing care to diverse patient populations in various healthcare settings across multiple states
- Assessed and monitored patients' conditions, updated treatment plans as necessary, and provided education to patients and their families on treatment options and management
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by providing guidance and support to nursing staff, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive work environment
Registered Nurse
Oak Bend Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated strong communication skills through patient education sessions, interdisciplinary team meetings, and presentations on healthcare topics
- Utilized simulation labs to practice complex nursing skills and enhance clinical decision-making abilities
Graduate Nurse
Rice Medical Center
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Participated in clinical rotations in areas such as medical-surgical nursing, pediatrics, obstetrics, and mental health, gaining valuable experience in assessing patient conditions, administering medications, and developing care plans
- Collaborated with interprofessional healthcare teams to provide holistic care to diverse patient populations, including children, adults, and older adults
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10-2022
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CHI Lufkin Memorial
09.2024 - Current
Travel RN
(Medical Solutions, RN Network, Aya Healthcare)
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Oak Bend Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2021
Graduate Nurse
Rice Medical Center
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
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