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Maria Paula Rodriguez Faria

North Richland Hills

Summary

As a licensed registered nurse with a background as a foreign-trained medical doctor, I bring strong medical knowledge and problem-solving skills, particularly in situations requiring careful assessment and teamwork. I currently work in the Trauma Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit , where I care for high-acuity patients and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. I am seeking continued opportunities to grow professionally and contribute to providing compassionate, evidence-based care.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse – Trauma Med-Surg/Telemetry

Medical City North Hills
02.2025 - Current
  • Provide direct patient care to trauma and telemetry patients.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
  • Monitor cardiac rhythms, manage wounds care.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support recovery and discharge planning.
  • Known for adaptability, critical thinking, and teamwork.

Case Manager

HealthCareClinics
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Successfully managed a caseload of 140 patients per month, reducing hospital readmissions.


Medical Assistant

East Plano Family Clinic
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Triaged patients and performed vital checks to facilitate patient flow.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures, including sterilizing instruments, removing sutures, and wound care.

Medical Doctor Internship

Hospital Senen Castillo, Hospital Universitario
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Gained hands-on experience in patient care, diagnosis, treatment, and emergency interventions in high-pressure situations.
  • Supported surgical procedures as a first assistant while maintaining composure and focus.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Orlando, FL
12.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Guayama, PR
12.2023

Medical Doctor - MD

Universidad Del Zulia
12.2019

Skills

  • Patient-centered care, safety, and advocacy
  • Bilingual – English and Spanish
  • Proficient in Electronic Health Record (EMR/EHR)

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • RN Licensed
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse – Trauma Med-Surg/Telemetry

Medical City North Hills
02.2025 - Current

Case Manager

HealthCareClinics
11.2022 - 02.2024

Medical Assistant

East Plano Family Clinic
05.2022 - 10.2022

Medical Doctor Internship

Hospital Senen Castillo, Hospital Universitario
08.2018 - 08.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico

Medical Doctor - MD

Universidad Del Zulia

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico

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