Maria Esther Perez
Hialeah Gardens,United States
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical (Post-Surgery)
Memorial Hospital West
Pembroke Pines, Florida
12.2024 - Current
- Provided pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing gastrointestinal, neurological, obstetric/gynecologic, and orthopedic surgeries.
- Provided care and monitoring for patients with surgical drains and devices, including JP drains, wound vacuum systems, ostomies, and Foley catheters.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post operative care, health management, and post-discharge instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and comfort throughout recovery.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, and treatments per physician orders while monitoring patient responses.
- Monitored patients on telemetry, observing cardiac rhythms and promptly reporting abnormalities or changes in patient condition to the provider
- Documented assessments, interventions, medications, and patient outcomes using Epic Systems.
Clinical Nursing Facilitator
Florida International University
Miami, FL
12.2024 - Current
- Mentored nursing students by supporting the development of clinical reasoning, prioritization, and safe patient care practices in a controlled simulation environment.
- Mentored students during hands-on clinical experiences to ensure skill proficiency
- Facilitated high-fidelity clinical simulation scenarios for nursing students in a simulated hospital environment to enhance clinical decision-making and patient care skills.
- Guided students through simulated patient care situations, including medical-surgical, emergency, and critical care scenarios.
- Conducted structured debriefing sessions following simulations, providing constructive feedback to improve clinical judgment, communication, and patient safety practices.
- Evaluated student performance during simulation exercises and assessed competency in nursing interventions, prioritization, and teamwork.
- Collaborated with faculty to implement simulation-based learning aligned with nursing curriculum and clinical objectives.
- Promoted evidence-based practice and adherence to clinical protocols during simulated patient care scenarios.
Nurse Extern
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Miami, United States
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Obtained and documented patient information throughout the cycle of care including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose levels, intake and output, and calorie counts
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living eating, drinking, bathing, oral care, elimination, and grooming
- Maintained health standards by assisting patients with feeding and drinking.
- Successfully inserted IVs, foleys, and straight catheters using effective hygiene practices
- Reported significant observations of each patient to the RN.
- Participated in continuing education classes or workshops relevant to nursing practice areas of interest.
- Maintained a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment using appropriate precautions
- Identified and monitored different heart rhythms or abnormalities
- Notified nurses of a change of a patient's baseline in a timely manner
- Ensured proper functioning of EKG equipment and maintained cleanliness.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay updated with latest telemetry monitoring technology advancements.
Laboratory Technician/Phlebotomist/ Patient coordinator
RegenerWave Clinic
Weston, United States
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Trained new lab technicians on proper techniques, safety protocols, and lab-specific procedures.
- Assisted the provider in treatments and procedures
- Collected blood specimens through venipuncture methods on adults and geriatric patients
- Prepared PRP following safety standards
- Educated patients about their lab specimen collection
- Provided patients with consent forms to complete before procedures.
- Inventory management
Medical Receptionist
Ven a Verte Medical Center
Hialeah, United States
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Scheduled appointments, lab tests and procedures for patients.
- Reconciled co-payment charges and maintained accurate records.
- Helped patients by telephone and in-person to resolve various billing and scheduling issues.
- Cleaned and prepared exam rooms for patients during busy periods.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality of patients in compliance with policies and regulations.
Volunteer, Older Adult Care Specialist
Easter Seals
Pembroke Pines, United States
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Established positive routines to support mental wellbeing.
- Bathed, dressed and groomed clients to help service users maintain good hygiene practices.
- Encouraged independence while providing appropriate levels of assistance based on individual capabilities.
Volunteer
Angels Reach Foundation
Miami Lakes, United States
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Volunteered in observing and recording patient's progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintain this information in client record.
- Assembled, cleaned, and maintained equipment and materials for patient use
- Formulated activities for children with cognitive disabilities
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Miami, Florida, United States05-2024
Associate of Arts Degree - Pre-Nursing
Miami Dade College
Hialeah, Florida, United States05-2022
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Professional References
- Prof. Luis Diaz-Paez, Director Of Clinical Education, Florida International University, 786-647-0823, Luis.DiazPaez@Fiu.edu
- Kristin Comella, Previous employer at RegenerWave Clinic, 813-390-9874, comellakristin@gmail.com
- Dr. Katherine Rodriguez, Medical Director at Regenerwave Clinic, 727-946-1568, katherinerodriguezmd@gmail.com
Certifications And Licensure
- Florida State Board Certified Registered Nurse, 06/01/24
- ACLS Certified
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
- Telemetry Monitor Technician, 06/01/23, HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
- Phlebotomist, 03/01/21, Hollywood Career Institute
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical (Post-Surgery)
Memorial Hospital West
12.2024 - Current
Clinical Nursing Facilitator
Florida International University
12.2024 - Current
Volunteer, Older Adult Care Specialist
Easter Seals
02.2024 - 03.2024
Nurse Extern
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2024
Laboratory Technician/Phlebotomist/ Patient coordinator
RegenerWave Clinic
02.2021 - 12.2022
Medical Receptionist
Ven a Verte Medical Center
08.2020 - 02.2021
Volunteer
Angels Reach Foundation
06.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Associate of Arts Degree - Pre-Nursing
Miami Dade College