Maria Pulgarin
Sulphur Springs,TX
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse graduate equipped with an Associate of Applied Science Degree from Northeast Texas Community College. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care through evidence-based practices and a collaborative approach in healthcare settings. Aiming to enhance patient well-being and improve outcomes while furthering professional development in nursing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Trinity Clinic
Sulphur Springs, TX
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Documented all activities accurately into electronic medical records system.
- Provided direct patient care by assisting with treatments and administering medications as directed by physicians.
- Assisted with patient admissions and discharges, including obtaining vital signs, medical histories and insurance information.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure proper functioning of the clinical environment.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to patient safety.
- Prepared exam rooms prior to patient visits; ensured that all necessary supplies were available.
- Educated patients on topics related to their health care needs such as disease prevention, diet management, medication use and post-treatment instructions.
- Administered injections per physician orders while adhering to all safety guidelines.
- Answered phones promptly; responded professionally to inquiries from patients or family members.
- Participated actively in team meetings discussing new developments in medicine or changes in policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding their care plan; provided emotional support during difficult times.
- Conducted physical assessments including measurements of height, weight, temperature and pulse rate; reported any changes in condition to supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Production Worker
Clayton Homes Manufacturing
Sulphur Springs, TX
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
- Adhered strictly to established guidelines and procedures while performing duties.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
- Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, parts, supplies, and finished goods.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Patient Care Technician
Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs
Sulphur Springs, TX
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
NORTHEAST TEXAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
MOUNT PLEASANT, TEXAS05-2025
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Paris Junior College
Paris, TX12-2021
High School Diploma -
Sulphur Springs High School
Sulphur Springs, TX06-2016
Skills
- Takes and records patient vital signs
- Venipunctures/Finger sticks
- Initiating/Discontinuing IV's
- Initiating/Discontinuing Foley Catheters
- Medication Administration
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Quick problem solver
- Interpersonal Abilities
- Computer/Technical Literacy
- Patient monitoring
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection control standards
- Task prioritization
- Clinical judgment
- Basic nursing care
- ADL assistance
- Health promotion
- Patient assessments
- EPIC EMR software
- Basic life support
- Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
- Prioritizing tasks and managing patient load
- Empathy and compassion for providing quality patient care
- Proficient in Spanish
Seminars/Meetings
Texas Nursing Association Mock Trial, Dallas, TX, October 2024
Certifications/Organizations/Memberships
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (Current)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (Current)
• PHI THETA KAPPA
• National Society of Leadership and Success
Clinical Experiences
Christus Good Shepard Medical Center in Longview, TX
• E2 (Med/Surg)
• Labor & Delivery
• W600 (Stepdown ICU)
Christus Mother Frances in Sulphur Springs, TX
• ICU
• ER
• Ortho/Rehab
• Day Surgery
• Med/Surg
UT Health Quitman in Quitman, TX
• ER
• Cardiac Rehab
Titus Regional Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant, TX
• Med/Surg
• Day Surgery
• Labor & Delivery
• Nursery
Pleasant Springs Healthcare Center in Mt. Pleasant, TX
• Nursing Home
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Trinity Clinic
03.2022 - 08.2023
Production Worker
Clayton Homes Manufacturing
07.2021 - 03.2022
Patient Care Technician
Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs
01.2020 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
NORTHEAST TEXAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Paris Junior College
High School Diploma -
Sulphur Springs High School
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