Maria Ramos
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with A years of experience working with patients. Proven ability to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced environment. Calm and level-headed with the ability to handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Use strong verbal communication skills and humor to develop strong relationships with patients and their families. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced supervisor with the ability to train and motivate staff to meet challenging performance targets and consistently satisfy customers with high-quality service. Focused on keeping the department efficient and cost-effective.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Henderson Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2023.09 - Current
- Interviewed, hired and oriented staff and managed ongoing staff development initiatives
- Monitored patient care service delivery to implement quality improvements
- Managed all phases of operational and capital budgets within established maximums
- Decreased length of stay rates by implementing daily Interdisciplinary rounds process with multiple departments
- Oversaw all phases of operational and capital budgets to meet organizational goals
- Inspected facilities and recommended corrective changes to improve compliance
- Coordinated workflows to elevate team performance and foster long-term success
- Implemented staff accountability initiatives for each operating unit
- Supported HR in talent acquisition with recruitment and hiring recommendations
- Defined and implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility or medical unit
- Expanded programs into new areas to advance research and enhance community healthcare
- Directed and supervised work activities of medical, nursing, and other personnel
- Improved department financial metrics through effective budget control strategies and expense monitoring
- Updated EHR systems to document patient data and treatment plans
- Drafted reports to illustrate operational metrics and forecasted needs
- Achieved highest inpatient unit scores by developing performance-oriented teams
- Collaborated with facility administrator to evaluate emerging industry trends and technology
- Recommended process improvements to improve patient flow and staff circulation
- Restructured job responsibilities to incorporate current demands of changing systems
- Spearheaded evidence-based initiatives focused on patient education and medication use
- Monitored charting processes and increased accuracy with newly implemented EMR system
- Supported regulatory compliance with strict policy enforcement
- Improved staff retention and satisfaction by communicating expectations and delivering timely performance reviews
- Monitored medical services to assess care quality and resource allocation.
Wound Care Nurse
REHABILITATION NURSING HOME( Maximus Company
2023.03 - 2023.11
- Worked with care teams to prevent issues such as cellulitis from arising in resident population
- Initiated and updated care plans regarding skin to keep residents healthy
- Followed up with physician to report on new skin problems and obtain new orders to treat conditions
- Completed skin-related treatments on residents to address pressure wounds and bacterial infections
- Chaired weekly skin management meetings and coordinated with interdisciplinary team to develop interventions for prevention of avoidable skin breakdown
- Evaluated residents weekly to check condition of skin, identify risks and develop appropriate interventions
- Educated residents, families and staff in required protocols to comply with [Type] standards
- Measured skin areas weekly and documented findings in EMR
- Readied rooms, supplies and instruments for upcoming procedures and expected patients
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Explained complex medical terminology in easy-to-understand language for patients and caregivers
- Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions, and offered emotional support
- Consulted with healthcare team to plan and implement patient treatment protocols.
RN Floor Nurse
Maximus Health Services
2023.03 - 2023.09
- Recorded patient medical history and documented previous or observable symptoms
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatment options and possible outcomes
- Participated in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies
- Evaluated, updated and revised plans of care to achieve intended outcomes.
Laboratory Technician - COVID-19 Unit
Waketoxicology
2021.02 - 2023.01
- Used laboratory equipment to test saliva and nasal swab samples for COVID-19
- Sterilized assigned workstation, glassware and equipment to prevent cross-contamination of tests or experiments
- Completed sample setup, including manual pipetting and plate preparation using benchtop equipment
- Adhered to quality control policies, documenting all equipment and procedural calibrations, reagent preparation and testing and instrument maintenance
- Adhered to laboratory procedures to deliver accurate test results
- Processed samples from receipt through to sample processing and storage.
Travel Registered Nurse/COVID-19 Rapid Response Team Member
Alaris Nursing Home
2020.11 - 2021.01
- Leveraged knowledge of infection control procedures to limit patient exposure
- Prepared and assisted provider with dispensing prescribed medications
- Maintained consistent use of proper PPE to safeguard all personnel and patients
- Assessed, triaged and treated acute and chronic conditions
- Modified care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams
- Managed respiratory care and reported and changes in status
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on disease prevention and prescribed treatments.
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist /Plasma Processor
CSL Plasma Center
2020.02 - 2020.10
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain personal and co-worker safety
- Coordinated specimen shipments to central labs with appropriate forms and controls in place
- Followed established checklist to keep tasks on schedule
- Calibrated laboratory equipment and verified precision of results.
Nursing Unit Coordinator
Pace Center / Miami Health System
2013.04 - 2020.01
- Maintained adequate staffing levels, reacting quickly to unforeseen absences and scheduling conflicts
- Combined administrative leadership and clinical expertise to shape internal nursing policies and programs
- Audited admissions and re-admissions for appropriate transcription of medical orders to verify correct application of care plans
- Held meetings with interdepartmental representatives to coordinate multi-disciplinary initiatives.
Education
FNP FNP -
South University
12.2025
Bachelor of Science BSN -
Nuc University
12.2021
Associate of Science RN -
EDP University of Puerto Rico
12.2019
No Degree TECHICAL/LAB /PCT -
Dade Medical College - Miami
03.2006
Skills
- Quality control
- Patient education
- Business operation management
- Budget planning
- Clinical care oversight
- Process improvement
- Train employees
- Manage records
- Recruit well-qualified staff
- Set objectives
- Author reports
- Verbal communication
- Creative thinking
- Coordination
- Research
- Motivation
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Patient Care
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Team Building Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Clinical and Academic Experience
- Teamwork
- Prioritization
- Organization
- Collaboration
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Henderson Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2023.09 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
REHABILITATION NURSING HOME( Maximus Company
2023.03 - 2023.11
RN Floor Nurse
Maximus Health Services
2023.03 - 2023.09
Laboratory Technician - COVID-19 Unit
Waketoxicology
2021.02 - 2023.01
Travel Registered Nurse/COVID-19 Rapid Response Team Member
Alaris Nursing Home
2020.11 - 2021.01
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist /Plasma Processor
CSL Plasma Center
2020.02 - 2020.10
Nursing Unit Coordinator
Pace Center / Miami Health System
2013.04 - 2020.01
FNP FNP -
South University
Bachelor of Science BSN -
Nuc University
Associate of Science RN -
EDP University of Puerto Rico
No Degree TECHICAL/LAB /PCT -
Dade Medical College - Miami
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