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MARIA RODRIGUEZ

Yelm,WA

Summary

Accommodating nursing student takes good care of patients to facilitate recovery and discharge. Monitors patient condition and interprets symptoms to provide treatment. Caring individual consistently follows safety and health protocols and collaborates well with other members of medical team. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean, and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Student

09.2024 - 06.2026
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
  • Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
  • Participated in clinical rotations across various departments for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' needs, enabling timely identification of potential concerns requiring intervention from nursing staff or physicians.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
  • Effectively communicated with diverse populations of patients using active listening skills and empathy to build rapport during interactions.
  • Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Cottesmore of Life Care
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating
  • Observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and reported to nursing staff
  • Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient area by changing bed linens and cleaning up spills
  • Answered call lights promptly to assess needs of patients
  • Encouraged patient participation in therapeutic activities such as walking exercises or physical therapy sessions
  • Monitored food intake of assigned patients during meal times and recorded it on appropriate forms
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities
  • Supported resident interests and welfare by encouraging participation in events geared toward appropriate physical activity and social interactions
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA
06-2026

Licensed Vocational Nurse -

Summit Career College
Colton, California
06.2015

Skills

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Time management skills
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Detail-oriented
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient monitoring
  • Health and safety protocols
  • Medical Terminology

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • LVN
  • CNA

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Nursing Student

09.2024 - 06.2026

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Cottesmore of Life Care
09.2023 - 10.2023

Licensed Vocational Nurse -

Summit Career College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Tacoma Community College
MARIA RODRIGUEZ