Maria Rubio Rios
5509 Narrow Ridge Ct Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated new graduated Registered Nurse. Demonstrate critical thinking, communication skills, and ability to learn and thrive in fast-paced environments. Eager to apply hands-on clinical experience and academic knowledge to provide outstanding and empathic care in a clinical or hospital setting.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Kern Medical Center
01.2011 - Current
- Assisted in specimen collection and processing to ensure accurate testing results.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Supported quality control measures by documenting results and adhering to proper procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance efficiency in testing processes.
- Executed routine laboratory tests while ensuring adherence to strict protocols for accuracy.
- Provided training support for new staff on laboratory practices and safety standards.
- Reduced test turnaround time via strategic multitasking.
- Supported operations across Hematology, Urinalysis, chemistry and Reference Laboratory departments.
Clinical Experience
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Completed 300+ hours of clinical rotation in various departments, including long-term facilities, Med-Surg, Pediatrics, and Emergency.
- Assisted with direct patient care including assessments, vital signs monitoring, and administration of medication under supervision.
- Collaborated with registered nurses and other health care professionals in the development, and implementation of care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, ensuring clear communication of treatment plans and procedures.
- Gained hands-on experience with wound care, patient mobility
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
International College of Health Sciences
Boynton Beach, FL09-2025
Associate of Science - Human Biology
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Universidad De El Salvador
El Salvador06-2005
Skills
- Organizational growth
- Adaptable learner
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Specimen collection
- Quality control procedures
- Microbiology techniques
- Specimen processing
- Chemistry analysis
- Hematology
- Finger sticks, venipunctures
- Active listening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Professionalism
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Experience
09.2024 - 09.2025
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Kern Medical Center
01.2011 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
International College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science - Human Biology
Bakersfield College
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Universidad De El Salvador