Maria De Los Angeles Sotolongo Arbona
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated X-Ray Nurse with a proven track record at Clinica Central Cira Garcia, showcasing exceptional patient care and clinical judgment skills. Elevated patient satisfaction by implementing infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly. Mentored nursing staff, enhancing unit efficiency. Expert in medication and IV administration, embodying healthcare ethics to improve patient outcomes.
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
X-Ray Nurse
Clinica Central Cira Garcia
09.1983 - 07.2024
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment options and preventive measures.
- Performed routine assessments and evaluations to identify patient health issues, guiding appropriate interventions and care strategies.
- Used proper wound care techniques by providing appropriate dressings and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Administered medications and treatments through infusion pumps, ensuring accuracy in dosage and adherence to safety protocols.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medicine
Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Enrique Cabrera
La Habana, Cuba07-1983
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Surgical care
- Emergency care
- Pediatric care
- Maternal-newborn care
- Blood transfusion administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- IV therapy management
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- NG tube insertion
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- IV setup
Certification
Registered Phlebotomist Technician - RPT
CPR
Nurse Degree (in Cuba)
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
X-Ray Nurse
Clinica Central Cira Garcia
09.1983 - 07.2024
Registered Phlebotomist Technician - RPT
CPR
Nurse Degree (in Cuba)
Bachelor of Science - Medicine
Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Enrique Cabrera
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