MARIA CERVANTES
Frederick,MD
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, oncology, and intensive care units. Expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and critical care interventions. Educates patients and families, coordinates multidisciplinary care, and delivers culturally sensitive support. Bilingual in English and Spanish, focused on patient advocacy and high-quality, evidence-based nursing care.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE ONCOLOGY MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
Adventist Health Hospital
Rockville, MD
07.2025 - 10.2026
- Monitored vital signs and administered blood and plasma transfusions to ensure patient safety and improve treatment outcomes.
- Administers medications and treatments following physician orders and hospital policies.
- Implements pain management protocols to effectively address patient discomfort.
- Assesses patients to develop individualized care plans tailored to their needs.
- Educates patients and families on treatment plans to promote positive health outcomes.
- Provides empathetic care while monitoring delicate health conditions in a 24-bed unit.
- Counseled patients to provide emotional support, foster resilience during their care journey.
- Coordinates nursing care through staff assignments and interdisciplinary communication.
- Admits and discharges patients efficiently while collaborating with social workers and care facilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance patient care and provided Spanish translation support to improve communication with Spanish-speaking patients.
NURSE MONITOR RN
ADVANCED NURSING & HOME CARE
Montgomery County, MD
07.2026 - 08.2026
- Performed comprehensive assessments of vital signs, medications, and skin integrity to inform treatment decisions.
- Monitored clients for condition changes and identified safety concerns, facilitating timely interventions to enhance patient safety.
- Conducted in-home nursing visits to assess health status and functional needs of clients, ensuring tailored care plans.
- Delivered personalized health education sessions to clients regarding medication management and disease prevention strategies.
- Maintains accurate nursing documentation meeting program and regulatory standards.
REGISTERED NURSE ICU/IMC
Holy Cross Health Hospital
Germantown, MD
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Assessed patient condition changes using critical thinking and intervened to ensure optimal care.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital policies.
- Coordinated multiple tasks to deliver timely, high-quality patient care.
- Submitted patient care orders to ensure timely treatment delivery as directed by providers ensuring accurate patient care delivery.
- Communicated symptoms and vital signs to doctors, patients, and families for informed decision-making.
- Prioritized workload based on changing clinical situations to optimize care.
- Provided detailed education to patients regarding their diagnoses and treatment plans on diagnosis, medications, nutrition, and pain management.
- Obtained specimens for monitoring and diagnostic testing.
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL TELEMETRY UNIT
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Managed patient care from admission through discharge, ensuring continuity and quality of care across all phases.
- Monitored patient conditions, interpreting EKG and telemetry readings to promptly identify and address stability changes.
- Maintained quality care for patients with heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
- Executed medication administration, catheter insertion, and airway management procedures to enhance patient safety and treatment effectiveness.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and pain management strategies.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences and verifying treatment goals.
- Supervised the nursing team and delegated assignments to ensure efficient unit operations.
- Participated in simulation activities and evidence-based projects to enhance nursing skills.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD12-2025
ASSOCIATES - NURSING
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD05-2023
Skills
- Oncology care
- Patient assessment
- Critical care response
- Telemetry and Cardiac Monitoring
- IV therapy
- Administering immunizations
- Palliative care
- Patient education
- Family education
- Patient care coordination
- ACLS certification
- Critical thinking
- Bilingual patient communication
Certification
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 09/2028
- BLS - Basic Life Support, 07/2028
- Beginner Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Fillers Injection with Aura Institute of Aesthetics, 03/15/25
Awards/Recognitions
Received Daisy Award Nomination for exceptional patient care (Johns Hopkins Hospital, 2024), Recognized by unit manager for exemplary collaboration and leadership during high-acuity shifts.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
NURSE MONITOR RN
ADVANCED NURSING & HOME CARE
07.2026 - 08.2026
REGISTERED NURSE ONCOLOGY MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
Adventist Health Hospital
07.2025 - 10.2026
REGISTERED NURSE ICU/IMC
Holy Cross Health Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL TELEMETRY UNIT
Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.2023 - 09.2024
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
University of Maryland School of Nursing
ASSOCIATES - NURSING
Frederick Community College