Marisa Aragon
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Registered Nurse with 1+ year of experience in a high-acuity cardiac step-down unit, managing 4–5 patients per shift. Skilled in cardiac monitoring, post-operative care, and rapid clinical assessment. Experienced in recognizing and responding to acute changes in patient condition, with relief charge nurse experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Presbyterian
Albuquerque, NM
02.2025 - Current
- Managed care for 4–5 high-acuity cardiac patients per shift, including post-operative and medically complex cases
- Monitored telemetry and identified cardiac arrhythmias, escalating care appropriately
- Provided care for vascular and cardiovascular post-operative patients, including frequent assessments and complication prevention
- Administered IV medications, cardiac drips, and titrated therapies per protocol
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust patient care plans
- Delivered patient and family education on cardiac conditions, medications, and recovery
- Served as relief charge nurse, assisting with patient assignments, workflow coordination, and staff support
- Responded to rapid changes in patient condition, initiating timely interventions and emergency protocols
Home Health/Medication Aide
Casita Senior Living
Albuquerque, NM
05.2021 - 01.2024
- ADL’s
- Medication administration
- Physical therapy
- Cooking/cleaning
- Post mortem care
- Assisted in training new medication aides on protocols and best practices.
- Provided compassionate support to residents, enhancing their comfort and well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Brookline College
Albuquerque, NM12-2024
Skills
- Cardiac monitoring & telemetry interpretation
- Arrhythmia recognition
- Post-operative care (vascular & cardiovascular)
- IV therapy & medication administration
- Emergency response & rapid assessment
- Patient education & discharge planning
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Strong foundation in acute cardiac care and rapid patient assessment
- Experience recognizing early signs of deterioration and escalating care
- Ability to manage multiple high-acuity patients in a fast-paced environment
- Leadership exposure through relief charge responsibilities
- Advocating for patients and coworkers
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), NM
- BLS – American Heart Association
- ACLS – American Heart Association
- Cardiac Arrhythmia Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Presbyterian
02.2025 - Current
Home Health/Medication Aide
Casita Senior Living
05.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Brookline College