Marisela Albarez
Big Spring,TX
Summary
Compassionate in managing heavy daily patient volume. Proficient in documentation and record maintenance. Dedicated to patient confidentiality. Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified, clinical training in acute care, medical-surgical, skilled nursing, psychiatric, geriatric and rehabilitation units. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, injections, feedings and colostomy care. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician Intern
Fresenius Kidney Care West Texas
Big Spring, TX
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed patient assessments prior to dialysis treatments, including vital signs and weight checks.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' medical history and treatment plans in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Instructed patients on proper diet, medications, and other lifestyle modifications related to their renal failure.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illness or end-stage renal disease.
- Evaluated access sites for infection or other complications prior to initiating treatment.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while performing duties in the dialysis unit.
- Provided education about kidney disease management techniques to both patients and family members.
- Participated in performance improvement activities as required by facility policy.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
Nursing Student Intern
ORMC
Odessa, TX
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted nurses with patient care, including taking vital signs and providing personal care.
- Provided support to nursing staff in the implementation of patient treatment plans.
- Communicated with patients regarding their needs, concerns, and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and visitors.
- Supported the delivery of medications, treatments, and other medical interventions according to established protocols.
- Observed patients' physical condition and reported changes to the nursing staff.
- Assisted with wound dressing changes and other skin care procedures as directed by licensed nursing personnel.
- Recorded data related to patient activities such as vital signs, intake and output levels, weight measurements. on appropriate forms or charts per hospital policies.
- Transported patients from one department to another using wheelchairs or strhers in a safe manner.
- Helped maintain accurate inventory records of supplies used in patient care areas such as linens, medications, dressings.
- Responded promptly to call lights or requests from patients while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to patients during difficult times.
- Completed daily rounds throughout assigned units to ensure that all patients are comfortable.
- Participated in educational programs designed to enhance knowledge of healthcare practices.
- Facilitated communication between nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing job duties.
- Monitored vital signs regularly for any indications of changes in health status or potential complications.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Nursing Student Intern
Steward Medical Group
Big Spring, TX
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted nurses with patient care, including taking vital signs and providing personal care.
- Provided support to nursing staff in the implementation of patient treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and visitors.
- Communicated with patients regarding their needs, concerns, and preferences.
- Supported the delivery of medications, treatments, and other medical interventions according to established protocols.
- Assisted with wound dressing changes and other skin care procedures as directed by licensed nursing personnel.
- Observed patients' physical condition and reported changes to the nursing staff.
- Recorded data related to patient activities such as vital signs, intake and output levels, weight measurements. on appropriate forms or charts per hospital policies.
- Transported patients from one department to another using wheelchairs or strhers in a safe manner.
- Helped maintain accurate inventory records of supplies used in patient care areas such as linens, medications, dressings.
- Attended regular meetings with nursing staff to discuss patient progress and new developments in the field of healthcare services.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Recognized abnormal signs and symptoms in patients' conditions and notified healthcare team members immediately.
- Answered call lights promptly and assisted patients with personal hygiene needs including toileting activities.
- Transported patients between units or other areas within the facility as needed.
- Cared for postoperative patients by monitoring vital signs, administering prescribed medications, changing dressings.
- Provided basic bedside care such as bathing, grooming and feeding assistance for elderly or disabled patients.
- Assisted with discharge planning by providing education about medications, diet, follow-up appointments.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to doctor visits to ensure accuracy of information.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to nursing staff, and documented in medical records.
- Assisted in providing patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
Nursing Student Intern
Martin County Hospital
Stanton, TX
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted nurses with patient care, including taking vital signs and providing personal care.
- Provided support to nursing staff in the implementation of patient treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and visitors.
- Communicated with patients regarding their needs, concerns, and preferences.
- Assisted with wound dressing changes and other skin care procedures as directed by licensed nursing personnel.
- Observed patients' physical condition and reported changes to the nursing staff.
Nursing Student Intern
Mitchel County
Colorado City, Texas
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted nurses with patient care, including taking vital signs and providing personal care.
- Provided support to nursing staff in the implementation of patient treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and visitors.
- Communicated with patients regarding their needs, concerns, and preferences.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted in providing patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to nursing staff, and documented in medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Assisted with the development of individualized care plans for each patient based on their needs.
- Conducted assessments of patient's physical condition and provided appropriate interventions when needed.
- Prepared medications for administration under the supervision of a licensed nurse or physician.
- Assisted with discharge planning by providing education about medications, diet, follow-up appointments.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to doctor visits to ensure accuracy of information.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Provided basic bedside care such as bathing, grooming and feeding assistance for elderly or disabled patients.
- Responded promptly and professionally to emergency situations using standard safety practices.
- Answered call lights promptly and assisted patients with personal hygiene needs including toileting activities.
Nursing Student Intern
Rolling Oaks Cytopathology
Sweetwater, TX
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
- Assisted in providing patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to nursing staff, and documented in medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Observed procedures performed by physicians and nurses to gain knowledge of medical treatments.
Nursing Student Intern
Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital
Sweetwater, Texas
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Assisted in providing patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to nursing staff, and documented in medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to doctor visits to ensure accuracy of information.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Prepared medications for administration under the supervision of a licensed nurse or physician.
- Recognized abnormal signs and symptoms in patients' conditions and notified healthcare team members immediately.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members regarding patient conditions and treatment plans.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
Nursing Student Intern
Parkview Nursing Home
Big Spring , Texas
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in providing patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to nursing staff, and documented in medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing according to established protocols.
- Conducted assessments of patient's physical condition and provided appropriate interventions when needed.
- Prepared medications for administration under the supervision of a licensed nurse or physician.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Nursing Student Intern
Skilled Center
Big Spring , Texas
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to nursing staff, and documented in medical records.
- Assisted in providing patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Assisted with the development of individualized care plans for each patient based on their needs.
- Participated in educational activities to increase awareness of health-related issues.
- Conducted assessments of patient's physical condition and provided appropriate interventions when needed.
- Prepared medications for administration under the supervision of a licensed nurse or physician.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to doctor visits to ensure accuracy of information.
- Assisted with discharge planning by providing education about medications, diet, follow-up appointments.
Nursing Student Intern
Midland Memorial Hospital
Big Spring, Texas
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in providing patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to nursing staff, and documented in medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Assisted with the development of individualized care plans for each patient based on their needs.
- Conducted assessments of patient's physical condition and provided appropriate interventions when needed.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing according to established protocols.
- Assisted with discharge planning by providing education about medications, diet, follow-up appointments.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to doctor visits to ensure accuracy of information.
- Cared for postoperative patients by monitoring vital signs, administering prescribed medications, changing dressings.
- Provided basic bedside care such as bathing, grooming and feeding assistance for elderly or disabled patients.
- Responded promptly and professionally to emergency situations using standard safety practices.
- Answered call lights promptly and assisted patients with personal hygiene needs including toileting activities.
Speds Teachers Aide
Coahoma ISD
Coahoma, TX
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Assisted teachers with classroom activities and instruction.
- Provided individualized tutoring to struggling students.
- Organized materials for the teacher's use in the classroom.
- Attended staff meetings and professional development sessions.
- Conducted small group activities to reinforce learning objectives.
- Administered standardized tests and assessments as directed by school personnel.
- Collaborated with other aides, teachers, and administrators to develop strategies for student success.
- Created positive relationships with students through active listening and positive reinforcement of behavior expectations.
- Ensured all students had access to appropriate educational resources needed for success in the classroom environment.
- Supported special education students in the general education setting by providing accommodations or modifications.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, behaviors, and attendance.
- Monitored student safety while on school grounds or during field trips.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic performance and social and emotional needs.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment by enforcing rules and regulations set forth by the school district.
- Assisted in implementing Individual Education Plans.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Assisted teachers with grading assignments, preparing lesson plans, and organizing classrooms.
- Encouraged student self-advocacy skills within the classroom setting.
- Engaged students in meaningful conversations about their interests or daily experiences.
- Implemented behavior management techniques such as redirection or timeouts when necessary.
- Supervised recess periods ensuring all students were engaged in safe activities.
- Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Performed hands-on service tasks in assigned areas to successfully fulfill goals and objectives.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Howard College
Big Spring, TX05-2024
High School Diploma -
Sands ISD
Ackerly, TX05-2013
Skills
- Treatment Documentation
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- HIPAA
- Alarm response
- Safety Monitoring
- Hemodialysis treatment
- Maintaining dialysis equipment
- Patient records administration
- Emergency Response
- Patient Education
- Patient Observation
- Infection control standards
- Patient relationship management
- Records Management
- Specimen handling
- Family Education
- Aseptic Techniques
- Patient Relations
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital statistics
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Team Collaboration
- Rule Enforcement
- Patient Health Education
- Condition Assessment
- Patient Care
- Infant Care
- Maternity
- IV Management
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- STOP THE BLEED COURSE
- AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION BLS PROVIDER
- CNA
- CPR CERTIFIED
Certification
- STOP THE BLEED COURSE
- AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION BLS PROVIDER
- CNA
- CPR CERTIFIED
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
REFERENCES
- EDDIE LEVENS (PROFESSOR) (432) 935-0890
- KRYSHA NUMBERS (PROFESSOR) (432) 213-1107
Timeline
Dialysis Technician Intern
Fresenius Kidney Care West Texas
05.2024 - 05.2024
Nursing Student Intern
ORMC
05.2024 - 05.2024
Nursing Student Intern
Steward Medical Group
04.2024 - 04.2024
Nursing Student Intern
Martin County Hospital
04.2024 - 04.2024
Nursing Student Intern
Mitchel County
04.2024 - 04.2024
Nursing Student Intern
Rolling Oaks Cytopathology
03.2024 - 03.2024
Nursing Student Intern
Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital
02.2024 - 02.2024
Nursing Student Intern
Parkview Nursing Home
11.2023 - 11.2023
Nursing Student Intern
Skilled Center
11.2023 - 11.2023
Nursing Student Intern
Midland Memorial Hospital
11.2023 - 11.2023
Speds Teachers Aide
Coahoma ISD
01.2020 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Howard College
High School Diploma -
Sands ISD
- STOP THE BLEED COURSE
- AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION BLS PROVIDER
- CNA
- CPR CERTIFIED
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