MARK SILVA
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Adaptable and experienced hands-on nurse in fast paced settings. Adept critical thinking, clear communicator in high pressure environments & collaborative with the interdisciplinary team. Seeking to cross-train and deliver high operational efficiency through communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills in a critical care nursing role at Methodist Hospital
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Tx
03.2023 - Current
- Provides care to cancer patients by taking vitals upon admission, starting IVs / chest ports, pre procedure inquiries, following physician orders (ECG’s, I-STAT, UPT) & research blood sample collection
- Assist in Endoscopic procedures ensuring patient safety and comfort
- Ensures intraoperative room turnover is carried out in a timely and efficient manner. Biopsies are properly collected, labeled & sent out to the correct lab for analysis.
- Educates patients on gastrointestinal conditions and delivers post post-procedure care
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Maxim Healthcare Agency
Omaha, Nebraska
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Provides competent patient-centered care at a trauma level one facility to patients with spinal cord injury, cervical and facial fractures, brain injury, gunshot, and bodily stab wounds
- Closely monitors the airway, maintains hemodynamic instability, administers medications, fluids, & blood products intravenously as per physician orders. Treats symptoms postoperatively (pain/ nausea)
- Conducts thorough assessments in post-surgery patients identifying complications early and notifying surgeon in a timely manner
- Demonstrates competence in assessing and providing care to patients cultural and spiritual needs
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Maxim Healthcare Agency
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Monitors patients coming out of sedation in a cardiovascular unit (Angioplasties, TAVR, Insertion of AICDS & Pacemakers, A-fib treatment, and various cardiovascular procedures)
- Administers stabilizing medications intravenously, removal of femoral sheaths, ACT checks and an assessment of extremity circulation via Doppler in the recovery phase
- Notifies Anesthesiologist of sudden patient deterioration in health and initiates life-saving interventions during an emergency
- Demonstrated strong conflict-resolution skills when addressing patient and family concerns leading to increased patient trust and care quality
Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse
HCA WEST HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER
HOUSTON, TX
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Delivered holistic care to adults & children coming out of surgery/procedures via General, MAC, or Local Anesthesia
- Evaluated and monitored patient vitals postoperatively to ensure stability and prompt intervention ensuring stability and providing immediate intervention for prompt recovery
- Assisted Anesthesiologist with equipment and materials for bedside procedures in the recovery area and documented important patient information in the electronic medical record
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals across departments to optimize patient outcomes and recovery
- Administered medications intravenously, assessed patency of lines and drains, checked postoperative dressings for bleeding and ensured the functioning of patient equipment
- Provided discharge information to patient and families addressing all questions and concerns at bedside
Post-Surgical Registered Nurse
MISSION REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Mission, TX
06.2018 - 11.2020
- Provided inpatient nursing care to adults post-surgery from MD office or Emergency Department, ensuring recovery support and monitoring for complications
- Conducted general and surgery-specific post-operative assessments to evaluate recovery progress and address patient needs
- Performed charge nurse duties by coordinating unit staffing with the house supervisor, notifying the on-call surgery team of weekend surgeries, ensuring the availability of unit supplies, checking all patient charts, orders & rounding with physicians at night
- Monitored vital signs, administered IV treatments (convalescent plasma), drew lab work, tested patients with nasal swabs, administered breathing treatments, and taught symptom management to enhance patient recovery in Covid-19 Unit
Education
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT RIO GRANDE VALLEY
Edinburg, Tx05-2017
Skills
- Proficient in MEDITECH/EPIC/CERNER computer charting systems
- Multitasking and time management
- Interpersonal communication
- High stress adaptability
Certification
BLS: American Heart Association - May 2027, ACLS: American Heart Association - May 2027, PALS: American Heart Association - May 2027
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Endoscopy Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
03.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Maxim Healthcare Agency
07.2022 - 10.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Maxim Healthcare Agency
01.2022 - 04.2022
Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse
HCA WEST HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER
12.2020 - 11.2021
Post-Surgical Registered Nurse
MISSION REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
06.2018 - 11.2020
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT RIO GRANDE VALLEY