Mayra Valero
Deer Park,TX
Summary
Texas State Board Certified Registered Nurse with over 4 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in CVIMU/Tele care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and supporting wide-spread healthcare system improvements. Focused on continuously advancing expertise in Cardiac Unit while driving innovation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Houston Methodist Baytown
Baytown, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Houston Methodist Baytown
Baytown, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices on the surgical floor.
- Reduced medication errors by streamlining medication administration processes and providing staff training.
- Improved patient outcomes through efficient management of patient care plans and interdisciplinary team collaboration.
- Increased staff retention with implementation of professional development opportunities and supportive work environment initiatives.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively assigning staff to appropriate patient ratios according to acuity levels.
- Promoted a culture of safety, implementing protocols to reduce the incidence of hospital-acquired infections on the surgical floor.
- Contributed to facility accreditation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in nursing care provision.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare team members, utilizing electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and information sharing.
- Mentored new nurses, facilitating smooth transition into their roles while fostering teamwork and professional growth.
Registered Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
07.2017 - Current
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in clinics.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
12.2016
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient care planning
- IV drug therapy management
- SBAR communication
- Patient discharging
- Ventilator care
- Medication and IV administration
- Nursing Plan Development and Modification
- Patient Care
- Taking vitals
- Documenting vitals
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department - Houston Methodist Baytown
08.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor - Houston Methodist Baytown
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse - HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
07.2017 - Current
San Jacinto College District - Associate of Science, Nursing