Melania Veliz-Galdos
Fontana,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse II, Urgent Care.
El Monte Comprehensive Health Center
01.2017 - Current
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Registered Nurse I, Medical-Surgical Unit
Los Angeles General Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Applied effective time management techniques
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Registered Nurse I
El Monte Comprehensive Health Center
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse I
Los Angeles General Medical Center
11.2004 - 01.2007
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And Science
Los Angeles, CA05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Pasadena, CA05.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA05.2004
Skills
- Spanish Fluency
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Vaccine administration
- Vitals monitoring
- Appointment Scheduling
- Wound Care
- High level of autonomy
- Removing sutures
- Compassionate and Caring
- Medication Distribution
- Training staff
Timeline
Registered Nurse II, Urgent Care.
El Monte Comprehensive Health Center
01.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse I, Medical-Surgical Unit
Los Angeles General Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse I
El Monte Comprehensive Health Center
01.2007 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse I
Los Angeles General Medical Center
11.2004 - 01.2007
Master of Science - Nursing
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And Science
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
East Los Angeles College
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