Melannie Ortiz
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate UCLA Nursing graduate with a Master of Science in Nursing and 7 months of Med-Surg RN experience, including over 300 hours in Cardiothoracic ICU. Background includes emergency services as an EMT and ER Tech, with a strong foundation in critical care, rapid assessment, and clinical prioritization. Recognized for clinical excellence and leadership. Eager to transition into an ICU RN role where strong critical thinking and teamwork are essential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
10.2024 - Current
- Provide direct care for diverse adult patients with acute medical and surgical conditions.
- Initiate and monitor telemetry, manage IV drips, wound care, and respond to rapid changes in condition.
- Recognized for calm and effective performance during rapid responses and critical situations.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
- Document patient assessments and interventions in Epic EHR
Emergency Room Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted with triage, EKGs, vital signs, and patient monitoring in a high-volume ER.
- Supported emergency procedures and critical interventions.
Emergency Service Technician
Kaiser Permanente
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Provided airway support set up, sterile procedure prep.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
Laboratory Assistant II
Kaiser Permanente
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed phlebotomy and specimen processing. Interfaced with patients and lab teams.
Transportation Aide
Kaiser Permanente
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Safely transported patients and specimens across hospital departments.
Emergency Department Technician
Long Beach Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Supported emergency patient transport and maintained strict infection control protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic at a high-acuity facility designated as a STEMI Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level I Trauma Center.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Emergency Medical Technician
American Professional / MedReach Ambulance
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of California, Los Angeles
06.2024
Bachelor of Health Science - Healthcare Management
California State University, Dominguez Hills
05.2020
Associate of Science - Fire and Emergency Technology
El Camino College
06.2018
Certification
- Registered Nurse, CA , 11/25
- Public Health Nurse, CA, 11/25
- Basic Life Support , 03/27
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support , 05/26
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support , 05/26
- Emergency Medical Technician , 12/25
- Hospital Fire & Life Safety, 08/27
Skills And Awards
- Epic EHR
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Rapid assessment, clinical decision-making, and ventilator/IV management
- Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical Excellence Award (UCLA)
- Audrienne Moseley Nursing Scholarship
- HRSA Nursing Scholarship Recipient
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
10.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 10.2024
Emergency Service Technician
Kaiser Permanente
08.2021 - 08.2023
Laboratory Assistant II
Kaiser Permanente
01.2021 - 08.2021
Transportation Aide
Kaiser Permanente
08.2020 - 01.2021
Emergency Department Technician
Long Beach Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
American Professional / MedReach Ambulance
12.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Health Science - Healthcare Management
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Associate of Science - Fire and Emergency Technology
El Camino College
Master of Science - Nursing
University of California, Los Angeles
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