Melissa Alvarez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated individual skilled in patient care, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. Strong focus on patient advocacy and education to achieve optimal patient outcomes as my goal is to become a high capable Registered Nurse.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse: Medical-Surgical (Orthopedic & Oncology) Unit 4Farr
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
- Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, performing assessments, nursing treatments, IV therapy, wound care, and completing nursing documentation
- Coordinated nursing care as Relief Charge Nurse on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Member of Harm Reduction Team where we assist the Wound Care Nurse Practitioner in identifying high risk patients to prevent skin breakdown and aid in bedside procedures
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Accelerated Bachelors of Science Nursing -
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA12.2021
Bachelors of Science Public Health -
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2019
Skills
- Collaboration
- Compassion
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Fluent in Spanish
- Patient and family advocacy
Clinical Rotations
Nursing Student: Advanced Med-Surg - Cedars Sinai Medical Center
06/2021-08/2021
- Triaged patient in the Emergency Department while expediting treatment for patients that required immediate care
- Interacted and communicated with patient of all ages and ethnic backgrounds ensuring quality nursing care and treatment
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
Nursing Student: Intermediate Med-Surg - Valley Presbyterian Hospital
01/2021-05/2021
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures
- Participated in patient care across various departments for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, answering call lights, and documenting patient information
Certification
- Registered Nurse - California State Board of Nursing #95276709
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
- Oncology Nursing Certification - Oncology Nursing Society
Awards
Culture of Safety Award
- Identified a medication error in a chemotherapy dosage calculation and advocated for best practices in nursing care delivery
Best Break RN
- Voted Best Break RN by nursing colleagues for demonstrating outstanding collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse: Medical-Surgical (Orthopedic & Oncology) Unit 4Farr
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
- Registered Nurse - California State Board of Nursing #95276709
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
- Oncology Nursing Certification - Oncology Nursing Society
Accelerated Bachelors of Science Nursing -
California State University Northridge
Bachelors of Science Public Health -
California State University Northridge
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