Michael Rivera, RN

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Promoted a safe patient environment by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
• Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS, and other condition stabilizing interventions.

Unit Charge Nurse

• Coordinated nursing care on the unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
• Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education, and process improvement recommendations.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
• Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing the efficiency of patient care coordination.

Unit DEU Preceptor

• Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures, and nursing best practices.
• Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, offering guidance in proper techniques and fostering critical thinking skills.

Unit SLE Representative

• Collaborated with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of nursing informatics solutions within the existing infrastructure.
• Served as a subject matter expert in nursing informatics, providing consultation and guidance to colleagues as needed.

• Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
• Ensured strict adherence to protocols for medication administration and documentation, reducing errors and enhancing overall quality of patient care.
• Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.

• Provided exceptional care to victims of motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds, stabbings, falls, burns, and other traumatic injuries.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, initiating appropriate interventions, and continuously monitoring patients' conditions.
• Reduced medical complications by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
• Treated patients requiring stabilization and resuscitation for variety of illnesses and injuries.

• Responsible for formulating custom nutritional supplements for clients based on their Epigenetic Testing Results.
• .Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for clients, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
• Performed quantitative analyses of active ingredients in plant extracts, supporting product formulation efforts.
• Streamlined project management processes for improved team collaboration and productivity.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

• Assisted clients in identifying new market opportunities within the health and wellness industry.
• Fostered strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and collaboration.
• Handled confidential customer business and operational information.
• Researched latest market trends to provide current knowledge to clients.
• Played an integral role in the launch of new cutting edge wellness technologies globally.

• Provided expert nursing care to research participants, adhering to protocol requirements while prioritizing patient wellbeing.
• Monitored patients' vital signs during study visits, ensuring prompt intervention as needed based on established criteria.
• Supported Principal Investigators by coordinating day-to-day activities of clinical research projects, ensuring smooth operations.
• Assisted in obtaining informed consent from patients, ensuring ethical and legal compliance throughout the study.
• Coordinated with laboratory personnel for efficient processing of biological samples collected during research studies.
• Reviewed study protocols regularly for compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and good clinical practice guidelines.
• Improved patient recruitment strategies, resulting in increased participation in clinical trials.
• Ensured accurate and timely completion of study documentation, maintaining consistency across all sites and minimizing data discrepancies.
• Maintained detailed records of adverse events, facilitating timely reporting to regulatory agencies and sponsors.
• Served as a liaison between the research team and participating sites, fostering effective communication and collaboration among all parties involved in the study.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
• Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.

Unit Charge Nurse/Preceptor

• Mentored new nurses through orientation processes, sharing expertise in PCU nursing practice and fostering professional growth.
• Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.

PCU

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.

Interventional Radiology

• Performed effective and efficient patient assessments, anticipating and preparing for potential issues.
• Maintained compliance with radiation safety protocols by properly shielding patients, staff members, and self from unnecessary exposure risks.
• Minimized complications by promptly identifying and addressing any issues that arose during diagnostic or therapeutic treatments.
• Streamlined the pre-and post-procedure processes, ensuring proper patient preparation and thorough follow-up care.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Pre-Op Department

• Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough pre-operative assessments and identifying potential risks.
• Evaluated patient medical history and diagnostic test results to identify potential contraindications for surgery.
• Initiated prompt interventions for any identified complications or concerns during the pre-op period, effectively preventing delays in surgical procedures.
• Administered medications and IV fluids to monitor reactions, side effects and adverse effects.