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Michelle Aguas

Summary

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

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Manager

South County Outpatient Surgery Center
08.2021 - Current
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.

Registered Nurse

Central Palm Beach Lakes Surgery Center
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Delray Medical Center
12.2019 - 08.2021
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
08.2019

Surgical Technology Certification - Surgical Technology

Medvance
West Palm Beach, FL
12.2015

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
12.2005

Skills

  • Staff Supervision and Leadership
  • Patient education and advocacy
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient Care
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Staff assignments
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Medical Supply Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Quality Improvement
  • Department management

Certification

  • Certified in ACLS/BLS

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
Portuguese
Professional Working

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Central Palm Beach Lakes Surgery Center
12.2021 - 05.2022

Nurse Manager

South County Outpatient Surgery Center
08.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Delray Medical Center
12.2019 - 08.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Palm Beach State College

Surgical Technology Certification - Surgical Technology

Medvance

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology

Palm Beach State College

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