MICHELLE LARA
Dallas,USA
Summary
A bilingual healthcare professional with proven ability to manage dialysis treatments effectively and ensure patient well-being. Known for strong team collaboration and achieving consistent results. Valued for adaptability to changing patient needs and effective communication skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
2025 - Current
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and clinical guidelines.
- Monitored patient vital signs and lab results, adjusting treatment plans based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families about dialysis procedures, fostering understanding and compliance with treatment regimens.
School Nurse
Dallas Independent School District
08.2024 - 2025
- Ensure the maintenance of current and accurate student health records, individualized health plans, emergency care plans, state-mandated screenings, immunization records, and medication administration orders.
- Administered first aid and emergency care to students, ensuring health and safety compliance.
- Oversee, train, and assess the performance of unlicensed assistive personnel tasked with addressing the health needs of students.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create health plans for students with chronic conditions.
Operating Room Nurse
UT Southwestern Medical Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Specialized in neurosurgery.
- Engaged in circulating and scrubbing for surgical cases while strictly adhering to aseptic technique.
- Prioritized patient safety and served as a patient advocate throughout the perioperative phase of care.
- Ensured the operating room was fully prepared and necessary equipment was readily available for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons and surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care.
Patient Care Technician
UT Southwestern Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
01.2023
Associate of Science - undefined
Collin College
01.2020
Skills
- Vascular Access management
- Blood transfusion administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Team leadership qualities
- Fluid management
- Lab result interpretation
- Emergency response
- Healthcare policy adherence
- Medication and IV administration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- EPIC software, Chairside software
Certification
- BLS | American Heart Association
- Periop 101 | Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses
- Texas Risk Assessment for Type 2 Diabetes in Children | UTRGV Border Health Office
- Vision and Hearing Screening Certification | Texas Department of State Health Services
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Nurse
Dallas Independent School District
08.2024 - 2025
Operating Room Nurse
UT Southwestern Medical Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
Patient Care Technician
UT Southwestern Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - undefined
Collin College
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University