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Miguel Mendoza Alcaraz

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with 4 years of experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

Rady Children's Hospital
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients in a level 1 trauma using the most up-to-date practices in accordance with hospital policy and provider
  • Managed patients on inotropic drips, sedation, intubation, line placements, external ventricular drains (EVDs), drains, oxygen, and tracheostomies

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
11.2022 - 10.2023
  • Administered medication, managed IV lines, and operated life-support equipment for optimal patient safety and comfort.
  • Promoted infection control practices in the ICU by adhering to strict hand hygiene guidelines and proper PPE usage.

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

Seattle Children's Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and incorporating individualized treatment plans.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging moments, fostering trust and open communication.

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

California Pacific Medical Center, Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and evaluations using electronic medical records systems.
  • Promoted infection control practices in the ICU by adhering to strict hand hygiene guidelines and proper PPE usage.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Community Behavioral Health Center
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Actively participated in the code gray team, responding to combative patients and utilizing trained techniques to de-escalate psychiatric crises.
  • Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.

Nemia Home
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Served as the only nurse on site, managing up to 6 patients and delegating tasks to LVNs and CNAs
  • Coordinated all aspects of patient care, including scheduling appointments, managing insurance, administering medications, and teaching staff.

Pediatric ICU Nurse

Valley Children's Healthcare
02.2020 - 09.2021
  • Served as a resource nurse for the unit, responding promptly to code blues and providing critical care during emergencies
  • Educated and supported families, explaining medical information and addressing concerns to ensure understanding and compliance.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timing according to physician orders.

Education

BSN -

Grand Canyon University

ADN -

Fresno City College
12.2019

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Family Communication
  • Clinical judgment
  • Quality Improvement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Excellent Communication

Certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support, AHA

Basic Life Support, AHA

Advanced Cardiac Life Support, AHA

License

CA RN License- 95214864

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Timeline

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

Rady Children's Hospital
11.2023 - Current

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
11.2022 - 10.2023

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

Seattle Children's Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022

Peds ICU Travel Nurse

California Pacific Medical Center, Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2022

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Community Behavioral Health Center
05.2021 - 02.2022

Nemia Home
03.2020 - 03.2021

Pediatric ICU Nurse

Valley Children's Healthcare
02.2020 - 09.2021

BSN -

Grand Canyon University

ADN -

Fresno City College

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