Enthusiastic Nurse Extern with expertise in observing patient conditions, drawing blood specimens for testing and ambulation assistance. Compassionate and collaborative individual certified Patient care tech and nurse extern. Offering over 3 years of experience working in high patient volume environment under supervision of registered nurse.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
12.2021 - 08.2022
.Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
Assisted patients with mobility needs by helping them move around the hospital or perform range-of-motion exercises as needed.
Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patients'' needs.
Demonstrated commitment to teamwork by consistently stepping up when additional help was required or requested within the unit or department.
Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
07.2021 - 06.2022
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
PCT/CNA
Margate Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2020 - 02.2021
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
PCA
Florida Medical Center Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2020
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
South Florida College of Nursing
Doral, FL
08.2024
Career Institute - HHA/CNA/PCT/Phlebotomy/EKG
Hollywood Career Institute
Hollywood, FL
04.2020
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Keiser Univerversity
Pembroke Pines, FL
02.2012
Skills
Feeding Assistance
Electronic Charting
Mobility Assistance
Direct Patient Care
Catheter Care
Patient Assessment
Injection Administration
Infection Control
Patient Needs Assessment
First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
Medication and IV administration
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Documentation
Collecting vitals
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
12.2021 - 08.2022
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
07.2021 - 06.2022
PCT/CNA
Margate Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2020 - 02.2021
PCA
Florida Medical Center Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
South Florida College of Nursing
Career Institute - HHA/CNA/PCT/Phlebotomy/EKG
Hollywood Career Institute
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Keiser Univerversity
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