Mireida Mireles
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Attentive nursing professional, hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to learn and apply nursing skills in an intermediate care setting. Experienced and effective communicator with all aspects of an interdisciplinary team. Patient focused, reliable employee, and empathetic individual with bilingual status.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Medical Telemetry Step Down
Ochsner Medical Center
Jefferson, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Administered heart/BP medication to cardiac patients, insulin, heparin drips
- Observed patient health, side effects from treatments/medications, noting all details in EPIC
- Provided patients, 34 bed unit, with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Secured controlled narcotics, distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs
Staff II RN for Detention Health Care Svcs- Adult
University Health
San Antonio, TX
07.2019 - Current
- Manage inmate health screening department for detention medical clearance while adapting to rapidly changing environment.
- Collaborate with primary care providers to quickly assess inmates for appropriate treatment, submit/execute orders received.
- Established reputable relationship with law enforcement staff
- Process blood draws for DUI/DWI warrants
- Managed 39 bed Infirmary; administered daily medications, provided wound care, and closely monitored inmates on full suicidal precautions.
Registered Nurse PCU
Christus Santa Rosa Westover Hills
San Antonio, TX
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Monitored cardiac, critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations, Amiodarone drips
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Responded to code blue alerts within facility to initiate protocol, special procedures and cardiac monitoring.
- Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing Meditech- 36 bed unit
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgical Floor
Methodist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
10.2015 - 07.2019
- Charge nurse for 22 bed unit and up to 7 staff members; managed staff needs securing department alignment with census requirements.
- Served as leader for fellow nurses and assistants ensuring critical situations are handled safely and efficiently.
- Provided post-operative care for up to 6 patients; pain management, post-operative education and moral support for family members of hospice patients.
Advanced Oral Hygiene Therapist
United States Air Force
10.2002 - 02.2011
- Worked closely with 2 Periodontists in managing periodontal maintenance program of 75 patients for routine maintenance treatment.
- Performed oral cleanings, applied dental sealants, fluoride treatments, educated patients on oral hygiene instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science Center
San Antonio, TX05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05.2013
Skills
- BLS certified/ ACLS certification
- Clear patient Communication/Bilingual- Spanish
- Wound vac/Central line management
- Foley catheter/IV line placement
Timeline
RN Medical Telemetry Step Down
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse PCU
Christus Santa Rosa Westover Hills
10.2021 - 06.2022
Staff II RN for Detention Health Care Svcs- Adult
University Health
07.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgical Floor
Methodist Medical Center
10.2015 - 07.2019
Advanced Oral Hygiene Therapist
United States Air Force
10.2002 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science Center
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
San Antonio College