Miriam Squires
Lancaster
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient assessments, and wound care. Committed to implementing individualized care plans and enhancing patient understanding of treatment options.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Avir at Lancaster Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Lancaster, TX
06.2025 - 04.2026
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, enhancing understanding of health conditions.
- Assisted in wound care management, promoting healing and patient comfort.
Travel Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vitals, documenting changes for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and resources.
Staff Nurse
University Health System
San Antonio, TX
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Comunity College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA05-1995
Medical Assistance - Medical Assistant
Western School of Science & Business Career
Pittsburgh, PA11-1987
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
BLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Aces Award, Daisy Awards (3)
ACES: Award for Commitment and Excellent Service, Obtained at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Daisy Awards obtained while working at University Health System.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Avir at Lancaster Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - 04.2026
Travel Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
03.2020 - 05.2023
Staff Nurse
University Health System
12.2016 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Comunity College of Allegheny County
Medical Assistance - Medical Assistant
Western School of Science & Business Career